Hello my name is Ursula Aldrich I am an enrolled member of the Oglala Sioux tribe of Pine Ridge SD but now reside in Santa Fe NM. I am a Traditional Lakota textile artist for over 40 years. Due to health issues I am not able to continue to do the art that has taken care of me for so many years. This is where my unhoused situation came to be. As a Native American, Homelessness is nothing new to us and I've learned to use these experiences as tools to help where I can. So if I am accepted into the program I will use what I learn to continue to make change where I can. Thank you for offering these opportunities because change starts with you.