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CONSULTING SERVICES

Rooted in Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being, my consulting work is centered on story, relationship, and transformation. I collaborate with individuals, institutions, and communities—both Native and non-Native—to foster understanding, strengthen connection, and uplift the voices of Indigenous Peoples. Through personalized services in public speaking, higher education strategy, professional development, storytelling, curriculum design, photography, and financial aid literacy, I help others move from intention to meaningful action. Each partnership is an opportunity to create lasting impact with honesty, humor, and heart. I look forward to connecting with you.

Collaborations include:

The College Board | The Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes | Museum of Civilizations in Rome, Italy | The Office of Army Cemeteries | Macmillan Holdings LLC (Gates Foundation) | American Indian College FundIndigenous Education, Inc. (The Cobell Scholarship | University of Arizona | University of Buffalo | University of Northern Kentucky | Arizona State University | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Fort Lewis College | University of New Mexico | National Tribal Trial College | Gila River Indian Community Education Department | Red Star International  | TripSavvy | Totem | American Indian Education Association | Cumberland County Historical Society

Public Speaker

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Whether I’m speaking in a circle, at a podium, or under an open sky, I carry the stories of my People with me. I speak the way I was taught, through story, laughter, and truth. My interactions remind us that humor is medicine, that healing comes in many forms, and that our voices carry power when spoken with love and purpose. Each gathering, whether a commencement, keynote, or community event, is an opportunity to honor our Ancestors and celebrate our advancements. Public speaking services include:

  • College commencement speaker

  • Keynote speaker

  • Motivational speaking

  • Team development facilitation

  • Cultural and Educational Presentations

  • Mistress of Ceremonies

  • Conference and Workshop facilitator

  • Talking Circle facilitation

  • Moderator and Panelist

  • Podcast Guest

Higher Education Strategies

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I partner with schools, colleges, and organizations to integrate Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being into education systems. My approach centers on relationship, story, and accountability, helping institutions create learning environments where students feel seen, supported, and loved. Higher Education Strategy Development includes:

  • Implementing Indigenous-focused Ways of Knowing and Being methodologies into:

    • Educational curriculum

    • Kindergarten-12th grade and college student services 

    • College programming and activities

    • Campus housing initiatives  

    • Mentorship programs

  • Indigenous Research and Ethics

  • Culturally-inclusive programming for first-generation, underrepresented, and minority students

  • Indigenous international study abroad planning and programming strategies

  • Strengthen diversity, equity, and inclusive initiatives

  • Navigating microaggressions and institutional harm

  • Qualitative dissertation coaching

Professional Development Workshops

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I design and lead workshops that blend Indigenous knowledge, storytelling, and practical skill-building. Each session is interactive, reflective, and tailored to the audience, whether educators, students, or community leaders. Together, we co-create spaces to learn, laugh, and grow in ways that honor identity, purpose, and connection. Professional Development workshop topics include:

  • Personal branding for Indigenous Peoples

  • Indigenous Leadership and Professionalism

  • Decolonizing Higher Education

  • Working respectfully with Tribal Nations

  • Team building for educators, students, and student affairs professionals

  • Social media engagement

  • Indigenous education

  • The boarding school era

  • Confidence building

  • Interactive online engagement using meeting platforms like Zoom and Teams

Photography Services

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I primarily capture Indigenous lifestyles. I also have an extensive library of images showcasing Indigenous experiences in education. Visit my Photography page to view my portfolio.

 

Photography services include:

  • Photography licenses for using my images in digital and print mediums

  • Graduation photos

  • Individual and family portraits

  • Community events

  • Small weddings

Storytelling Methods

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Storytelling is at the heart of how we learn, teach, and remember. I guide students, educators, and community members in using story as a powerful tool for connection, healing, and change. Whether through podcasts, short films, or digital media, I focus on helping people find their voice and honor their truth. Storytelling expertise includes:

  • Podcasting strategies

  • Zine-making as reflection: a low-tech, high-impact method for processing story and emotion through art and writing.

  • Archival Storytelling – connecting historic materials, letters, and photographs with present-day community narratives.

  • Creating digital stories (short videos) using accessible technology like cell phones, GoPros, and tablets

  • Workshops on how to craft and formulate compelling stories

  • Ethical Storytelling Practices – teaching protocols for telling stories with care, consent, and cultural respect.

  • Storytelling for Healing and Advocacy – using personal narratives to foster awareness, community change, and reconciliation.

College Financial Literacy for Indigenous Students & Families

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As a graduate student, I earned over $80,000 in scholarship money to cover college expenses. I finished graduate school debt-free! I am passionate to share with Indigenous students and families strategies and information about how to pay for college primarily with scholarships. 

Museum Curation & Indigenous Education

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I provide consulting grounded in expertise on U.S. Indian boarding schools and Indigenous education. With a focus on culturally responsible museum curation and restorative storytelling. I support projects that aim to address historical truths and elevate Native-led narratives with care, accuracy, and community accountability. This work helps create meaningful exhibitions that honor Indigenous perspectives and experiences. My collaborations have included the Cumberland County Historical Society in Carlisle, PA, and the Museum of Civilizations in Rome, Italy.

Cultivating Healing-Centered Spaces

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I partner with institutions and communities to integrate healing practices that honor Indigenous presence, story, and ceremony. Together we design programs and gatherings that nurture reflection, safety, and genuine belonging.

College Financial Literacy for Indigenous Students & Families

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I design culturally grounded educational materials and curriculum that center Indigenous histories, perspectives, and knowledge systems. Working with tribes, schools, universities, and community organizations, I help create learning experiences that are accurate, inclusive, and respectful of Indigenous worldviews.

Contact
Carlisle, PA
email: cheromia@dickinson.edu

 

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