About The Program:
Diné Naazbaa Partnership™ (DNP) is a veteran-focused, community-led initiative to proactively connect with all veterans and ensure access to quality resources and opportunities available in collaboration with the community. The Navajo Nation is 27,413 square miles, the largest reservation in the country, and is one of the least supported in terms of infrastructure with many homes not having electricity or running water. According to the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration, the Nation is home to approximately 14,000 Veterans (2021). This rural and vast community makes access to support and opportunities challenging for veterans and their families and many are not aware of resources or the benefits they’ve earned. Veteran organizations focused on direct services can be supported by outreach to veterans that may benefit from their services; and local and surrounding community offerings are often unaware of what the veterans on Navajo Nation are needing, looking for, or how to best get involved.
DNP is standing by to serve veterans, their families, and caregivers on the Navajo Nation. Coordinated assistance with veterans’ benefits and connections to local and national resources are just a call away!
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Since 2017, DNP Has Assisted
1,212
Warriors
240
Family Members
11
Caregivers
Support Provided
220
Benefits
15
Education
44
Employment
27
Healthcare
638
Housing
7
Legal
Meet The Program Lead
Cassandra Morgan
Program Lead
Cassandra proudly embodies her Navajo heritage as a member of the Two-waters-that-follow-together clan, born for the Red House People. Her Maternal grandfather is the Towering House People, and her Paternal grandfather is the Waters Edge People.
Cassandra advocates tirelessly for all veterans, being a Marine Corps Veteran herself, with a special focus on Navajo and women veterans. With experience as an accredited National Service Officer for the Military Order of the Purple Heart of the USA, and leadership roles in local veterans organizations, including Wide Ruins Veterans Organization and Ft. Defiance Agency Veterans Organization, Cassandra's dedication to her fellow Warriors is unwavering. Through her work, Cassandra strives to help Warriors achieve true HOZHO—a balanced and harmonious life in Navajo culture.
Our Impact
Meet the Team
Karen Shirley
Case Coordinator
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