Seeds of Tradition - A Tribal Youth Led Project

Seeds of Tradition (Seeds) is a Tribal youth-led project that empowers young people to preserve cultural heritage, protect sacred lands, promote health equity, and lead commercial tobacco prevention efforts. Our work is done through community engagement, leadership development, and advocacy rooted in tradition.

Seeds shares information and resources with Tribal communities about the harms of commercial tobacco use, while honoring the sacred role of traditional tobacco within Indigenous cultures. The project aims to create a ripple effect by inspiring generations of youth to lead with purpose and strengthen both cultural and environmental stewardship.

Seeds of Tradition is a project of ETR.

The Seeds of Tradition project is guided by the Seeds to Trees Coalition. which centers Tribal youth as the driving force behind culturally grounded commercial tobacco prevention, policy, and advocacy efforts. The coalition uplifts youth voices to educate and strengthen Tribal communities for future generations.

The Seeds to Trees Coalition is looking for Tribal youth who want to protect their communities, traditions, and lands by working together to stop the use of commercial tobacco. If you want to make a difference, and have fun doing it, we’d love for you to join us! Scan the QR Code now and complete the survey to receive more information.

Why join? As a Seeds to Trees Coalition member, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Explore your culture and traditions in meaningful ways.
- Boost your resume with leadership experience and community service hours.
- Use your voice to create real change and help your community.
- Be seen, heard, and celebrated as a youth leader.
- Team up with other youth and adults who care like you do.

Contact Info:

Scan the QR code now to learn more about Seeds of Tradition, or to sign up for the Seeds to Trees Coalition.
Link for QR Code: https://etr.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0CGmjSb9VN5RCzI
Questions? You can reach our team directly here:
Kortni Bennett, Project Director, kortni.bennett@etr.org
Rachel Miller-Reif, Community Engagement Coordinator, rachel.miller-reif@etr.org