kenah

anthropology as advocacy

Partnering with Native American communities to preserve cultural heritage, protect land rights, and promote sovereignty.

who we are

Kenah is a Small, Women-owned and Minority-owned anthropological consulting firm that supports Tribal Nations in federal recognition, cultural and natural resource preservation, and community and organizational development.

what we do

We bring decades of experience in anthropology, policy, and program development to support community-led initiatives.

land rights

we conduct ethnographic and historical research to advocate for tribal land and resource rights

tribal engagement

we help cultual heritage institutions develop targeted engagement strategies to ensure positive community effects

federal acknowledgment

We work with tribes to navigate the recognition process

Capacity Building

We provide guidance in sustainable funding strategies and compliant program management

cultural heritage

We work with tribes and institutions to safeguard cultural resources and support indigenous-led historic preservation

Community Development

we aid tribal communities to pinpoint needs and develop impactful programs

$24.5m

in program funding acquired