Pascua Yaqui Tribe of Arizona

🚨 Public Safety Notice: Temporary Closure of Tribal Government Operations in Tucson, Arizona.

Out of an abundance of caution, all Tribal Government operations across the reservation are closed today, Friday, June 5, 2026, due to aggressive bee activity reported in the Administration area.

For questions, please call 520-603-0785

Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our community safe.

‼🚨 Be advised and proceed with caution! 🚨‼

The main doors and entryway to Administration will be closed today, Friday, June 5, 2026, due to a bee situation.

🚧 Office Announcement: Temporary Entrance & Parking Relocation 🚧

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe Department of Language and Culture would like to inform the community that from June 4, 2026, through June 26, 2026, the office entrance and parking will be temporarily relocated to the west side (rear) of the Itom Mahtawa'apo Building.

📍 Location:
5100 W. Calle Tetakuism
Tucson, AZ 85757

We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.
If you have any questions or need assistance locating the entrance, please contact our office at (520) 879-5939.

Official Statement from the Pascua Yaqui Tribe Regarding the Cortaro Cemetery

⚖️ Ready to step into the courtroom?
Teens ages 13–18 are invited to join the Guadalupe Community Youth Justice Academy!
🎭 Mock Trial
🎮 Games & Fun
🎁 Gifts
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity—register now and be part of the experience!
📞 Contact: Reyna Tavena (480) 612-7504

Yesterday, the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Council and City of Tucson council members, along with community leaders, met at the Richey Resource Center to discuss new working partnerships to address the needs of Yaqui communities in and around Tucson.

Participants included Vice Mayor Lane Santa Cruz, Ward 5 Councilmember Selina Barajas, Audra of the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, Local First Arizona, and other community partners.

The visit focused on strengthening partnerships and exploring opportunities to expand services and ensure access to vital resources, including food assistance and community support programs at Richey.

We look forward to continued collaboration with the City of Tucson and our community partners as we work together to serve and uplift our community.

🎨 Yaqui Artists, We’re calling on you!

Bring this year’s theme to life:
Elders Lead. Youth Rise. Yoeme Thrive.
🗓 Deadline: June 18
Don’t miss your chance to be recognized!

‼Artwork Guidelines:
Artists may submit work in any medium (painting, drawing, digital art, photography, etc.). Artwork must be able to be converted into a high-quality digital file suitable for t-shirt printing and other marketing materials.

All artwork must be original. AI-generated images or artwork created primarily using AI tools are not permitted, as this contest is intended to recognize and uplift original work by Yaqui artists.

Please call 520-883-5010 if you have any questions!

🚨 Calling All Home Service Contractors 🏠🔨

We are currently seeking contractors and home service professionals to participate in our upcoming Homeownership Fair for both Guadalupe and Tucson!

This is a great opportunity to connect with community members, showcase your services, and network with future and current homeowners.

Interested in participating? See the attached flyer for all event details and registration information. Sign up today!

📣 Free Virtual Workshop Opportunity

Shared in partnership with the University of Arizona Law (IPLP) Program & Pascua Yaqui Tribe Microcampus

Planning Your Business with Land, Culture & Community at the Center
🗓️ June 12
⏰ 7–8:30 PM (AZ Time)
✅ Free, Open to Indigenous entrepreneurs at any stage
🎤 Guest speaker Saray Argumedo

Learn to build your business using the PUEBLO Analysis framework, grounded in Indigenous values.

📲 Scan the QR code to register

Today, Chairman Julian Hernandez stood in solidarity with Tribal leaders, elected officials, and community partners to oppose the proposed closure of the Tucson Area Indian Health Service (IHS) Office.

Alongside Representative Adelita Grijalva, Tohono O’odham Chairman Verlon Jose, Vice Chairwoman Carla Johnson, Tucson Vice Mayor Lane Santa Cruz, Tucson Indian Center Executive Director Jacob Bernal, and Dr. Theresa Cullen, leaders emphasized the critical role the Tucson Area Office plays in supporting Tribal health systems and communities.

Speakers raised serious concerns about potential service disruptions, lack of meaningful Tribal consultation, and the need to uphold the federal trust responsibility to Tribal Nations.

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe stands united in calling for the Tucson Area Office to remain intact and for any decisions to move forward only after full consultation and clear protections for Tribal communities.