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Confederated Tribes of
Siletz Indians

Welcome

Xaa-wan’-t’i

We the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians are the most diverse confederation of Tribes and Bands on a single reservation in the United States. Our ancestors spoke 10 completely different languages, each of which had multiple dialects. Our ancestors brought with them deep connections to more than 20 million acres of ancestral territory combined, including all of Western Oregon from the summit of the Cascade mountains to the Pacific and extending into what’s now SW Washington State and northern California. Our ancestors signed many treaties with the United States. We were promised the 1.1 million acres Siletz Reservation as our permanent home, but following massive reservation reductions Congress passed the Western Oregon Termination Act in 1954 (took effect in 1956), and our federally recognized status as a tribe was also taken. In 1977 our lobbying of Congress to repeal our Termination was successful, and we became the second formerly Terminated Tribe to regain federal recognition as a Tribe.

Government

View information on Tribal Council, Enrollment, Tribal Court and more.

Calendar

View the monthly calendar for events, deadlines, closures and more.

History

A look at who we are and how we got to where we are today.

Employment

Internal & external jobs with downloadable applications.

News & Events

Siletz News, Current Events, Newsletters and more.

Forms

View a list of all forms available on the website.

Tribe, and county mourn the passing of Commissioner Claire Hall

It’s with great sadness that we recognize the life and legacy of Lincoln County Commissioner Claire Hall, and the unfinished work she leaves behind.

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Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians assist in Yachats whale stranding response

A carefully selected group of tribal hunters, staff, and members coordinated together to harvest the bones, baleen, blubber and the skull. The collected materials will be processed for use in cultural education and traditional practices.

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Native American Heritage Month highlights history and future of indigenous advocacy

Each November, the United States observes Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples. More than a symbolic gesture, this month offers a vital opportunity to recognize the resilience, sovereignty, and living traditions of native communities across the country.

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Services

The Siletz Tribe offers many different services and programs for Tribal members with the goal of serving the needs of the community. These services are run by various departments and each have their own application processes, eligibility requirements, and guidelines. To learn more about what’s available to you as a Tribal member, select a department below and read more about their programs.