Several members of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina were recently recognized at the United Tribes of North Carolina 2023 Unity Conference for their achievements and impact on their community.
Dwayne Hunt, a Lumbee Veteran, was recognized for his military service. Hunt served in the United States Army - Sergeant First Class in Afghanistan.
Dr. Jo Ann Chavis Lowery was recognized with the United Tribes Distinguished Service to the Indian Community Award.
A number of Lumbee students also received scholarships at the awards including Kaylee Chavis who received the Distinguished American Indian High School award, and a number of Lumbee students also received scholarships at the awards including Natalie Evington, Hallie Scott, Ava Jacobs, Kaylee Chavis, Lahna Sampson, Jayla Locklear, Jayda Smith, Nathaniel Jones, Hannah Locklear, Brice Chavis, Katerina Lesane, Kelly Locklear and Ayden Sky Bullard.
United Tribes of North Carolina is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit corporation established in1982 to provide greater coordination and unity among the American Indian tribes and organizations of the State of North Carolina. The corporation works to promote educational, economic, religious, charitable and cultural activities for American Indian people.
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