All members and guests are welcome to participate in this monthly membership meeting. This will be our last meeting before the winter break. Our guest speaker will be Aimee Rose-Haynes presenting on "Verifying Native American Ancestry and Tribal Affiliation." This meeting is held on Zoom. Zoom links are announced in the member newsletter and are sent out with meeting reminders to all members.

In her presentation Rose-Haynes will explore the journey of uncovering Native American ancestry from family lore to historical verification and tribal enrollment. She will delve into the distinction between federally recognized and non-federally recognized tribes, shedding light on the significance of the Five Civilized Tribes and help us understand the importance of geographical context in tracing ancestral roots and discover the various documentation methods used for Native Americans, including infamous rolls and Dawes Packets. Learn about essential tools and resources, such as tribal websites, for conducting research and verifying ancestral connections and gain insight into enrollment requirements and the steps involved in establishing a genuine link to Native American heritage.

Aimee Rose-Haynes is a genetic genealogist and public speaker dedicated to reconnecting lost relatives, uncovering ancestral stories, and empowering others through DNA. With years of experience in genealogy and a deep passion for helping families find their roots, she brings knowledge, compassion, and insight to every journey of discovery. With a strong background in genetic genealogy and family research, she has worked on hundreds of cases, specializing in helping adopted persons, donor-conceived individuals, and those with unknown parentage uncover their identities.

For questions or to request to attend as a guest, email president@sjgensoc.org.