2021 Conference Speaker Bios

Angela Benedict
Environmental Division - St Regis Mohawk Tribe
For over 25 years, Angela has been serving the Saint Regis Mohawk community of Akwesasne. Some of her successes include grants for conducting special studies, as well as completing the community’s climate change adaptation plan. She recently had 7 EV chargers put in Akwesasne so that the community is well equipped for the future.
Angela Benedict has served on the National Tribal Air Association (NTAA) Executive Committee since 2002.
Angela enjoys providing environmental education at Akwesasne’s local schools and at the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club, as well as delivering information and educational sessions at community events that include Wellness Day and Earth Day.