Wisconsin’s 25 Most Influential Native American Leaders for 2025

Our sixth annual list highlights and honors elected officials, business leaders, educators, social justice advocates and lots more. Get to know them all here, and peruse lists from previous years here.

District 9 Challenger JoAnn Pritchett Prioritizes the Environment

 JoAnn Pritchett brings environmental justice to the forefront in her campaign for Madison’s Common Council.
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Abdi Siad Aims to Represent District 7 with a Vision for Unity and Inclusion

 A first-generation Somali-American, Siad shares his drive to serve the community and elevate marginalized voices.
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Bridging Peru and Wisconsin Through Sustainable Energy

 A local nonprofit connects communities across continents with clean energy projects rooted in cultural exchange.
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Catholic Multicultural Center Receives Major Mental Health Grant

 A multi-year investment will expand culturally informed mental health services for Madison’s immigrant communities.
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The LeBron James We Always Wanted

 An in-depth reflection on LeBron James' leadership, advocacy, and cultural legacy—on and off the court.
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And in other news …

• Willie Smith to Keynote Wealth Literacy Conference
  The Melanin Project’s 3rd annual event, happening April 26, will focus on financial empowerment in communities of color.
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• Prom Encore Returns to Vera Court This April
  Back by popular demand, this intergenerational prom event brings joy and style to the Northside.
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• Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Could Be a Defining Test
  Progressives and conservatives gear up for a race that may reveal how much political strategies have evolved since 2023.
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• Consumer Confidence Drops to Lowest Point Since 2021
  Economic uncertainty is growing, with new data showing steep declines in consumer outlook.
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