THE 4 PILLARS OF NPM
Native Public Media values forging tribal centric solutions to Native communications needs and over the past seven
years concentrated on four quadrants of service to Native media makers and communities:
Community Engagement
Providing Native Communities with the Access, Knowledge and Resources to Ensure that Native Americans Have a Voice to
Fully Participate and Benefit From the Information Age.
Digital Ecology
Creating A Digital Footprint For Media Growth In Indian Country.
Storytelling
Providing Information, Technical Support and Training to Build a Solid National Communications System in Indian
Country.
Policy
Producing proactive programs of policy analysis, representation and education, NPM works to secure a voice for Native America among policy-making bodies and among the media democracy movement, promoting greater access and larger audiences for Native American voices.
Eileen Egan
Treasurer | Board of Directors
Eileen Egan is the Director of Individual and Planned Giving at the American Indian College Fund where she has worked for over a decade raising funds for scholarships for students attending the nation’s tribal colleges and universities. A member of the Hopi Tribe, Eileen worked in student affairs and recruitment at the Harvard University Native American Program prior to joining the College Fund. She is committed increasing access to education and knowledge through community based institutions and grass roots initiatives. Eileen earned a master’s degree in education from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education and a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Emerson College. She has also served on community boards, including the Hopi Education Endowment Fund and Stories on Stage.