Restoring Ancestral Winds was created in 2013 to support Utah’s eight federally recognized tribes in addressing domestic violence and sexual assault in their communities. We are a tribal coalition that provides education, training and advocacy to these tribes and organizations that serve Native Americans throughout Utah.
Our mission is to end violence in Native communities. We also support healing. And we advocate for healthy relationships, educate our communities on issues surrounding stalking, domestic, sexual, and family violence, collaborate with Great Basin community members and stakeholders, and honor and strengthen traditional values of all our relations
Though Restoring Ancestral Winds offers Utah's only referral helpline for Native American victims and survivors, we are not a direct service provider. If you are in a dangerous situation and experiencing violence, please call 911. You are not alone. There is help and there are resources.

Mary Louise Santacaterina serves as Treasurer and brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, financial stewardship, grant management, and strategic development. Over the course of her career, she has helped organizations strengthen operations, secure funding, and expand their impact through careful planning and strong fiscal ove
Mary Louise Santacaterina serves as Treasurer and brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, financial stewardship, grant management, and strategic development. Over the course of her career, she has helped organizations strengthen operations, secure funding, and expand their impact through careful planning and strong fiscal oversight. She is especially committed to supporting mission-driven work with integrity, accountability, and a focus on lasting community benefit.

Zachariah Richard Lee, CSW, is a Certified Social Worker and proud member of the Navajo Nation with clinical experience in behavioral health and substance use treatment. He earned his Master of Social Work early in his career and has worked with individuals with special needs as well as in residential mental health and substance use treat
Zachariah Richard Lee, CSW, is a Certified Social Worker and proud member of the Navajo Nation with clinical experience in behavioral health and substance use treatment. He earned his Master of Social Work early in his career and has worked with individuals with special needs as well as in residential mental health and substance use treatment settings, supporting clients with complex emotional and recovery needs.
Zachariah is currently working toward licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to further support trauma recovery. He has also completed intensive training in trauma-informed care, to help educate others.
As a Native American clinician, Zachariah is passionate about integrating Indigenous knowledge and cultural awareness into clinical practice, promoting culturally responsive care while continuing to grow as a clinician and leader in the field.

Chauma Kee-Jansen is the Executive Director of American Indian Services (AIS), where she leads efforts to expand educational and workforce opportunities for Native American students nationwide. An enrolled member of the Assiniboine-Sioux Tribe of Fort Peck, Montana, with Diné (Navajo) roots, she brings both personal and professional exper
Chauma Kee-Jansen is the Executive Director of American Indian Services (AIS), where she leads efforts to expand educational and workforce opportunities for Native American students nationwide. An enrolled member of the Assiniboine-Sioux Tribe of Fort Peck, Montana, with Diné (Navajo) roots, she brings both personal and professional experience to her role as the current RAW Board Chair.
Raised in Kamas, Utah, Kee-Jansen earned her Associate of Science from Utah Valley University and went on to receive both a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master of Public Administration from Brigham Young University. Prior to leading AIS, she served as Human Resource Manager at the Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake, building a strong foundation in nonprofit leadership and community advocacy.
Driven by a deep commitment to serving Native communities, Kee-Jansen is passionate about empowering Indigenous students through education, cultural connection, and pathways to economic sovereignty. She also serves in leadership and advisory roles across Utah’s nonprofit and civic sectors, further advancing service, volunteerism, and opportunities for Native peoples
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