AKWESASNE — (Ohiaríha/June 5, 2025) The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe celebrates the opening of the Teionkwarihwaienawà:kon, meaning “we work together, we help each other,” Community Services Building on Friday, June 6th, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m..
The grand opening of Teionkwarihwaienawà:kon is an opportunity for the public to see first hand the state-of-the-art facility, receive a tour of the program offices, and engage directly with the staff behind the delivery of vital community services.
Executive Director Tsiorasa Barreiro shares, “The Community Services Building represents a significant investment in our tribal staff and community. Use of the historic ARPA funding for the renovation improved core facilities for important Tribal programs that serve Akwesasro:non including Food Distribution, Economic Development, Tribal Courts and Environment Division. Community members have a centralized location to access services and a facility they can be proud of. Teionkwarihwaienawà:kon will be a lasting reminder of the historic federal support to tribal nations during the pandemic, and more importantly , our tribe’s ability to successfully manage those resources for the lasting benefit of the people.”
The Community Services Building also houses the Compliance Division, Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Program, Social Services Division, Community & Family Services Administration, Akwesasne TV, Emergency Management and Safety, Security, Corporate Compliance, Homeowners Assistance Fund Program; and satellite offices for Facilities and Maintenance, and Technical Support.
The community of Akwesasne is encouraged to attend the grand opening of Teionkwarihwaienawà:kon and reach out to the Executive Director’s office for more information at (518) 358-2272.