Understanding UDIA: Supporting Utah’s Tribal Nations Through Collaboration
Written by Kathryn Peterson, Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement This Q&A features insights from James Toledo, UDIA Deputy Director, and Rozanna Benally-Sagg, UDIA Administrative Assistant, who shared an overview of the division’s role, programs, history, and ongoing efforts to support tribal communities and strengthen partnerships throughout the state. The Utah Division of Indian Affairs (UDIA) works closely with...
Introducing Utah Division of Indian Affairs New Cultural Liaison, Will Locklear
Written by Kathryn Peterson, Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement Will Locklear serves as the Cultural Liaison for the Utah Division of Indian Affairs, where he works as a key point of contact with the division, state agencies’ Tribal liaisons and Tribal governments. In this role, he is focused on strengthening the government-to-government relationship between Utah’s eight sovereign Tribal...
Utah American Indian Day on the Hill (2026)
The Utah Division of Indian Affairs proudly presents the Utah American Indian Day on the Hill. DATE: Tues., Jan. 27, 2026 TIME: 4:00-5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Rotunda, Utah State Capitol Prepare for this annual celebration that unites vibrant cultural performances, insightful exhibitors, inspiring community leaders, and essential resources, all in honor of Utah’s rich Native communities. This incredible event is free...
James Toledo appointed deputy director of Utah Division of Indian Affairs
PRESS RELEASEApril 4, 2025From: Utah Division of Indian AffairsContact: Ellen Weist, Public Information Officer; text: 503-490-4806 The Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement announces the appointment of James Toledo as deputy director for the Utah Division of Indian Affairs. Toledo has been serving as a program manager for the division, where he has been instrumental in fostering relationships between...
