Joshua Shumak

Joshua Shumak is a nationally recognized policy consultant, educator, and advocate for Indigenous communities. He specializes in education, cultural policy, and government relations, developing initiatives that support Native American populations through research and tribal-state collaboration. Joshua
advances tribal governance, cultural preservation, and community development by connecting state agencies, nonprofits, and tribal nations. His work spans food sovereignty, Indigenous curriculum development, cultural heritage protection, and government policy. He has consulted widely to
strengthen Indigenous communities and promote their interests. Joshua’s impact has been recognized at state, national, and international levels.