The Resource August 2014 Volume 1 Issue 008 | Page 16

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onald Benally has dedicated his life to serving
our Navajo Nation and
People. He is a leader with a
background rich in modern-day
and traditional Navajo leadership. Donald is Tó’aheedliinii
born for Naakaiilizhinii. His maternal grandfather is Táchii’nii.
His paternal grandfather is
Choctaw. Donald is a lifelong
resident of Shiprock. He earned
his bachelor’s degree from LaSalle Extension University, Chicago, Illinois and an associate
degree from the City College of
San Francisco.

Donald also worked side-byside with legendary Navajo
leader Dr. Annie Wauneka.
Dr. Wauneka and Donald both
serve at the same time on B