Indigenous-led Wildlife Sanctuary & Cultural Education

Compassionate raccoon rehabilitation, Indigenous-centered education, and creative storytelling. Fostering coexistence between urban wildlife and communities through respect, understanding, and reciprocity.

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About Yo'oriwa Ania

We are a Native-led project growing our wildlife sanctuary, rooted in care for the animals who have lived on these lands for thousands of years. We passionately rehabilitate orphaned raccoons using ethical, species-appropriate approaches, advocating for their well-being amidst urban life. We leverage art, storytelling, and workshops to amplify Indigenous perspectives on coexistence, land stewardship, and relational accountability. All that we do centers around learning, advocacy, hands-on support and the 7 generation principle.

This future sanctuary will support a community of animal relatives and will be guided by Indigenous ecological knowledge, balance, and coexistence.

We envision a future where Native wildlife is treated as relatives, not pests. Communities choose compassion over removal or killing. Indigenous ecological knowledge guides how we protect land and animals. Outdoor spaces are safe for wildlife, pets, and people. Our sanctuary grows into a full wildlife center, education space, and community hub.

What We Offer

We provide hands-on raccoon rehabilitation, Indigenous-centered educational workshops, creative storytelling presentations, and culturally-rooted performances.

Wildlife Rehabilitation

Compassionate rehabilitation for orphaned raccoons, supporting their journey back home and promoting humane coexistence.

Indigenous-Centered Education

Engaging workshops sharing Indigenous perspectives, traditions and culture. In a inclusive, respectful space.

Community Storytelling & Art

Indigenous art, performances, and storytelling used to explore interdependence, environmental justice, and coexistence.

Our Mission

Yo’oriwa Ania Wildlife Sanctuary & Cultural Education Center exists to protect and restore balance between people, wildlife, and the land. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and rehabilitation for Native wildlife—specializing in raccoons and supporting keystone species—while sharing cultural and ecological knowledge that teaches respect, coexistence, and responsibility to the land.

Yo'oriwa Ania Wildlife Sanctuary