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During her tenure, Mankiller worked to improve the lives of the Cherokee people. She created a job center, increased the number of tribal health clinics, and brought jobs and businesses to the Cherokee jurisdiction. Summer programs for young people and adult literacy were added. At this point, Mankiller was visible on the national scene; then-President Bill Clinton appointed her to be an adviser to the federal government on tribal affairs. Later, Clinton would grant her the 1998 Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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In 1979, Mankiller nearly lost her life in a serious car accident, in which she was struck head on by her best friend. Her friend died, and though Mankiller survived, she underwent numerous surgeries as a part of a long recovery process. She then had to battle a neuromuscular disease known as myasthenia gravis, which can lead to paralysis. Once again, Mankiller was able to overcome her health challenges.

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Mankiller, was the recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1998, the highest honor given to civilians in the United States and was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 1993.

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During her three terms, Mankiller tripled her tribe's enrollment, doubled employment and built new housing, health centers and children's programs in northeast Oklahoma.

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She founded the Community Development Department for the Cherokee Nation, spurring projects that made dramatic improvements in community water systems and housing during the administration of Principal Chief Ross Swimmer.

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In 1969 Wilma visited Indian activits for 19 months to help

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Wilma was the first female chief to be elected and she was chief from 1985-1995. Her time as chief was cut short due to health issues but while chief she advocated for extensive community development, self-help, education and healthcare programs.

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http://www.biography.com /people/wilma-mankiller-214109#early-roles
http://www.womenon20s.org/wilma-mankiller
http://www.aauw.org/2013/11/20/wilma-mankiller/

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"We must trust our own thinking. Trust where we're going. And get the job done."

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November 18, 1945 - April 6, 2010