Gerald White

Waterer & Elder Storyteller

Part of our humanity is making mistakes.

Gerald White is an esteemed elder, educator, and cultural leader from the Leech Lake Reservation. A Vietnam Veteran, Gerald has dedicated his life to service—both to his country and to his community. Drawing on his deep roots in Ojibwe traditions and values, he has spent decades developing and leading programs designed to strengthen cultural knowledge, promote wellness, and support the growth of his community.

Gerald is widely respected as a traditionalist and teacher who is committed to preserving and sharing Ojibwe knowledge and practices with the next generation.