National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Delores “Dede” Lone Wolf

Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Native Americans have made to the labor movement and toward expanding the rights of working people. Today’s profile features Delores “Dede” Lone Wolf, recording secretary for the Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 2366.

Dede Lone Wolf has served as recording secretary for IBEW Local 2366 in Lincoln, Nebraska, for three terms. She is also the union steward on the factory floor at Schneider Electric, where Square D circuit breakers are manufactured. In her free time, she enjoys attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.