A young Louisiana woman from a disappearing bayou community started a real conversation when she requested a proclamation through Governor John B. Edwards' office to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Louisiana for the very first time. Baley Champagne is a woman on a mission to diversify the modern conversation taking place in America. Understanding the many issues taking place, Baley is an advocate for having a more educated conversation. Baley is a loving wife and mother. She has always been a person that observes her surroundings and loves to listen to others tell stories. Her roots are from New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana. Baley is a Tribal citizen of the state-recognized tribe called The United Houma Nation. Baley descends from the eastern band of Chitimacha through her Gregoire lineage. Baley is an alumnus of Loyola University of New Orleans and the University of Phoenix.  She possesses the skills of creativity, has an open mind, is fast learner, a good conversationalist, maintains loyalty, is a team player, has leadership skills, and an attention for detail. Baley is currently a stay -at -home mom of three daughters. Baley enjoys her family, she enjoys nature by fishing and traveling, and loves shopping, taking pictures, and doing makeup, but most importantly enjoying good company. Baley is a member of L’Assemblee de la Louisiane.