Shawna Ann Claw is a Diné politician serving as a member of the Navajo Nation Council for the Chinle Chapter since 2023.
[2] During her time as vice president, she identified many unmet needs in her community, which ultimately motivated her to seek a higher office.
[2] Upon Claw's election to the Navajo Nation Council, she became the first woman to represent Chinle in this role.
As a council delegate, Claw has been focused on addressing key issues affecting her community.
[1] In 2022, she has expressed particular interest in creating a youth center for the large Chinle community, expanding services for the elderly, including the establishment of hospice centers, and advocating for legislative changes to better meet the needs of her constituents.