Native American nonprofit begins work on affordable housing project in PortlandLindsey O'Brien
If you are a Native American living in Massachusetts, you may qualify for tuition assistance at a state college or university, including UMass Dartmouth and Bristol Community College. The Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) Commission on Indian Affairs (CIA)says,...
American Indian and Alaska Natives in Washington have a higher maternal mortality rate than any other ethnic group. Babies born to Indigenous people are more likely to have birth complications. Tribal communities disproportionately experience housing insecurity, poverty and worse health outcomes...
• Res. 13-06 – to establish a Standing Committee of Health to address health- related policies and programs promoting the common welfare of American Indians. • Res. 13-07 – supporting negotiated rule- making of the Native American Housing and Self Determination Act (NAHASDA). • Res...
The story of Little Earth is one of resilience and determination. It reflects the ongoing struggle of the Native American community in urban areas to secure culturally relevant housing and community support. The history of Little Earth and its ongoing efforts highlight the importance of addressing ...
of the 10% of the population that is Native American, more than 50% live below the poverty line, a statistic that’s being compounded by the increasing cost of living and lack of affordable housing. “It’s really challenging to live here, financially,” Onna said. “In order to make ...
Prevention Science (2023) 24 (Suppl 1):S88–S98 https://doi.org/10.1007/s11121-022-01396-y Culturally Responsive Opioid and Other Drug Prevention for American Indian/Alaska Native People: a Comparison of Reservation‑ and Urban‑Based Approaches Kelli A. Komro1 · ...
Not only portable housing, tipis are also metaphors. To the Apsáalooke, Crow people, each tipi pole holds symbolism of seasons, directions, significant animals, and more. The canvas that covers each structure represents the protection of the family that would inhabit each. ...
The U.S. Supreme Court in 2013 ruled in a 5-4 vote that a non-custodial Native American parent cannot invoke ICWA to block an adoption initiated by a non-Indian parent. The girl was returned to her adoptive parents. Brackeen v. Bernhardtoriginated in 2017, when white ...