Founded in 1944, the National Congress of American Indians is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization in the country.
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NCAI advocates on behalf of tribal governments and their citizens.
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"After more than 20 years of service to the Chickasaw Nation, Lt. Governor Emeritus Jefferson Keel will retire effective January 2, 2021." Keel also served as NCAI President from 2010-2013, and from 2018-2019. Congratulations on his retirement.
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Join the American Indian Cancer Foundation for the Cancer & #COVID19: Increasing Awareness in Clinical Trials for American Indians/Alaskan Natives webinar, December 15, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. EST.
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Cancer & Covid-19: Increasing Awareness in Clinical Trials for American Indians/Alaskan Natives. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
AIAN people have been disproportionately impacted by the #COVID19 pandemic and, according to Colorado state data, cases have skyrocketed. “Health care disparities in the Native American community go back centuries. Though gains have been made in recent decades, deep disparities in everything from income to infant mortality remain.”
A third wave of infections has hit Colorado, and as with previous waves, people of color are getting sick at higher rates.
NCAI Resolutions from the 77th Annual Convention & Marketplace are now on our website. This year, the Congress passed 50 resolutions expressing the consensus positions of our members. See the resolutions at: https://www.ncai.org/about-ncai/ncai-governance
The U.S. Congress has made moves on a number of bills affecting tribal nations, including the PRC for Native Veterans Act, the Durbin Feeling Native American Languages Act of 2020, and the Bipartisan Senate COVID Relief Framework. Read more on our blog:
As part of their #VAWA Sovereignty Initiative, NIWRC is filing an amicus brief in United States v. Cooley that will be argued before the U.S. Supreme Court in 2021. All organizations devoted to ending domestic violence and/or sexual assault, or addressing #MMIW either within or outside of Indian Country, are invited to sign onto the brief. Learn more and sign on by December 20:
| NON-FEDERAL MOMENT |CALL TO ACTION: We need YOU to sign-on to the NIWRC Amicus Brief in United States v. Cooley, a case that will be argued before the U.S. Supreme Court in the 2021 Term.WHO: The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center will be seeking the support amici similar to those who joi...
“A Native American tribe in Montana and federal prosecutors launched a test project Tuesday that they hope will lead to a blueprint for addressing the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous people across the U.S.” #MMIW
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — A Native American tribe in Montana and federal prosecutors launched a test project Tuesday that they hope will lead to a blueprint for addressing the crisis of missing and...
Today at 2:30 p.m. EST, the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs will hold an oversight hearing titled, “From Languages to Homelands: Advancing Tribal Self-Governance and Cultural Sovereignty for Future Generations.” Learn more at:
WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at 2:30 p.m. - EST, the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs will hold an oversight hearing titled, “From Languages to Homelands: Advancing Tribal Self-Governance and Cultural Sovereignty for Future Generations.”
“Alexander Quapish, who records show joined the Continental Army which fought against the British Army during the American Revolution, will be buried in consecrated ground in Natick.” The move is part of efforts for the federal Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act.
Alexander Quapish, of the Wampanoag Tribe, fought for America's independence. Under the NAGPRA, his remains will leave a Havard University museum.
“Circle of Unity,” an intergenerational, multi-disciplinary exhibition that presents a contemporary perspective of Seminole artists on the cycles of solidarity and patterns of resilience that have always existed within the histories of the Seminole and Miccosukee People of Florida, will be on view through January 9, 2021 at the New River Inn.
History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and
Calling all Indigenous business owners in the United States: we are issuing $5,000 grants to Native-owned small businesses impacted by #COVID19. Apply here:
https://bit.ly/nativesmallbusinessgrant
The Virtual Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM) and SEASAM Youth for 2020 continues all month. SEASAM will include work from both adult and youth First American artists. This virtual event will allow the continuation of promoting artists and connecting patrons with unique and exciting First American art and artists. Learn more:
SEASAM provides an outstanding marketplace where adult and youth artists can flourish.
Together, we have witnessed the Georgia electorate's collective power. And we have the continued power for electoral success by making sure every eligible voter is registered to vote for the Senate Runoff Election. Share this link http://registertovote.sos.ga.gov and tag at least 5 people to pass it on and help reach unregistered Georgian voters today! #TogetherWeVote
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Inspiration from the Southwest region. #MotivationMonday
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Are you a Georgian who was too young to vote in November’s election? Will you be turning 18 years old by January 5? If you are, you can vote in the upcoming Senate runoff election! Register to vote by December 7 to cast your first ever ballot on January 5. It only takes a few minutes to do it online: https://georgia.gov/register-to-vote #togetherWeVote
Meskwaki Cultural Center and Museum Visitors are educated and receive insight in the tradition and culture at the Meskwaki Cultural Center and Museum. #NativeArtSaturday
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"On Nov. 3, Todd Gloria, Tlingit, aged 42, was elected mayor of San Diego, the nation’s 8th largest and California’s second-largest city."
Join the Native Wellness Power Hour on Facebook Live, today focusing on Lateral Oppression, with Jillene Joseph and Marcus Guinn.
The Native Wellness Institute exists to promote the well-being of Native people through programs and trainings that embrace the teachings and traditions of our ancestors.
The Southeastern Art Show and Market is happening all through December. Enjoy art from talented Southeastern and Woodland First American artists at:
SEASAM provides an outstanding marketplace where adult and youth artists can flourish.
With $1 million in funding from Google.org, we are providing stabilization grants to Native-owned small businesses that have been impacted by #COVID19. Apply today: https://bit.ly/nativesmallbusinessgrant
Download the Wrap-up Report for the 77th Annual Convention & Marketplace, featuring a summary of what happened during the event and the link to the evaluation form for the event: https://bit.ly/77thannualwrapup
Today at 3:00 p.m. EST: The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is hosting a webinar to discuss working with Indigenous communities after a disaster. In this webinar, three Indigenous leaders will share their experiences in disaster recovery, explain how needs differ in their communities, and share best practices for working together respectfully in ways that honor culture and land.
The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is hosting a webinar to discuss working with Indigenous communities after a disaster. Indigenous leaders will share their experiences in disaster recovery and discuss best practices.
An introduction to how the Community Reinvestment Act’s features play out in Indian Country communities.
An introduction to how the Community Reinvestment Act’s features play out in Indian Country communities
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As many of us celebrate the holidays without our loved ones, we may be feeling more lonely than thankful this year. You are not alone. Find resources that could help you or someone you know who is feeling lonely at http://HowRightNow.org #HowRightNow
How Right Now is an initiative to address people’s feelings of grief, loss, and worry during COVID-19. Support for the How Right Now initiative is provided by the CDC Foundation.
Before the day is over, help us ensure that tribal governments and communities have the support they need to survive this rapidly expanding crisis. Donate today: http://ncai.org/givingtuesday #GivingTuesday
On this #GivingTuesday, we hope you will consider supporting American Indian and Alaska Natives through the National Congress of American Indians: the oldest, largest and most representative organization serving the broad interests of American Indian and Alaska Natives in the country. http://ncai.org/givingtuesday
The financial support the Wampanoag Trading Post and Gallery received from NCAI helped them hire temporary part-time help, support six more indigenous artisans, and schedule Native film screenings and workshops. Your generous support helps us provide assistance to more businesses like them. Donate today: http://ncai.org/givingtuesday #GivingTuesday
On #GivingTuesday, we want to know, what are your reasons for giving? Let us know and give today: http://ncai.org/givingtuesday
Meet Shayai Lucero (Acoma Pueblo and Laguna Pueblo), owner and floral designer at Earth & Sky Floral Designs and Gallery. Our stabilization grant helped her keep her reservation-based business open. Unleash your generosity so we can help more businesses like hers: http://ncai.org/givingtuesday #GivingTuesday
Join us on #GivingTuesday and unleash your generosity. http://ncai.org/givingtuesday
Tomorrow is a day of giving, and with your help, we can continue serving the broad interests of American Indian and Alaska Natives. Join us on #GivingTuesday and unleash your generosity. ncai.org/givingtuesday
As #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth comes to a close, we look to the words of President Fawn Sharp on the spiritual dimension of our people for inspiration. #MotivationMonday
NCAI established its Climate Action Task Force (CATF) to document, inform, and support the climate action efforts of tribal nations and organizations, and identify and advocate for policies and funding designed to empower their ability to engage in effective, sustainable climate action. Learn more:
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Together we voted for a stronger future and made clear our votes matter. Now it’s time to ensure the will of the people prevails as we move forward together to care for our communities and families, tackle the disproportionate outcomes of the pandemic and economic crisis on communities of color, and make this country a place where ALL of us can thrive. #TogetherWeVote #NativeVote
Thank you to Bank of America, NEA Today, and Wells Fargo for sponsoring #NCAIAnnual2020!
Our #NCAIAnnual2020 Marketplace is open and available to the public. Meet artists, organizations, and entrepreneurs from across #IndianCountry today at www.ncai.org/market!
The local planning committee from the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians will host an evening of cultural immersion open to the public. The audience will experience traditional songs, dances, and storytelling from tribal nations within the NCAI Northwest Region.
The 77th Annual Convention & Marketplace begins today. Join our first ever fully virtual convention and become part of this historic occasion as we dive into this year’s theme of #TruthAndReconciliation. https://bit.ly/ncai77thannual #NCAIAnnual2020
NCAI CEO Kevin Allis welcomes you to #NCAIAnnual2020. You still have time to register and join us as we celebrate our theme: truth and reconciliation. https://bit.ly/ncai77thannual
NCAI President Fawn Sharp welcomes you to the 77th Annual Convention & Marketplace. Join us and register today: https://bit.ly/ncai77thannual
Meet Nytom (John Goodwin) of Sequim, Washington. He is the representative artist for the 77th Annual Convention & Marketplace. Learn more about him and register to join us: http://bit.ly/77thannualartist
Join us for a special edition of the Taking Action in 2020 series as we feature guest speakers from across Indian Country to speak about voter registration, Get-Out-The-Vote efforts, and share resources on how to get registered on September 22! And remember to register at www.ncai.org/register
This livestream event will be broadcast on NCAI’s page and will cover the latest updates in Native Vote and Indian Country Counts census efforts. The event will feature guests Rio Fernandes from the National Urban Indian Family Coalition to speak about NUIFC’s efforts to assist tribal nations and hard-to-count communities by providing resources to complete the count and elevating community voices through their work in civic engagement. Then we will hear from Karishma Shah from the National Conference on Citizenship to discuss Misinformation in civic engagement. NCAI’s Civic Engagement team will also provide the latest updates on 2020 Census operations and how to adjust census outreach efforts given COVID-19.
Meet Feather. She has an idea of how we can help heal the world. #HealingTogether
The time is now. No more excuses. #ChangeTheMascot
Advocacy and Art! Join us in elevating our collective voices in voting through painting and showing the world why we count in the census! Follow along with an Indian Country artist as they guide us through making impactful art that we can use in Indian Country Counts (census) and Native Vote outreach and hear from tribal advocates speak about civic engagement work in their communities. Don't forget to fuel your creativity by making or enjoying some delicious snacks with us virtually! Share your favorite snacks or recipes in the comments as we create together.
Join NCAI for a fun night of Family Feud - Civic Engagement style! This event will feature friendly competition between two teams from Indian Country answering questions about the U.S. Census and voting related to American Indians/Alaska Natives throughout history and pop-culture. Watch the livestream via NCAI's page at 5:30 p.m. PDT/8:30 p.m. EDT.
NCAI will being playing Family Feud tonight with the Oklahoma Policy Institute and Native American Pathways to raise awareness for our Native Vote and Indian Country Counts (census) outreach programs. Join us tonight at 5:30 p.m. PST/8:30 p.m. EST right here on the NCAI page for a live broadcast event!
Founded in 1944, the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) is the oldest, largest, and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization serving the broad interests of tribal governments and communities.
NCAI, a nonprofit organization, advocates for a bright future for generations to come by taking the lead to gain consensus on a constructive and promising vision for Indian Country. The organization’s policy issues and initiatives are driven by the consensus of our diverse membership, which consists of American Indian and Alaska Native tribal governments, tribal citizens, individuals, and Native and non-Native organizations.
For nearly seven decades since its founding, NCAI has remained true to the original purpose of the organization: to be the unified voice of tribal nations. As outlined in the NCAI Constitution, our purpose is to serve as a forum for unified policy development among tribal governments in order to: (1) protect and advance tribal governance and treaty rights; (2) promote the economic development and health and welfare in Indian and Alaska Native communities; and (3) educate the public toward a better understanding of Indian and Alaska Native tribes.
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