Welcome to NCAI
The National Congress of American Indians, founded in 1944, is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization serving the broad interests of tribal governments and communities.
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Responding to the Opioid Crisis: An Update for Tribal Leaders
The opioid crisis impacts AI/AN at high rates. Tribes need multifaceted, collaborative approaches to address this complex issue.
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2017 Annual Policy Update
Learn more about advocacy strategy on important policy issues that impact tribal communities.
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Support Tribal Sovereignty - Donate Today!
Support Tribal Sovereignty today and seven generations to come.
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Have You Checked Your Calendar?
Do you have us on your calendar? Make sure to check back here for new events!
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Initiatives
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NCAI Policy Research CenterThe NCAI PRC supports Indian Country in shaping its own future as the leading center for tribally driven policy research.
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Tribal Supreme Court Project
The Tribal Supreme Court Project—a collaboration between NCAI and the Native American Rights Fund— monitors litigation in which Native people have a significant stake and coordinates strategy among a network of over 250 tribal leaders, attorneys, and law professors.
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Native Financial Education Initiative
The Native Financial Education Initiative provides information for tribes and their citizens to enhance financial capabilities in Indian Country - including the work of the Native Financial Education Coalition, Financial Literacy Month (April), and NCAI's Protect Native Money Campaign and Tribal Exchange Stock Market Game.
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Consultation Support for Tribal Governments
President Obama declared his commitment to fulfilling the consultation requirements of Executive Order 13175, NCAI supports tribes in this process with resources.
News
National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) President Jefferson Keel Issues Statement on the White House Ceremony Honoring Native American Code Talkers
November 27, 2017
Top Civil Rights Organizations Urge Media Not to Use Washington NFL Team’s R-word Name on Thanksgiving
November 21, 2017
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"Tribal Nations and the United States: An Introduction" |