The Works Of Native American Organizations

By Deanne Shepard


In the United States, people who come from different races and have different cultures are abundant. One may notice a person who dress himself in a certain manner which is generally considered odd. He may also speak using a distinct language and may only comprehend a little English. There is a great possibility that this person belongs to a tribe of indigenous people.

Because of the differences of these individuals, they are usually a target of racial discrimination. This is especially the case with places like New York, NY where they only constitute less than a percentage in population. Since this is the case, there are Native American organizations NYC being formed to be able to help these individuals out, especially the younger generation.

There are a number of trainings and seminars conducted by these associations to the people who do not descend from any of the tribes they are in. They help raise the awareness that their way of dressing and talking is part of their culture. Most of the times, those who attended the seminars are able to understand that they are only doing what they have been doing since ages ago. It is expected that discrimination can be minimized at least, or totally eliminated.

They may also fund several researches which are being conducted. These researches are usually done for the purpose of aiding the growth of the population of Native Americans. They are also being conducted by the older people of their communities. The funds used typically came from activities such as fund raising concerts or events.

Several members of their tribes may be needing something badly. There are instances where a person or members of his family are inflicted with sickness and they have to be medically attended to. It could also be that they have experience a fire in their residence and need to rebuild it so that they can have a place to live in. It could also be that he wants to start a business of his own. An organization may extend the necessary assistance to these members.

There are a lot of the children belonging to these tribes that do not have enough money to attend school. These kids have the interest to attend school so that they can learn. They believe that with this knowledge, they can help in uplifting their lives and their families. Scholarships are being provided to them.

The elderly members of the population may be given health care. The unemployed persons can also be offered a range of jobs. The organization may advise them to go to affiliated agencies to avail of a range of services that provided exclusively to them.

The organization also will make sure that all members of their community will be able to obtain the privileges that they are entitled to under the laws. They also make sure that the members will be able to uphold their rights when it comes to their sovereignty.

There may be instances where there is a conflict between an indigenous person and a government agency or a corporation with regards to using the natural resources of a given land. There are organizations who will be able to resolve these legal matters. They are usually composed of people who are specialists in this field.




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