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Thanks for a successful 2025. NAFOA will see you in the new year!
Thirty-five years ago, our people made a courageous choice to dare a new path.
Tune into Native America Calling to hear from both rookies and long-time Native retailers about what it takes to start and stay in business.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2916, a bill to settle a land claim of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, on December 9, 2025.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2389, the Quinault Indian Nation Land Transfer Act, on December 9, 2025.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2388, the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Project Lands Restoration Act, on December 9, 2025.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2302, the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Land Transfer Act, on December 9, 2025.
After years of discussions, the town of Taos, New Mexico, is removing the name of a genocidal figure from a widely used park.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2916, a bill to settle a land claim of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, on December 9, 2025.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2389, the Quinault Indian Nation Land Transfer Act, on December 9, 2025.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2388, the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Project Lands Restoration Act, on December 9, 2025.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2302, the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Land Transfer Act, on December 9, 2025.
The tribes of the Owens Valley in California are facing a shortage of water — an issue that spans nearly a century, but one that is exacerbated by climate change.
December is a traditional time for feasts, family, and giving but the holiday season can also affect a person’s mental health.
Tribes are looking down the road and mapping a future away from the blood quantum requirements.
Indian Country is on the losing end of the stick with the release of a must-pass defense bill that was negotiated behind closed doors.
There’s still time to #GiveNative! Donate by December 31 to make your gift to NAFOA count.
Today, strong federal health insurance policies are key to making access to health care for all Cherokees stronger.
Cuts in funding, federal staff reductions, and department disorganization — along with the U.S. government shutdown -– all took a toll on the work done by tribal museums this year.
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian is hosting the Native Art Market in Washington, D.C.
The House Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries holds a hearing on Sea Lion Predation in the Pacific Northwest.
The unpredictable nature of federal funding and other factors — including the Donald Trump administration — has tribal colleges scrambling.
Elise Aachix̂ Qağaduug Beers and Elias Gold are bringing Native stories to light as a new initiative seeks to elevate representation in film and television.
Despite promises to address the disproportionate number of Native people who are murdered or go missing, advocates are facing new setbacks.
How will Artificial Intelligence (AI) affect Native peoples, languages and culture?
Extend your education, attend a year-end tax webinar and find an employment opportunity.
Elders, low-income workers, veterans and those with disabilities are among your family, friends and neighbors who depend on rural transit.
Political newcomer Sierra Yazzie Asamoa-Tutu will soon be the first Navajo city council member in Gallup, New Mexico. Other Native candidates are finding success at the local level.
The National Congress of American Indians is winding down its 82nd annual convention following a busy election for leadership.
Election season kicked into high gear at the National Congress of American Indians, with a last-minute addition shaking up the field.
With fewer Native people turning out to the polls, tribal advocates are looking for ways to re-energize the vote in Indian Country.
As 200 nations meet on the edge of the Amazon rainforest to hammer out cooperative goals on climate change, Indigenous peoples are making their presence known.
The nation’s oldest and largest inter-tribal organization opened its annual convention with a competing set of messages about the challenges facing Indian Country.
Access to land for hunting, fishing and gathering are foundational provisions in many treaties between tribes and the U.S. government.
A surprise provision in the bill to end the federal government shutdown has thrown Native hemp producers into chaos.
A new exhibition honors Tewa people and their art, culture and landscapes in an area once claimed by the painter Georgia O’Keeffe.
A relentless offensive against minority student recruiting and retention threatens more than Native participation in school.
The message at a rally at the Arizona State Capitol was loud and clear: “Stop Firing Vets.”
“I’m not a career politician, I’m a builder,” said Rodney Rave in launching his campaign to represent Wisconsin’s 3rd District in the U.S. Congress.
“We are pleased to see members of Congress appear ready to set aside their differences and continue their work to serve all Americans,” said Principal Chief Gary Batton.
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