In 2020, more than 18% of people on tribal lands lacked access to broadband, compared with about 4% in non-tribal areas.

Several Native advocates have been named to the inaugural class of the Obama Leaders program at the foundation started by the former U.S. president.

The House Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States hosts an oversight hearing titled, “Examining Federal Facilities in Indian Country.”

With the coronavirus disproportionately affecting tribal nations due to health disparities, poor infrastructure and chronic underfunding, young people in Indian Country have stepped up to help others, preserve their culture and start the healing process.