Tuesday 19 August 2014

The Works Of Native American Organizations

By Deanne Shepard


There are certain individuals living within the United States which are considered as different. These certain individuals may belong to different tribes of indigenous people. There are those who dress themselves in a different way which is in accordance to the manner that they are used to. There are also those who speak a different language but could understand a little English.

Since these individuals have these differences, they are typically targeted for racial discrimination. This is common on places where their population is only below one percent, such as in New York, NY. Because of this, native American organizations NYC are formed that will help them out, especially those kids and teens who are victims of racial discrimination.

An organization may conduct seminars and trainings to the individuals who are not members of any clans or tribes in their community. The seminars let these people become aware of their culture which is why they talk and dress in a certain manner. Those who attended the seminars are usually able to gain understanding about their cultures and their histories. With this, racial discrimination will be eliminated, or if not, at least minimized.

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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