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.

Because of a lot of differences of this individual, he can be a target of discrimination. His case is common in areas where only a few people like him are residing, such as New York, NY where the populace is below one percent only. Since this is the case, others have formed native American organizations NYC to help him out.

These organizations typically conduct trainings and seminars to those who do not belong to any of their tribes. These seminars are geared towards raising the awareness of the cultures that they have and why they dress and talk like they do. The persons who attended these seminars will be able to understand the manner that the indigenous conduct themselves and will surely minimize, and even eliminate racial discrimination.

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.

They usually also provide financial assistance to their kinsmen who are in dire need of something. The individual or a member of his family may be sick and needs medical attention. His house may be burned down by the fire and that he needs financial assistance to be able to build it back up. He may also be needing capital to be able to start a business that could also help their community.

Large numbers of children from these tribes typically do not have sufficient funds to be able to study in school. These kids usually are eager to learn a lot of things. They believe that the knowledge they will have can aid them in boosting their lives and that of their families.

There are also some of them who offer health care to the elderly populace. Aside from that, there are also other groups who will be able to offer jobs to certain individuals. There are also those who advise their members of possible agencies where they can avail of a number of services which are exclusively provided to them.

These individuals, like any other, are also entitled to certain privileges under the law. The association will make sure that the members get their privileges. They also make sure that their rights are upheld such as their sovereignty.

There are also a number of these organizations who help with legal matters. There are certain cases where a member of the community may be in conflict with a corporation or an agency of the government with regards to the use of their lands or natural resources. They usually are composed of intellectual indigenous experts who are knowledgeable in this field.




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