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INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES – Welcome to Indigenous Communities. Here, we delve deep into the essence of Indigenous communities—their territories, nations, and confederacies—each carrying the weight of history, the spirit of resilience, and the hope for a future reclaimed. Our journey through explaining Native communities unfolds the layers of Indigenous identity, shaped by the lands stewarded by Indigenous people for millennia. The shadows of forced removal and assimilation, legacies of policies like the Indian Act of Canada, the Indian Removal Act, and the devastating impacts of residential schools still mark our communities today. These acts sought to sever our connections to our land, cultures, and ways of life, embedding challenges that persist into the present. Despite the adversity, our communities stand as beacons of strength and endurance, embodying Indigenous peoples’ resilience and unyielding spirit. Efforts like the Land Back Movement epitomize Indigenous peoples’ desire to reclaim physical territories and ensure our cultures, languages, and traditional practices live on for all future generations in our communities. It is a testament to the belief that healing from the injustices of the past involves more than financial reparations; it demands the restoration of our rights to live as sovereign peoples, connected to our lands and…
TERRITORIES
TERRITORIES – Generally, Territories refers to specific geographic areas historically used or occupied by Indigenous tribes, which may or may not align with contemporary governmental boundaries. These have occurred through a multitude of factors, including war, colonization, treaties, government policies, and general conflict. These territories are central to a people’s identity, culture, and practices. Tribal territories Territories are much more than just pieces of land. They are at the core of what makes each Indigenous community unique, including their culture, history, and way of life. These areas are home to their languages, important traditions, and stories that have been shared for generations. They are also important for nature, as these territories help care for many plants and animals. Territories are not definitive in their presentation by the designations created under the views of Federal (United States or Canada), individual States (U.S.), or Provincial (Canadian) governments. It is important to remember that these definitions and delineations of territories were generated by concepts foreign to the ways of life that guided Indigenous people throughout their understanding of the land that is Mother Earth. Recognizing the value of territories means seeing how important they are not just in the past but also in…
NATIONS
NATIONS – This signifies larger groups often united by common languages, cultural practices, and histories. In Indigenous contexts, a nation might encompass several tribes with shared cultural heritage or historical ties, managing its internal affairs and maintaining relationships with other nations and entities. Within these nations, every aspect of life—from spiritual beliefs to societal norms—is instilled with the wisdom of those who came before. These communities value their ancestral lands as sources of sustenance and sacred sites and as integral to their identity and sovereignty. ” Relationships with other nations and entities are navigated with a profound sense of responsibility and diplomacy. Indigenous nations aim to preserve peace, protect their territories, and uphold the rights and customs that define their way of life. This approach to living and governing underscores the resilience of Indigenous nations in the face of challenges, ensuring their culture, language, and heritage continue to thrive for future generations. It is important to remember that there are also instances of multiple bands or Nations of Indigenous territories that are each unique in their composition yet are still bonded to one another by the connections shared by languages, cultures, and many other factors. The Mohawk Nation embodies the…
CONFEDERACIES
CONFEDERACIES – Alliances formed between multiple Indigenous nations or tribes are foundational elements of Indigenous governance, woven into the fabric of their societal structures for centuries. These alliances, often established for reasons spanning mutual defense against external threats, political cooperation, and economic collaboration, serve not only as mechanisms for survival but as a demonstration of the deeply bonded nature of many Indigenous communities. A prime example of such alliances’ significance, and the most well-known, is the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, a model union of the Mohawk, Onondaga, Seneca, Cayuga, Oneida, and later the Tuscarora nations. United under the guiding principles of the Kaienerakowa, or The Great Law of Peace, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy is an ideal example of collective governance and mutual respect. The Great Law of Peace lays the groundwork for a society where peace prevails over conflict, equity over inequality, and collective decision-making through the consensus of the people over the rule of the few. This way of life bolsters the Haudenosaunee’s strength and unity, showcasing Indigenous governance systems’ profound wisdom and forward-thinking. Prioritizing community welfare and the natural world demonstrates a governance model far more effective in fostering unity and well-being than the individualistic approaches found in Western models. Many…
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Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)
Website
Phone:
508-645-9265
Upper Mattaponi Tribe
Website
Phone:
804-769-0041
Tuscarora Nation of New York
Phone:
716-601-4737
Tonawanda Band of Seneca Indians of NY
Phone:
716-542-4244
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe
Website
Phone:
518-358-2272
Ramapough Lunaape Nation
Website
Phone:
201-529-1171
Powhatan Renape Nation
Website
Phone:
877-287-7550
Rappahannock
Website
Phone:
804-769-0260
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan
Website
Phone:
989-775-4000
Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians of Michigan
Website
Phone:
906-635-6050
Seneca Nation of New York – Allegany
Website
Phone:
716-945-1790
Seneca Nation of New York – Cattaraugus
Website
Phone:
716-532-4900
Shinnecock Indian Nation
Website
Phone:
631-283-6143
Schaghticoke Tribal Nation
Website
Phone:
860-535-1277
Piscataway Indian Nation
Website
Phone:
703-310-7775
Onondaga Nation of New York
Website
Phone:
315-492-1922
Pamunkey Indian Reservation
Website
Phone:
804-339-1629
Patawomeck
Website
Phone:
540-834-9620
Paucatuck Eastern Pequot Tribe
Website
Penosbscot Reservation
Website
Phone:
207-827-7776
Piscataway Conoy Tribe
Website
Phone:
301-372-1932
Pleasant Point Reservation
Website
Phone:
207-796-2301
Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians
Website
Phone:
800-517-0777
Poospatuck Reservation
Website
Phone:
631-281-6464
Nottoway of Virginia
Website
Oneida Nation of New York
Website
Phone:
315-829-8900
Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk Abenaki Nation
Website
Phone:
802-985-2465
Nipmuc Nation
Website
Phone:
774-317-9138
Narragansett Indian Tribe
Website
Phone:
401-364-1100
Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation
Website
Phone:
856-455-6910
Nanticoke Indian Association, Inc.
Website
Phone:
302-945-3400
Nansemond
Website
Monacan Nation
Website
Phone:
434-946-0389
Mohegan Indian Tribe
Website
Phone:
860-862-6100
Lac Vieux Band of Ottawa Indians
Website
Phone:
906-358-4577
Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians of Maine
Website
Phone:
207-532-4273
Huron Potawatomi, Inc
Website
Phone:
269-729-5151
Indian Township Passamaquoddy Reservation
Website
Phone:
207-769-2301
Keweenah Bay Indian Community
Website
Phone:
906-353-6623
Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware
Website
Phone:
302-730-4601
Mashantucket Pequot Tribe
Website
Phone:
860-396-6100
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
Website
Phone:
508-477-0208
Match-e-be-nash-she-wish Band Gun Lake
Website
Phone:
269-397-1780
Mississquoi Abenaki Tribe
Website
Phone:
802-868-6255
Hannahville Indian Community
Website
Phone:
906-466-2932
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
Website
Phone:
866-534-7750
Elnu Abenaki Tribe
Website
Eastern Pequot Reservation
Website
Phone:
860-535-1868
Eastern Chickahominy Tribe
Website
Phone:
804-966-7815
Chickahominy Tribe
Website
Phone:
804-829-5548
Cheroenhaka (Nottoway)
Website
Phone:
757-562-7760
Cayuga Nation of New York
Website
Phone:
315-568-0750
Aroostook Band of Micmac
Website
Phone:
207-764-1972
Bay Mills Indian Community of the Sault Ste. Marie Band of Chippewa Indians
Website
Phone:
906-248-8100
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