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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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Yurok Indian Reservation
Website
Phone:
707-482-1350
Zia Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-867-3304
Zuni Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-782-7000
Wide Ruins Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-652-3223
Winnemucca Indian Colony
Phone:
775-623-0888
Woodfords Community Council
Website
Phone:
775-265-4191
Yavapai-Prescott Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-445-8790
Yerington Indian Colony
Website
Phone:
775-463-3301
Yomba Reservation
Website
Phone:
775-964-2463
Upper Lake Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-275-0737
Ute Mountain Ute Tribe
Website
Phone:
970-565-8473
Viejas Reservation
Website
Phone:
619-445-3810
Walker River Reservation
Website
Phone:
775-773-2306
Washakie Reservation
Website
Phone:
307-332-6120
Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California
Website
Phone:
775-265-4191
Wells Indian Colony
Website
Phone:
775-752-3045
White Cone Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-654-3900
White Rock Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-786-2444
Whitehorse Lake Reservation
Website
Tselani Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-725-3765
Tuba City Reservation (To’Nanees’Dizi Nation)
Website
Phone:
928-283-3284
Tule River Reservation
Website
Phone:
559-781-4271
Tuolumne Me-Wuk Rancheria
Website
Phone:
209-928-3475
Twentynine Palms Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
760-863-2444
Twin Lakes (Bahastl’ah) Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-735-2600
Two Grey Hills Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-789-3100
Uintah & Ouray Reservation
Website
Phone:
435-722-5141
United Lumbee Nation of NC & America
Website
Phone:
916-336-6701
Upper Fruitland Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-960-5032
Tesuque Pueblo
Website
Phone:
(505) 983-2667
Thoreau Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-905-0139
Tohatchi Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-733-2845
Tolani Lake Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-686-3285
Torrean & Star Lake Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-731-2336
Torres-Martinez Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
760-397-0300
Trinidad Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-677-0211
Ts’ah bii Kin Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-614-7004
Tsaile-Wheatfields Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-724-2220
Tsayatoh Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-905-2649
Taos Pueblo
Website
Phone:
575-758-1028
Teecnospos Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-656-3662
Teesto Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-657-8042
Sulphur Bank Rancheria / Elem Indian Colony
Website
Phone:
707-994-3400
Summit Lake Reservation
Website
Phone:
775-827-9670
Susanville Rancheria
Website
Phone:
530-257-6264
Sweetwater (Tolikan) Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-429-0977
Sycuan Reservation
Website
Phone:
619-445-2613
Table Bluff Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-733-5055
Table Mountain Rancheria
Phone:
559-822-2587
Soboba Band of Pomo Indians
Website
Phone:
951-654-5544
South Fork – Te Moak Reservation
Website
Phone:
775-744-4273
Souther Ute Indian Tribe
Website
Phone:
303-563-0100
St. Michaels Reservation
Phone:
928-871-7842
Standing Rock (Tse’ii’ahi’) Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-786-2247
Steamboat Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-736-2631
Stewart Community
Website
Phone:
702-883-7767
Stewarts Point Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-591-0580
Smith Lake Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-786-2141
Smith River Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-487-9255
Santo Domingo Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-465-2214
Sawmill Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-729-4433
Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians
Website
Phone:
925-363-4778
Sells Reservation
Website
Phone:
520-383-2028
Sheep Springs Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-732-5408
Sherwood Valley Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-459-9690
Shingle Springs Rancheria
Website
Phone:
530-698-1400
Shiprock Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-368-1081
Shonto Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-672-2910
Skull Valley Indian Community
Website
Phone:
801-722-2406
Santa Ynez Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
805-688-7997
Santa Ysabel Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
760-765-0845
San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
760-749-3200
San Xavier Reservation
Website
Phone:
520-573-4000
Sandia Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-867-3317
Sanotsee (Tse anaozt’ii) Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-723-2702
Santa Ana Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-867-3301
Santa Clara Pueblo
Phone:
505-753-7330
Santa Rosa Rancheria
Website
Phone:
(559) 924-1278
Santa Rosa Reservation
Website
Phone:
951-659-2700
San Ildefonso Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-455-2273
San Juan Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-852-4400
San Juan Southern Paiute Council
Website
Phone:
928-640-6979
San Manual Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
909-864-8933
Round Valley Reservation
Website
Phone:
707-983-6126
Ruby Valley (Te-moak) Reservation
Website
Phone:
775-738-9251
Rumsey Rancheria
Website
Phone:
530-796-3400
Salt River Reservation
Website
Phone:
480-362-7400
San Carlos Apache Reservation
Website
Phone:
602-475-2361
San Felipe Pueblo
Website
Phone:
505-867-3381
Redding Rancheria
Website
Phone:
530-225-8979
Redwood Valley Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-485-0361
Reno-Sparks Indian Colony
Website
Phone:
775-329-2936
Rincon Band of Mission Indians
Website
Phone:
760-749-1092
Robinson Rancheria
Website
Phone:
707-275-0527
Rock Point Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-659-4350
Rough Rock Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-728-3361
Round Rock Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-787-2510
Red Mesa Reservation
Website
Phone:
928-656-3655
Red Rock Reservation
Website
Phone:
505-722-8071
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