Category Archives: Humanitarian
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World Water Day: Water Scarcity for Indigenous Peoples
This year, World Water Day focuses on “leaving no one behind” without a reliable water source and water as a basic human right for all.
Graduates Reflect on 4D Strong Native Women Program
The 4 Directions Development program of PWNA incorporates culturally-based tools. “If 4D were to establish [a] university, I would enroll,” …
Women’s History Month: Honoring Native American Women
This Women’s History Month, meet two of the strong Native American women partnering wiith PWNA and bettering the world.
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Stay informed of the news and culture in Native American communities, with our favorite stories from the month of February.
Disaster Preparedness on the Reservation: A True Story
A message to Native American families on the reservation: “Don’t think this can’t happen to you. Find a way to purchase homeowner’s insurance — even if a small amount, it’s better than nothing when all is lost…”
Celebrating Arizona’s Birthday and the Rich Native American History of the Grand Canyon State
Arizona is celebrating its 107th birthday on Feb. 14. Learn more about the “old ones who were here before” Arizona statehood!
The Native American History of Groundhog Day
Discover how Groundhog Day has ties to Native American history, both in the hometown of Punxsutawney Phil and the groundhog in general.
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Read our favorite stories from January… the Indigenous Peoples March in D.C., the Oklahoma museum exhibit honoring Native American veterans, and Bismarck students wearing eagle feathers at their high school graduation.
Emergency Preparedness is Key for Disaster Mitigation and Recovery on the Reservations
Do you live in a reservation community? If so, did you know FEMA is not an individual relief organization or homeowners, or that FEMA does not fit the same way for tribal communities? Find out what you need to know for disaster preparedness on the reservation.