Tag Archives: Native Americans
Participating in the UN’s Global Conversation About Poverty
PWNA was recently invited to participate in the United Nations Association’s (UNA) ‘Coffee Chat’ series to discuss the relationship between poverty, food sovereignty and education.
Global-PPE Donates Critical Personal Protective Equipment for Native Communities
Global PPE is providing PPE, medical supplies, equipment, and technology to underserved communities … and recently donated 10,000 KN95 masks to PWNA.
America Needs Non-Profits Now More Than Ever
COVID-19 has disrupted the nation’s non-profits just when many citizens need them most.
World Water Day: Conserving a Precious Resource
World Water Day (March 22) brings attention to water as a precious resource… At least 2M Americans are living without running water or a working toilet at home…
Recently in Native News
Native American headlines from the month of Feb… how Native communities are addressing climate change, shining a light on maternal mortality, …
The Importance of the 2020 Census for Native Americans
According to the National Congress of American Indians, many Native Americans fall within certain population groups that are considered “hard-to-count,” making them vulnerable to under-representation.
Recently in Native News
Native Americans are already making 2020 headlines in top news outlets across the nation…
PWNA Celebrates Heritage Month and Hosts Reception to Commemorate Partner Wes Studi
Each November, PWNA celebrates National American Indian Heritage Month. We recently celebrated Wes Studi at a special reception and now are hosting new videos and giveaways all month.
Recognizing Indigenous Peoples Day
Accepting that Columbus performed horrible actions toward indigenous people and not the history taught in school has led to a shift that celebrates not Columbus Day but the survivors of his actions.
National Preparedness Month in Indian Country
This National Preparedness Month, it’s reassuring to know we’re implementing a new emergency preparedness model in Indian Country and empowering the tribes to respond locally at a moment’s notice when disaster strikes.