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A Step Toward Better Housing and Economic Development in Indian Country

Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Donovan announces investments to help rural communities across the country tackle their toughest housing and poverty challenges.
August 24, 2011 at 6:34 PM ET by Shaun Donovan

The American Family of Governments, Working Together to Strengthen America’s Economy

Jefferson Keel, the current President of the National Congress of American Indians and the Lt. Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, shares his experience participating in the White House Rural Economic Forum in Iowa.
August 23, 2011 at 11:43 AM ET by Charlie Galbraith

Native American Business Leaders Share Their Ideas on Economic Growth with Senior Administration Officials

The Domestic Policy Council and National Economic Council met with Native American economic development experts for a White House Native American Business Leaders Roundtable to discuss ways to improve economic conditions and create jobs in tribal communities.
August 8, 2011 at 3:30 PM ET by Kimberly Teehee

Strengthening Our Commitment to Indian Country

Assistant Attorney General Thomas Perrelli shares the work that the Department of Justice has undertaken to implement the Tribal Law and Order Act into law on the one year anniversary of President Obama signing it into law.
July 29, 2011 at 4:01 PM ET by Associate Attorney General Thomas Perrelli

Celebrating the One Year Anniversary of the Tribal Law and Order Act

Kimberly Teehee, Senior Policy Advisor for Native American Affairs, reflects on the one year anniversary of the Tribal Law and Order Act, which improves the ability of Indian tribes to investigate and prosecute crimes impacting tribal communities.
July 27, 2011 at 3:34 PM ET by Kimberly Teehee

Removing Barriers to Successful Agriculture in Indian Country

Ross Racine, Executive Director of Intertribal Agriculture Council, reviews the history of government recognition of Indian American agriculture, and the need to improve Indian access to rural programs.
July 21, 2011 at 5:57 PM ET by Ross Racine

Tribal Members in Rural America

Lance Morgan, member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and President/CEO of Ho-Chunk, Inc., speaks on the efforts for economic development in rural communities and opening job opportunities for tribal members.
July 20, 2011 at 1:41 PM ET by Lance Morgan

Winning The Future for Native American Youth

To further engage Native American youth, the White House recently launched the Native American Youth Challenge to learn about how young people are working to solve problems in their communities. One way this is taking place is through Let’s Move in Indian Country, and this morning the White House was pleased to host a South Lawn Series event for youth to learn about lacrosse from some of the best players in the game.
July 11, 2011 at 1:28 PM ET by

Collaborating with Tribes through the White House Rural Council

While rural communities face challenges, they also present economic potential. The Council will address these challenges, build on the Administration’s rural economic strategy, and improve the implementation of that strategy.
July 1, 2011 at 11:55 AM ET by Kimberly Teehee

A Historic Step Toward True Trust Reform

Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar honors a recent court action giving settlements for potential federal mismanagement of Native American trust funds. The Department of Interior is committed to reconciliation and empowerment for American Indian nations through comprehensive reform of its trust responsibilities.
June 28, 2011 at 11:55 AM ET by Ken Salazar

A New Webpage for the Native American Community

Whitehouse.gov launches a new webpage to help tribal leaders navigate the federal government and learn about how the President's Agenda is helping to win the future for Native Americans.
June 28, 2011 at 11:43 AM ET by Charles Galbraith

Overcoming Life Struggles with Fatherhood in the Tribal Community

Eric Schurz, a father who had his life turned around by a fatherhood program in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, gives a personal narrative of overcoming life's obstacles and the power of self-transformation.
June 20, 2011 at 12:06 PM ET by Eric Schurz

SAIGE 2011 Conference Brings Together Current and Future Group of Public Servants

John Berry, Director of the Office of Personnel Management discusses the Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) 2011 Conference.
June 15, 2011 at 9:51 AM ET by John Berry

Let’s Move! in Indian Country Comes to the White House Kitchen Garden

Guests at the State Diner were dining on vegetables that harvested by American Indian children, as a result of the First Lady's initiative to promote healthy Native American Children.
June 7, 2011 at 4:33 PM ET by Charles Galbraith

First Lady and American Indian Kids Plant White House Kitchen Garden

First Lady Mrs. Obama and American Indian kids participated in the White House kitchen garden "Three Sisters" planting.
June 7, 2011 at 1:00 PM ET by Robin Schepper

Defying the Odds: End the Rise of HIV/AIDS in Native American Communities

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Indians and Alaska Natives are highly impacted by HIV/AIDS despite that less they make up less than 1 percent of those living with HIV. CDC is working with the Indian Health Service on preventive meansures and promotion programs.
March 18, 2011 at 2:31 PM ET by Charlie Galbraith

Working with Tribal Nations to Build a Brighter Future

As part of its ongoing efforts to improve relations with and conditions for Native Americans, the White House is releasing the synopsis of the 2010 White House Tribal Nations Conference. Read it here.
February 25, 2011 at 4:55 PM ET by Kimberly Teehee

Kicking Off the White House Tribal Nations Conference

Secretary Salazar kicks off the White House Tribal Nation's Conference, a gathering that is a testament to President Obama's respect for the inherent sovereignty of Indian nations and determination to honor our commitments to American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
December 16, 2010 at 10:41 AM ET by Ken Salazar

President Obama Signs the Claims Resolution Act of 2010

It was a long time coming, but today the President signed the Claims Resolution Act of 2010.
December 8, 2010 at 6:37 PM ET by Jesse Lee

Fulfilling Our Promise in Indian Country

Secretary Salazar discusses the Congressional approval of five major settlements for Indian country that are nothing short of historic.
November 30, 2010 at 4:41 PM ET by Ken Salazar

President Signs Tribal Law and Order Act

On Thursday, President Obama signed the Tribal Law and Order Act to bolster law enforcement efforts on Native lands.
July 30, 2010 at 6:24 PM ET by Jodi Gillette

The Tribal Law and Order Act of 2010: A Step Forward for Native Women

President Obama today signed the Tribal Law and Order Act -- an important step to help the Federal Government better address the unique public safety challenges that confront tribal communities.
July 29, 2010 at 5:13 PM ET by Lynn Rosenthal

Together We Must Face the Challenge of HIV/AIDS in Native American Communities

March 20th is the fourth annual National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, an opportunity to raise awareness about a disease that disproportionately affects the American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
March 19, 2010 at 5:10 PM ET by Kimberly Teehee

For Native American Women, a Triumph of Justice

Lynn Rosenthal, White House Advisor on Violence Against Women, talks about the recent DOJ announcement that the department is strengthening its commitment to fighting crimes of violence against Native American women.
January 18, 2010 at 10:20 AM ET by Lynn Rosenthal

Tribal Input and Agency Plans to Implement the Executive Order on Tribal Consultation

Jodi Gillette, who works with tribes in the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, gives an update on the implementation of the Presidential Memorandum on Tribal Consultation.
December 14, 2009 at 7:54 PM ET by Jodi Gillette

Clearing Up a Few Myths on Health Insurance Reform and the Indian Health Service

I wanted to record this new video for the "Reality Check" site and write this post to debunk the myth that the Indian Health Service (IHS) is a government health plan gon
August 18, 2009 at 3:37 PM ET by Kimberly Teehee