Analysis and Understanding of Important Topics for Tribal Leaders

50 Years of Self-Determination: The Legacy and Future of the ISDEAA | From the Desk of Eric Metcalf
A Law That Changed Everything Fifty years ago, the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) marked a monumental turning point in federal Indian policy. Prior to its passage in 1975, U.S. policy was dominated by assimilation, relocation, and...

50 Years of Self-Determination: The Legacy and Future of the ISDEAA | From the Desk of Eric Metcalf
A Law That Changed Everything Fifty years ago, the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) marked a monumental turning point in federal Indian policy. Prior to its passage in 1975, U.S. policy was dominated by assimilation, relocation, and...

Native Communities are Rural America From the Desk of Chief Melanie Benjamin
As concerns continue to rise about the future of rural America—its economy, healthcare access, housing availability, and job opportunities, a critical truth remains too often...

Native Communities are Rural America From the Desk of Chief Melanie Benjamin
As concerns continue to rise about the future of rural America—its economy, healthcare access, housing availability, and job opportunities, a critical truth remains too often overlooked: Native American communities are not just a part of rural America. In many places,...

Beyond the Data: Pros and Cons of the Compensation Study and Compensation Survey for Tribal Organizations
From the Desk of Dustin Haverkamp: In an increasingly competitive and complex labor market, Tribal governments and enterprises must ensure their compensation practices are fair, competitive, and aligned with long-term strategic goals. However, determining where your...

Beyond the Data: Pros and Cons of the Compensation Study and Compensation Survey for Tribal Organizations
From the Desk of Dustin Haverkamp: In an increasingly competitive and complex labor market, Tribal governments and enterprises must ensure their compensation practices are fair, competitive, and aligned with long-term strategic goals. However, determining where your...
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Launch of Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund for Tribal Governments
The U.S. Department of Treasury recently announced the Local Assistance...
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