Name any issue or cause and there is an organization that raises support for or awareness of it. Especially in the USA there is a huge variety of these groups for anything from minority rights to a certain celebrity's wardrobe. Often the members of a group will come from a similar background as well, such as being Jewish or of Irish ancestry. There is also a huge array of Native American organizations active in America.
About 1.7 percent of the people in the USA are Native American. Most often they're of American Indian descent. However, tribes indigenous to Alaska and Hawaii are part of this grouping too. Most of the Red Nations people don't live on reservations but try to live their lives in the cities of America. However, because of who they are the face many problems.
One of the main problems American Indians have to deal with is the stereotypes that exist about them. Many of these stereotypes are the result of how they've been portrayed by Hollywood. The most common archetypes are those of the wise and noble yet still uncivilized tribesman, the bloodthirsty warrior, the alcoholic and the sidekick who is often used for comic effect. In reality people of indigenous descent are much more varied and complex, just like people from other ethnic backgrounds. Several groups make it their mission to prevent the perpetuation of unfair stereotypes.
Another focus for many groups is the fight against discrimination. They fight for indigenous rights and political representation. Some groups also concentrate on promoting their tribal culture and traditions.
A great way for people of indigenous descent to challenge stereotypes and to educate others about their culture is through their daily work. Musicians, artists, journalists, lawyers and even rodeo cowboys are some of the groups that have their own professional organizations. Some help develop new talent while others, such as war veterans' associations, help those who have already paid their dues to society.
Groups such as professional or veterans' associations are one way of helping to combat socio-economic problems such as substance abuse, crime and violence that go together with poverty. However, there are also groups that focus specifically on these issues. Health is another issue that needs addressing and some of the health problems rife among indigenous populations are completely preventable. Groups like the Indian Health Service try to deal with these.
The environment is of concern to everyone, including the Red Nations. An organization like the Indigenous Environmental Network addresses environmental issues that affect everyone. Especially on tribal lands you'll also find grassroots activists who work with a cause particular to that community, such as plans for mining, drilling or developing their land and how these plans will impact on the land.
Finding a group that shares your interests and passions is not difficult. There are many Native American organizations to choose from. To find them, simply search online or consult publications aimed at indigenous groups. The Native Peoples Magazine, for instance, is available nationwide.
About 1.7 percent of the people in the USA are Native American. Most often they're of American Indian descent. However, tribes indigenous to Alaska and Hawaii are part of this grouping too. Most of the Red Nations people don't live on reservations but try to live their lives in the cities of America. However, because of who they are the face many problems.
One of the main problems American Indians have to deal with is the stereotypes that exist about them. Many of these stereotypes are the result of how they've been portrayed by Hollywood. The most common archetypes are those of the wise and noble yet still uncivilized tribesman, the bloodthirsty warrior, the alcoholic and the sidekick who is often used for comic effect. In reality people of indigenous descent are much more varied and complex, just like people from other ethnic backgrounds. Several groups make it their mission to prevent the perpetuation of unfair stereotypes.
Another focus for many groups is the fight against discrimination. They fight for indigenous rights and political representation. Some groups also concentrate on promoting their tribal culture and traditions.
A great way for people of indigenous descent to challenge stereotypes and to educate others about their culture is through their daily work. Musicians, artists, journalists, lawyers and even rodeo cowboys are some of the groups that have their own professional organizations. Some help develop new talent while others, such as war veterans' associations, help those who have already paid their dues to society.
Groups such as professional or veterans' associations are one way of helping to combat socio-economic problems such as substance abuse, crime and violence that go together with poverty. However, there are also groups that focus specifically on these issues. Health is another issue that needs addressing and some of the health problems rife among indigenous populations are completely preventable. Groups like the Indian Health Service try to deal with these.
The environment is of concern to everyone, including the Red Nations. An organization like the Indigenous Environmental Network addresses environmental issues that affect everyone. Especially on tribal lands you'll also find grassroots activists who work with a cause particular to that community, such as plans for mining, drilling or developing their land and how these plans will impact on the land.
Finding a group that shares your interests and passions is not difficult. There are many Native American organizations to choose from. To find them, simply search online or consult publications aimed at indigenous groups. The Native Peoples Magazine, for instance, is available nationwide.
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