Native American Families Some Facts to Know
Demographics Native American / First Nation vs. Indian 36% of Native Americans live on a total of 314 reservations
Where Native Americans Live in the U.S.
Some Challenges Issues with congress over self-determination and self-government Some of this is due to historical issues Indian Removal Act (Trail of Tears) Video Indian Relocation Act Video Education: In 2000, 24.4% of Native Americans 25 and older had a high school diploma, and 14% had a bachelor’s degree.
Values Family practices and structure Family interdependence / collectivism High value placed on elders and children Process living / Here-and-now orientation Cooperation Harmony with nature Respect Self-reliance Non-interference Winona’s Web by Priscilla Cogan
Establishing Trust Act with humility and quiet respect Don’t talk to much Don’t ask too many personal questions Don’t stare Be willing to learn Sense of humor