1. Native American Families
Some Facts to Know

2. Demographics Native American / First Nation vs. Indian
36% of Native Americans live on a total of 314 reservations

3. Where Native Americans Live in the U.S.

4. 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.

5. 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

6. 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