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In 2017, several ANA grantees collaborated with our Training and Technical Assistance providers to tell the story of their Esther Martinez Initiative projects. These videos show the impact the Native language programs have had on participants and the larger community.
This edition of the ANA Messenger highlights projects focused on language and culture. It is very important to preserve and maintain languages throughout the Tribal community. Language connects people to their ancestors, spirituality, and culture and provides a better sense of who they are.
The purpose of this toolkit is to raise awareness and prevent trafficking of Native youth by educating them on what human trafficking is, available resources, safety tips, and ways to get involved in their communities.
The project planning and development training manual is designed to provide ANA applicants with skills to plan successful community development projects.
Report to Congress on the Social and Economic Conditions of Native Americans: Fiscal Year 2014. This report contains summaries of Native American well-being indicators that describe the social and economic conditions of Native Americans as of FY 2014, documentation of HHS’ responses to address such social and economic conditions, and strategies and approaches that point the way forward toward progress in Native American well-being. The report reflects the significant impact of HHS financial assistance, training, technical assistance, outreach, and other support to Indian tribes, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders located in Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands