North American Indian Association of Detroit

Our sister organization share some important information ❤️

“The Oceti Sakowin people are coming together to claim the land that is rightfully and legally owed to us. We are here to say, loud and clear, that the Black Hills are not for sale. We love our land, and will continue defending it – from Pe’ Sla to Craven Canyon and beyond.” - Madonna Thunder Hawk, Cheyenne River Sioux elder.

All nine South Dakota Tribes have voted to move forward on developing legislation to return federal lands in the Black Hills to the Great Sioux Nation.

Indigenous organizations, elders, grassroots leaders, and community members have been organizing around proposed legislation since 2020, helping Tribal leaders prioritize this proposal as a critical way to protect drinking water for the region, preserve sacred sites, revitalize culture and land, strengthen sovereignty, bolster community wellbeing, and support jobs and economic development.

Right now, there are 8,800 active mining claims in South Dakota – about 17 percent of the entire Black Hills. This legal strategy would protect the Black Hills from all extractive activities and preserve clean drinking water for all peoples and Mother Earth.

“Crazy Horse set the bar on how to move as Indigenous people, and how important it is to defend the Black Hills,” said Joseph Brings Plenty Sr., District 5 Council Representative for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. “Together, we are strong – we need to be stronger than ever because we are fighting for an existence on our very own land.”

The fight for the Black Hills to be returned to its rightful stewards is not only a material one, but also a spiritual one. Stay tuned for more updates!

ℹ️ Read our full Press Release: https://ndnco.cc/returnfederallands

As Tribal Nations work to protect increasingly threatened water resources, questions of jurisdiction are becoming more urgent.

Our latest Headwaters Report article, examines a case involving the White Earth Band of Chippewa Indians and how court actions could affect Tribal future water regulation.

STARTS TODAY!!!

🌞 HEAT ADVISORY TODAY 🌞

A Heat Advisory has been issued for Southeast Michigan today. Please take extra precautions if you will be outdoors.

💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
🌳 Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
☀️ Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
🚗 Never leave children, elders, or pets in a parked vehicle.

Please take a moment to check on family members, neighbors, and especially our elders to make sure they have access to water, air conditioning, and anything else they may need to stay safe and comfortable.

As a community, let's continue to look out for one another and help keep everyone safe during this period of extreme heat.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and be safe.

⏳ Only 4 days to go!

Just a friendly reminder that the opening celebration of the Dr. Sullivan and Mrs. Richie Jean Sherrod Jackson Home at Greenfield Village takes place June 12–14.

Be sure to check out the event details and make your plans if you haven't already!