American Indian Resources and Sherman Alexie's Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian: Web Resources

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Learn More:

• National Museum of the American Indian: Part of the Smithsonian Institution, this museum offers comprehensive resources on Native American history and culture.
• American Indian Movement (AIM): AIM is a grassroots organization advocating for Native American rights.
• American Indian Health: A resource providing information on health disparities, policies, and programs related to American Indian populations.
• U.S. Census - American Indian and Alaska Native Population Statistics: Access the latest census data concerning American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
• DoD Environment, Safety & Occupational Health Network and Information Exchange (DENIX): Information related to American Indians in the U.S. military.
• U.S. Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs: The BIA provides services to American Indians and Alaska Natives, including information on tribal governance and resources.
• California Native American Heritage Commission: This commission preserves and protects Native American cultural resources in California.
• Coeur d'Alene Tribe (Official Site): The official website of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe offers information on their history, culture, and governance.
• Native American Heritage Month - Library of Congress: Resources and information about Native American Heritage Month.

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