This July 4, as we celebrate the founding of the United States, let us also pause to reflect on the complex history of this land and its original inhabitants, the Native American tribes. The Bureau of Indian Affairs honors the resilience and heritage of Native peoples, whose enduring spirit enriches the fabric of our nation. Let us commit to fostering understanding, respect, and healing as we continue the path towards a more inclusive and equitable future. Happy Independence Day to all, with gratitude and empathy. #IndependenceDay #NativeAmericanHeritage #Resilience
About us
The Bureau of Indian Affairs’ mission is to enhance the quality of life, to promote economic opportunity, and to carry out the responsibility to protect and improve the trust assets of American Indians, Indian tribes and Alaska Natives. HISTORY OF BIA Since its inception in 1824, the Bureau of Indian Affairs has been both a witness to and a principal player in the relationship between the Federal Government and Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages. The BIA has changed dramatically over the past 185 years, evolving as Federal policies designed to subjugate and assimilate American Indians and Alaska Natives have changed to policies that promote Indian self-determination... read more at http://www.bia.gov/bia.html
- Website
-
http://www.bia.gov/bia
External link for Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1824
- Specialties
- Indian Trust Management, Indian Services, Realty, Probate, Self Governance, Self-Determination, Forestry, Wildfire Management, Range, Wildlife, Fisheries, Geographic Information Systems, Transportation, and Housing
Locations
-
Primary
-
C St
Morton, MS 39117, US
Employees at Bureau of Indian Affairs
Updates
-
With #IndependenceDay around the corner, it's important to prioritize safety during firework celebrations. Follow local regulations, designate a responsible adult to handle fireworks, and ensure a safe distance from spectators. Together, let's celebrate safely and protect our loved ones. #FireworksSafety #CommunitySafety
-
-
We're seeking Realty Specialists to join the Bureau of Indian Affairs across the country! These roles are pivotal in administering realty services for Tribes and individual Indian landowners, including leasing, mortgaging, and rights of way on trust lands. Act now – applications close June 28, 2024. Are you ready to make a difference for Indian Country? Apply here: https://ow.ly/gUFw50SoFRh #BIA #CareerOpportunity
-
-
The Bureau of Indian Affairs is hiring a Regional Climate Resilience Coordinator. This pivotal role involves advocating policy compliance, collaborating with Tribal, Federal, and State agencies, and overseeing Tribal Climate Resilience funding. Apply by July 3, 2024: https://lnkd.in/eE6JyHRU #JobOpening #BIA
-
-
Happy #NationalNaturePhotographyDay! Through the lens of photography, we are able to see the rich cultural heritage of unique Tribal Nations. The Bureau of Indian Affairs celebrates National Photography Day, and the captivating images Tribes use to tell their individual stories.
-
-
Happy World Oceans Day! Today, and every day, the Bureau of Indian Affairs proudly joins hands with tribal organizations to safeguard our oceans for future generations. #WorldOceansDay
-
On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we reflect on the invaluable role Tribes play as stewards of the land. Their deep connection to the earth and traditional ecological knowledge underscores the importance of preserving our natural and cultural resources for future generations. Today we honor their wisdom and the continued work we do to ensure a sustainable future.
-
Today is the 100th anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924. The legislation was signed into law by President Calvin Coolidge on this day in 1924, granting full citizenship to American Indians and Alaska Native Americans. Though the Fifteenth Amendment, passed in 1870, granted all U.S. citizens the right to vote regardless of race, it wasn't until 1924 that American Indians and Alaska Natives could fully enjoy this right. #IndianCitizenshipAct #NativeAmericanRights
-
-
Do you know that BIA uses tribal enrollment data to inform funding allocations to tribes? This critical data is voluntarily provided by tribal government offices to BIA regional offices each year! If you are a member of the tribal government, please work with your teams to submit your 2024 enrollment data so you do not miss out on this important opportunity. #TribalData #Funding
-