Native American Rights Fund

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Official Information

Full Name:	Native American Rights Fund
EIN:	84-0611876
Tax Status:	501(c)(3)
Website:	http://www.narf.org
Address:	1506 Broadway Boulder, CO 80302

About this Nonprofit

Mission:	The Native American Rights Fund's objectives include: * Preservation of tribal existence * Protection of tribal natural resources * Promotion of Native American human rights * Accountability of governments to Native Americans * Promoting the development of Indian law and educating the public about Indian rights, laws and issues.
Description:	THE PRESERVATION OF TRIBAL EXISTENCE: NARF's activity emphasizes enabling Tribes to continue to live according to their Native traditions; to enforce their treaty rights; to insure their independence on reservations; and to protect their sovereignty. THE PROTECTION OF TRIBAL NATURAL RESOURCES: The land base and natural resources of Indian nations continue to be critical factors in the preservation of Indian sovereignty. There are approximately 56 million acres of Indian-controlled land in the continental United States, which constitutes only 2.3 percent of their former territory. The federal government has, in many instances, failed to fulfill its trust duty to protect Indian tribes and their property rights. NARF concentrates much of its legal representation on cases that will ensure a sufficient natural resource base for tribes. THE PROMOTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS: NARF seeks to enforce and strengthen laws, which are designed for the unique need and problems of Native Americans in this area by providing assistance in several matters involving religious freedom and education. THE ACCOUNTABILITY OF GOVERNMENTS: NARF works to hold all levels of government accountable for the proper enforcement of the many laws and regulations, which govern the lives of Indian people. THE DEVELOPMENT OF INDIAN LAW: The systematic development of Indian Law is essential for the continued protection of Indian rights. This process involves distributing Indian law materials to and educating and communicating with groups and individuals working on behalf of Indian people and the public.

Mission:

The Native American Rights Fund's objectives include: * Preservation of tribal existence * Protection of tribal natural resources * Promotion of Native American human rights * Accountability of governments to Native Americans * Promoting the development of Indian law and educating the public about Indian rights, laws and issues.

Description:

THE PRESERVATION OF TRIBAL EXISTENCE: NARF's activity emphasizes enabling Tribes to continue to live according to their Native traditions; to enforce their treaty rights; to insure their independence on reservations; and to protect their sovereignty.

THE PROTECTION OF TRIBAL NATURAL RESOURCES: The land base and natural resources of Indian nations continue to be critical factors in the preservation of Indian sovereignty. There are approximately 56 million acres of Indian-controlled land in the continental United States, which constitutes only 2.3 percent of their former territory. The federal government has, in many instances, failed to fulfill its trust duty to protect Indian tribes and their property rights. NARF concentrates much of its legal representation on cases that will ensure a sufficient natural resource base for tribes.

THE PROMOTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS: NARF seeks to enforce and strengthen laws, which are designed for the unique need and problems of Native Americans in this area by providing assistance in several matters involving religious freedom and education.

THE ACCOUNTABILITY OF GOVERNMENTS: NARF works to hold all levels of government accountable for the proper enforcement of the many laws and regulations, which govern the lives of Indian people.

THE DEVELOPMENT OF INDIAN LAW: The systematic development of Indian Law is essential for the continued protection of Indian rights. This process involves distributing Indian law materials to and educating and communicating with groups and individuals working on behalf of Indian people and the public.

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