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We R Native is a comprehensive health resource for Native youth, by Native youth. They promote holistic wellness through a variety of content and stories about topics including: Traditions & History, Native Identity & Pride, The Environment, Physical Health, Mental Health, Social Health & Relationships, and How To Make An Impact.
For more information and to access their resources visit their website here. You can find their social media resources here: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
My Culture highlights Traditions, Identity and Native Pride, and My Environment.
Ask Auntie a question, or view the comprehensive list of previous Ask Auntie Questions and Answers.
My Life highlights My Body, My Mind, and Life Hacks.
Native It's Your Game
Native It's Your Game
Learn the facts and resources available regarding a variety of relevant topics: Suicide, STDs, Menstruation, LGBTQ2S, Abuse & Rape, Drugs & Alcohol, Pregnancy Tests, Birth Control, Body Art, and Testing for HIV and other STDs.
Nebraska Resources
COMMUNITY, LEGAL, & SOCIAL
COMMUNITY, LEGAL, & SOCIAL
Legal Aid of Nebraska's Native American Program is able to provide trainings and educational presentations to different communities, agencies, and organizations. Subjects can include: Legal Rights/Topics, Dynamics, Overview, and Resources for violence against Native Americans, how to work with Native American groups, historical context and trauma, etc.
For more information and to access their resources visit their website here. You can find their social media resources here: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
The Nebraska Indian Child Welfare Coalition exists to protect the rights and cultural connections of Native children and youth in Nebraska.
The City of Omaha offers several services including housing and support services for survivors of domestic violence, economic development, financial education, homebuyer education, and job training programs including the Step Up program for young adults ages 14-21.
The Common Fund of the Heartland serves low income Nebraska families through services and assistance designed to prevent homelessness, promote stability, and provide access to utilities.
The DHHS through Health Disparities and Health Equity offers a variety of trainings, presentations, and resources. This includes Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS), Coordinated Approach to Child Health (CATCH) addressing childhood obesity, and population and health disparity presentations.
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska offers programs and services spanning a wide variety of areas including health services, social services, domestic violence, education, and more.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
MCC offers a wide variety of resources to individuals pursuing a college degree including an SSS/TRIO program, the Community College GAP Assistance Program, and Adult Education/GED.
OPS High School students are eligible to participate in UNMC's YES! Youth Enjoy Science. This program includes health profession shadowing, college preparation, and week-long summer program experiences. More info below.
Visit the Nebraska Department of Education to learn about the wide variety of Scholarship Opportunities available.
The NICE program has services available to all students in the Omaha Public School system. Services including College Preparation, Student Advocacy & Liaisons, Cultural Presentations, School Supplies, Field Trips, Mentoring, and Tutoring. To enroll students must fill out OPS 506 Form.
For more information visit here or contact echohawk.lefthand@ops.org.
Creighton University offers support through a variety of programs and scholarship opportunities including Recognizing and Affirming Indigenous Student Experiences (RAISE), the Native American Merit Scholarship, and the Markoe First Generation Scholarship.
The American Indian Education Program provides support for all LPS American Indian students to help them achieve academic success and graduate prepared for college or career. They post a quarterly newsletter on their website and offer opportunities such as job shadowing, after school clubs, conferences and symposia, and more.
NurseJournal offers information and resources to help individuals on their healthcare education journey including a comprehensive list of Financial Aid for Minority Students.
HEALTHCARE
HEALTHCARE
Society of Care gives Native youth a voice, connects them to services, provides wellness education, instills cultural pride, and empowers them to build resilience.
NUIHC's mission is to elevate the health status of Urban Indians and other underserved populations. They engage Native wellness with community events and other health services across the Omaha metro area.
Nebraska Total Care was established to quality healthcare in Nebraska using local, regional, and community-based resources.
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