Legal and Ethical Issues

It is crucial for educators and professionals working with Native American students to understand the legal and ethical issues unique to Indigenous identity and history as they are entitled to specific rights, resources, ethical practice, and legal advocacy. This section covers many legalities and ethical considerations, offers meaningful context for each, and gives recommendations for how to incorporate them into one's practice. These include the Johnson O' Malley Program, Title VII, tribal sovereignty, the Indian Child Welfare Act, Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and specific ethical guidelines for research.