NCIA Indian Affairs

The Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs.
Enhancing the cause of Native American rights and developing solutions to problems common to all Nebraska Indians.

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For photos from the Chief Standing Bear dedication in Statuary Hall please visit:
https://t.co/ap4Cai96Sg

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The story of Chief Standing Bear has long been ingrained in Nebraska’s history, but now it has been woven into the tapestry of our national story as well.

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Chief Standing Bear is all covered up and waiting to make his debut tomorrow afternoon in Statuary Hall!

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Come Join us in the Warner Chamber on September 18th at 2pm for a watch party of the historic dedication of Chief Standing Bear in Statuary Hall!
https://t.co/qEeLjMEsPz

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NCIA sadly notes the passing of commissioner Curtis St. Cyr. St. Cyr passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019. Funeral will be held this Wednesday at 2:00pm at the Blackhawk center in Winnebago.

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NCIA sadly notes the passing of prominent Native American Activist Frank LaMere. LaMere passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019. Information about funeral services are pending and will be posted.

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Legal Aid of Nebraska and our Native American Program asks you to join us at Film Streams May 1 for a free screening and panel discussion about "Highway of Tears." Tickets are free but limited to two per person. Register for tickets before they're gone at https://t.co/0zRqFJNEPA

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Please consider donating to help the Ponca tribe!
https://t.co/4AtvPHWHxO

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Please consider donating to help the Santee Sioux Nation!
https://t.co/G3qRym5t0P

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Great news! LB 154 establishing a study on missing native women and children has passed the final vote in the legislature! Next stop: the governor's desk.

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Don't forget, the Chief Standing Bear scholarship closes March 15th! Students can apply at the LCF website:
https://t.co/jPMJQyCaJl

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@SenSasse with one of our Standing Bear Maquettes in his office in D.C.!

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NCIA Executive Director Judi gaiashkibos was pleased to run into former Winnebago tribal commissioner Louie La Rose at the Winnebago tribe’s Legislative luncheon hosted at the State Bar Association on January 15. LaRose currently serves on the Winnebago tribal council.

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@nlmeier76 Thank you Nathan and everybody for coming and supporting the event

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Visited Prairie Flowers grave near Ruby, NE yesterday. #standingbearstrong

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Welcoming Standing Bear Trail traveler Dave Fikar as he follows the trail. Dave is a great guy. #standingbearstrong

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Met grandfather of Sovereign Native Youth Leadership Academy participant at Feather Hill Express. Happy to hear he loved the camp.

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Come visit the #Ponca Cultural center. Homeland of #StandingBearStrong

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Nice meeting former Ponca Chairman Mark Peniska.

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At #ponca #powwow checking out new earth Lodge