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• Indian Child Welfare Act

  The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a federal law that creates strict standards for state courts to follow in Indian child custody proceedings. The ICWA declares "the policy of this Nation is to protect the best interests of Indian children and to promote the stability and security of Indian tribes and families." #9201EN Read More

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• Minor Guardianship of Native American Children

  When someone who isn't a parent wants to get legal custody or guardianship of Indian children, special laws and procedures apply. #4416EN Read More

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• Native American Unit

  Information about NJP's Native American Unit and the services it provides. Read More

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• Violence against Women Act Reauthorization of 2013: New Protections for Native American Survivors of Domestic Violence

  3702EN - Congress enacted the Violence against Women Act (“VAWA”) in 1994 in response to the severity of violence against women and the need for a national strategic response. VAWA sought to improve criminal justice and community-based responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking in the United States. VAWA strengthened provisions to protect victims of domestic violence, hold offenders accountable and created programs to provide services for the victims. Read More

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