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Welcome to National Indigenous Justice Information Inclusion (NIJII)

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Dr. Wendelin Hume

The members of National Indigenous Justice Information Inclusion (NIJII) are primarily the same team (plus a number of new members) which provided resources and support for many years through the National Indigenous Elder Justice Initiative (NIEJI), that many Tribes are familiar with. The NIEJI project ran from 2011-2022 and was primarily funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL)* with matching funds from the University of North Dakota, School of Medicine and Health Services. NIEJI materials are shared with permission and are grouped and identified in our web pages to be easily distinguished from our new materials and new funders.

The new NIJII team will facilitate the activities of an array of grant and other projects and monitor compliance with grant obligations, while sharing information on this website which will serve as a resource center with trainings and other information for Indigenous Communities, our Tribal Coalition members, and allies. 

 

The members of NIJII believe that information and inclusion are fundamental pillars of a just and equitable society. Access to accurate and pertinent Indigenous information empowers individuals with knowledge, enabling them to make informed decisions, participate in civic life, and pursue personal and community wellness. Inclusion, on the other hand, ensures that all members of society, regardless of their background or identity, have an equal opportunity to access this information. Together, we hope to foster a more equitable, informed, and cohesive world, promoting understanding, empathy, and positive peace for Indigenous people.

Click here to read the Vision and Mission Statements

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We are excited to share the latest edition of the NIJII newsletter. This edition raises awareness about Missing Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).

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*The NIEJI project has been retired, but they have granted NIJII permission to share materials. The new ACL Title VI Elder Justice Grantee
can be found at iasquared.org
You can contact us with any questions at wendelin.hume@nijii.org

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National Immunization Awareness Month


National Immunization Awareness Month raises awareness about the critical role vaccines play in preventing serious, sometimes deadly diseases across all age groups, encouraging people to stay up-to-date on their vaccinations and protecting both individuals and communities by reducing the spread of infectious illnesses. 


Immunizations play a critical role in protecting Native American communities, where vaccine-preventable diseases can have disproportionate impacts due to higher rates of underlying health conditions and limited access to healthcare. According to the CDC, American Indian and Alaska Native populations have experienced significantly higher hospitalization rates from influenza and pneumonia compared to non-Hispanic whites. Additionally, during the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, AI/AN individuals were four times more likely to die from the virus than the general U.S. population. These disparities underscore the importance of robust immunization programs in our communities to prevent serious illness and death.

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Address

NIJII
University of North Dakota
221 Centennial Drive, Mail Stop 8050

Grand Forks, ND 58202

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© 2024 NIJII

This website is partially funded through: The National Center for State and Tribal Elder Justice Coalitions from the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. Grant Number 15POVC-22-GK-01494-NONF.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, opportunity number DHS-23-TTP-132-00-01.

The Federal Communication Commission, Affordable Connectivity Program, opportunity number FCC-ACOGP-23-001. 
Bureau of Justice Assistance The Kevin and Avonte Program, opportunity number O-BJA-2024-172153.

None of the agencies listed nor any of their components operate, control, are responsible for, nor necessarily endorse, this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, policies, services, and/or tools provided).

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