American Indian Affairs - NC Tribes, DOA Programs & Services
Indian Affairs
DOA Indian Affairs operates various programs to service the needs of NC American Indians, including workforce development; low income energy assistance; SUNS (Supporting Undergraduate Native Students); Section 8 housing; and the domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking program.
Meet the DivisionAnnouncements
- The 2024 Statewide American Indian Heritage Celebration was held November 22-23 at Bicentennial Plaza and the Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Click for photos from the celebration.
- On November 18, Governor Cooper hosted a reception at the Executive Residence to honor tribal representatives and American Indian educators. Click to view photos from the event.
- Click to view the Fall 2024 edition of the Indian Times newsletter.
November is American Indian Heritage Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed November as American Indian Heritage Month in North Carolina. American Indian Heritage Month celebrates Indigenous people, honoring tribal sovereignty, and this year’s theme, “United Tribes - 50 Years of Tribal Unity” underscores the rich history, culture and inherit strength of North Carolina’s recognized tribes and Indian organizations.
The Commission
The NC Commission of Indian Affairs — established to utilize local, State, and federal resources to provide aid and protection for Indians as needs are demonstrated — meets quarterly. The commission is comprised of 28 members, including 21 representatives of the American Indian community.
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May 5 is the Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women
Governor Roy Cooper has declared May 5 as a Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women to show support and raise awareness on the disproportionate rate of American Indian and Alaska Native women who have disappeared or lost their lives due to acts of violence.
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Why 'American Indian?'
It is the policy of the NC Commission of Indian Affairs to use the term American Indian. American Indians are considered the indigenous people of this continent and have been referenced in many long-standing treaties of the U.S. Government. Many state and federal statutes and regulations refer to the indigenous peoples of the United States as American Indians.
Therefore, the Commission has determined that for consistency it is in our best interest to use the term American Indians in our policies, reports, and legislation. This policy was established by the Commission many years ago to avoid any confusion about to whom we are referring when we refer to the indigenous people of the United States.
Contact the Commission of Indian Affairs
Contact Us
Call: 984-236-0160
Fax: 984-236-0185
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Mailing Address
North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs
1317 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1317
Physical Address
Albemarle Building
325 N. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27603