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​Religious Freedom


For most of United States history, the federal government actively discouraged and even outlawed the exercise of traditional Native religions. The efforts to destroy traditional religion and culture failed because of the determination of Native peoples to continue their traditions, belief systems and ways of life.

Today, official federal policy is “to protect and preserve for American Indians their inherent right…to believe, express and exercise [their] traditional religions…” Yet, in practice, the activities of the federal government (and other government and private entities) can interfere with the exercise of these religions.


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6030 Daybreak Circle
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Clarksville, MD 21029

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​The Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) publicly supported organization. 

The Association is governed by an all-Native Board of Directors and Chief Executive. 

The Association is an accredited charity and meets all 20 standards of the BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU. 
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The Association has achieved the highest rating - PLATINUM - from GuideStar, now known as Candid​

Red Hoop Talk


RED HOOP TALK is a LIVE & STREAMING Native News and Talk show about protecting culture and continuing our decolonization. Hear how our special guests stay #ClosetoCulture! 
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