Issues in Urban Indian Country

Catalog description

Provides an in-depth exploration of the historical, social, economic and political dynamics that shaped Indigenous migrations to urban areas, where over 50% of Native people now reside. Examines the factors behind these migrations, the challenges faced by urban Native populations and the strategies they use to survive and thrive. Explores how Native people came to live in cities, how they maintain cultural connections with one another and their tribal communities and how they navigate urban life while asserting sovereignty. Also investigates the social, political and economic structures created by urban American Indian communities, including cultural preservation, community organizations and political advocacy. Through case studies, scholarly research and firsthand narratives, students gain insight into the resilience of urban Indigenous peoples and their ongoing contributions to broader societal change.