NA Activism Flashcards
What was formed in 1961 as a respose to the policy of termination?
The National Indian Youth Council
What did the National Indian Youth Council do?
Took on law cases to protect treaties and religious freedom.
What was established in 1944 which brought together a number of tribes?
The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI)
What did the NCAI achieve from putting pressure on the government?
The Indian Claims Commission was established.
What did the Indian Claims Commission do?
In theory to regain lost land for the Native Americans.
What was the reality of the Indian Claims Commission?
It was slow and usually offerred compensation rather than returned land.
What was the nature of the Red Power Movement?
Inspired by Black Power- militant approach with pride in race and culture.
What was formed as a result of the Red Power Movement?
American Indian Movement (1968)
What did Red Power and AIM do?
Exerted pressure on the government and encouraged presidents to pass legislation.
Who was the key NA activist who led a group pof NA’s in the occupation of Alcatraz?
Richard Oakes- A mohawk who supported NA rights.
Who helped to found the American Indian Defense Association who was appointed Commissioner of Indian Affairs?
John Colllier- 1934 Reorganisation Act which allowed cultural pluralism
