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Publication Date: 2002
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Indian Culture Strives To Survive: Youth Workers Tie History, Language to Life Lessons for Urban Kids.
Kelly, John
Youth Today, v11 n7 p20-22 Sep 2002
Urban American Indians lack access to tribal services and traditional cultures. Youth programs for urban American Indians in Rapid City, South Dakota; Phoenix, Arizona; Minneapolis, Minnesota; and Lincoln, Nebraska are described. Substance abuse, dropping out, physical fitness, health, and self-esteem issues are addressed through Native language, cultural education, reconnecting with elders, Native art, outdoor activities, and sports programs. (TD)
Descriptors: Adolescents, American Indian Culture, Athletics, Cultural Education, Cultural Maintenance, Health Education, High Risk Students, Physical Fitness, Preadolescents, Prevention, Program Descriptions, Self Esteem, Substance Abuse, Urban American Indians, Youth Programs
Youth Today, 1200 17th St., N.W., Washington, DC 20036-3006; Tel: 800-599-2455 (annual subscription; $18.50).
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Language: English
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