Historically it has failed the American Indian Community. The government schools that the BIA runs have inadequate budgets. Many are unsafe or even condemned, may have environmental problems and are less able to support computer and communications technology. Some tribes are able to support the BIA schools and are taking them over and developing innovative language and culture programs, as well as improving education for their children. But for those tribes who are not able to do this economically, the government continues to greatly under fund the needs.
Health care is also a major concern.
This is more than three times the proportion of under-25 deaths for the total U.S. population. As you might have guessed, IHS is significantly under funded. American Indians are at a higher risk for diabetes, alcoholism and suicide than the general population. Contact your members of Congress and ask them to explain their stands on fulfilling the promise to the seventh generation. Tell them you are concerned and want full funding for the agencies who care for American Indians.