Native Employment & Economic Development Committee

Chair: Delema Dionne

NEED (Native Employment & Economic Development)

Meets in person at AIOIC

Meets the last Wednesday of the month from 2:30-4:00 pm

Committee description: American Indian people inspire and grow their own entrepreneurs and small businesses, creating a vibrant local business district and economy with regional prominence.

Committee goals: 

Foster the creation of American Indian owned businesses, particularly within the American Indian Cultural Corridor. 

Align, support, and expand strong training and apprenticeship programs that prepare American Indians for viable 21st century jobs that fill market niches. 

Advocate to increase foundation and government investment in the urban Indian community, namely in long-term community vitality and sustainability strategies (asset-based vs. needs based).