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See clear impact of PWNA... You likely don’t think about how geography affects your daily life, but for the people living on these reservations geography impacts their access to basic amenities, nutritional food, job opportunities, and contributes to a feeling of isolation.

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Apache Wars

In the beginning, the goal of the Apache Wars was to quell tribal resistance against the occupation of Apache lands. Tragedies happened during the war, including massacres of all Apache able to fight at once crippling their power and leaving many families broken. Read More
Gardens as a Solution to Combat Food Insecurity

Aimed at supporting healthier communities and building brighter futures, PWNA’s food solutions focus on accessibility to healthy food, as well as nutrition training, garden support and garden training.Read More
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How to Put Your Money Back Into Native Communities Real Simple Sept. 15, 2021
FCC Likely to OK E-Rate for Tribal Libraries Warren News Sept 22, 2021
PWNA Advocates for Social Equity for Indian Country Indian Country Today Aug. 9, 2021

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Petco Love Donates Vaccines & Needed Pet Food Mar. 7, 2022
PWNA CEO Joins Board of Urban Inter-Tribal Center of Texas Feb. 8, 2022
Bank of America and PWNA Boost Healthy Living Dec. 8, 2021

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PWNA is a member of National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), a national forum “where organizations share knowledge and resources throughout the disaster cycle” — preparation, disaster relief/response, recovery and mitigation — to support community readiness and navigation of disasters. The National VOAD coalition includes 50 of America’s most reputable organizations, 55 state/territory VOADS representing local and regional interests, and other members. PWNA is a first responder for the reservations, often acting in concert with the American Red Cross and other state or national VOAD members. Learn more about PWNA Disaster Relief and Emergency Preparedness.