Welcome to National Indigenous Justice Information Inclusion (NIJII)
Dr. Wendelin Hume
The members of National Indigenous Justice Information Inclusion (NIJII) are primarily the same team (plus a number of new members) which provided resources and support for many years through the National Indigenous Elder Justice Initiative (NIEJI), that many Tribes are familiar with. The NIEJI project ran from 2011-2022 and was primarily funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL)* with matching funds from the University of North Dakota, School of Medicine and Health Services. NIEJI materials are shared with permission and are grouped and identified in our web pages to be easily distinguished from our new materials and new funders.
The new NIJII team will facilitate the activities of an array of grant and other projects and monitor compliance with grant obligations, while sharing information on this website which will serve as a resource center with trainings and other information for Indigenous Communities, our Tribal Coalition members, and allies.
The members of NIJII believe that information and inclusion are fundamental pillars of a just and equitable society. Access to accurate and pertinent Indigenous information empowers individuals with knowledge, enabling them to make informed decisions, participate in civic life, and pursue personal and community wellness. Inclusion, on the other hand, ensures that all members of society, regardless of their background or identity, have an equal opportunity to access this information. Together, we hope to foster a more equitable, informed, and cohesive world, promoting understanding, empathy, and positive peace for Indigenous people.
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We are excited to share the latest edition of the NIJII newsletter. This edition raises awareness about Missing Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).
*The NIEJI project has been retired, but they have granted NIJII permission to share materials. The new ACL Title VI Elder Justice Grantee
can be found at iasquared.org. You can contact us with any questions at wendelin.hume@nijii.org.
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UV Safety Month
July is Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness about the dangers of UV radiation and the importance of sun protection. Melanoma causes more than 9,000 deaths per year in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). CDC data also show rates of male mortality for melanoma of all races are more than double that of females of all races. A new study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Dermatology shows that Alaska Natives and American Indians (AI/AN) have the second-highest rates of skin cancer behind white Americans. You can take the following steps to protect yourself from damaging UV rays when outside.
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Seek shade. Seek shade when appropriate, remembering that the sun’s rays are the strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. You can also look at your shadow. Anytime your shadow appears shorter than you, seek shade.
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Wear sun-protective clothing. Wear a lightweight and long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses with UV protection, when possible.
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Apply sunscreen to all skin not covered by clothing. Remember to reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating.