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Protecting Native American Voting Rights at the Native American Rights Fund Voting Obstacles Actions In Court Actions In Congress Voter Resources Redistricting Census Voting Obstacles Actions In Court Actions In Congress Voter Resources Redistricting Census Donate Democracy is a Native American concept. We will fight to protect it. Democracy is Native The Native American Rights Fund is committed to fighting injustices faced by Native Americans trying to exercise their right to vote. We need your help gearing up for this generational fight for justice. Over the year, we will release video updates explaining this fight. We will tell the stories of Native voters and tribal leaders across Indian Country. Subscribe to get updates and voting rights news . Share our stories with your circles. And donate today to protect Native American democracy . The State of Native Voting Obstacles at Every Turn Across America, it is altogether too hard for Native Americans to vote. They often must go off-reservation and travel outrageous distances to reach voting services. Many do not have home addresses or mail delivery, making registering and receiving a ballot difficult, if not impossible. Native Americans still face racial discrimination and hostilities when casting their ballots. NARF, in collaboration with Native American advocates across the country, have extensively documented these barriers and are fighting every day against this discrimination. Report (2020): Obstacles at Every Turn This report provides detailed evidence that Native people face obstacles at every turn in the electoral process: from registering to vote, to casting votes, to having votes counted. Includes 2021 updates. Full Report Field Hearings (2017-8) The hearings create a documentary record of the circumstances surrounding voting in Indian Country, identifying the unique needs and challenges faced by Native voters. Hearing Details Initial Survey (2016) Results from the initial survey indicate that there are a variety of problems affecting access to the polls, each requiring a different strategy in order to resolve it. Survey Results NARF Voting Rights Actions In The Courts A fully enfranchised Native electorate is powerful. Native Americans are poised to sway local, state, and federal elections. They make up key voting blocks in states like Arizona, Alaska, Nevada, Montana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, to name a few. The obstacles faced by Native voters are unreasonable and unfair and rob them of this political power. The fundamental promise of American democracy is that everyone can participate and effectuate change. We fight to honor that promise every day in courts across America. Learn More In Congress Congress must pass the Native American Voting Rights Act (NAVRA) to combat the unique obstacles that Native voters face when they try to register, cast their votes, or have their votes count and their voices heard. Federal legislation is sorely needed to address the distinct issues confronting Native American voters and establish baseline, consistent standards for voting in state and federal elections. Learn more Native Voter Engagement & Access Supporting Native Voters NARF is a national resource for Tribal Nations, voter advocates, community organizers, and engaged citizens. Find Resources Native American Voting Rights Coalition Organizational Members Since 1970, the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) has provided specialized legal assistance to Indian tribes, organizations, and individuals nationwide. NARF is a non-profit 501c(3) organization that fights to protect Native American rights, resources, and lifeways through litigation, legal advocacy, and expertise. Like us on Facebook or Instagram and follow us on LinkedIn to learn about the latest fights to promote justice and protect Native American rights. Read our privacy policy→ Donate Now CONTACT US 303-447-8760 vote@narf.org www.narf.org Main Office: 250 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder, CO 80302-5821 © 2024. All Rights...