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Tribal leaders urge dedicated adoption funding and better federal outreach
Summary
A Tribal representative told the House appropriations subcommittee that many tribes face barriers to Title IV funds and recommended a dedicated tribal funding category within the Adoption Opportunities program and sustained HHS consultation to ensure programs reflect tribal priorities.
Representatives of the National Indian Child Welfare Association told the subcommittee that tribal nations face structural barriers that limit access to federal adoption funds and to programs designed to strengthen permanency.
Irene (Ari) Martin, identified at the hearing as board secretary for the National Indian Child Welfare Association, said tribal customary adoption and other culturally grounded permanency options often preserve children’s tribal…
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