Oklahoma Native Americans: Federal Policies and Housing Programs

Abstract

The richness of Native American culture is not reflected in the economic or housing status of American Indians. As a group, Native Americans are a poorly housed, disadvantaged minority. An awareness of the heritage of American Indians intertwined with discriminations they have suffered, challenges housing educators and researchers to meet the needs of all our clients better. This challenge is of particular concern if we are to achieve the goal of affordable housing for all families. The purpose of this paper is to review the policies and programs that have had an impact on Native American housing.

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Norma R. Nealeigh

Norma R Nealeigh is Director of Student Services at Oklahoma State University.

Gwendolyn J. Brewer

Gwendolyn J Brewer is Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Design, Housing and Merchandising at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater.