Benefits of Joining the Network
Join Network Members as we resolve environmental issues and bridge Native and non-Native cultures and practices
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Network members bring Native and non-Native people together to resolve problems in ways that are culturally appropriate,
foster healing, improve outcomes, and create sustainable relationships.
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The Native Dispute Resolution Network embraces all collaborative approaches to environmental problem-solving and
dispute resolution.
As a Network member you will have opportunities for
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Awareness and Appreciation: Develop relationships that honor Native wisdom, build multi-cultural understanding,
and explore our connection to the natural world.
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Learning and Information Sharing: Skills Exchange Workshops and other gatherings will enhance your knowledge
of dispute resolution processes and give you tools to make you better at what you do. Access the members-only website and listserv,
as well as other Native Network members you can rely on for information and helpful resources.
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Professional Networking and Partnering: Expand your contacts and connect with other Network partner and
practitioner members. Also, members work with each other on specific projects.
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Referrals: Agencies, tribes and groups looking for help with collaborative planning or environmental conflict
resolution involving Native people contact the U.S. Institute for referrals to Network members. Past issues addressed have
included: multi-governmental habitat restoration planning, government-to-government consultation on environmental or cultural
property issues, assisted negotiations regarding natural resource or trust-land issues and many others.
When you join the Network, you provide information about your experience.
We give that information to people asking
for a referral.