Happy #InternationalDanceDay ! Dance is more than movement; it's a celebration of culture and heritage. For Native Americans, Tribes, and Indian Country, dance embodies tradition and storytelling, connecting generations. Today we honor the richness of #NativeCulture dance!

BIA wildland Fire is at the #GatheringofNations providing fire prevention info and swag to kids and job opportunity information. Stop by our booth to say hi!

The BIA is hosting Contract Support Cost (CSC) training! The first virtual session takes place on April 30 - May 1 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CDT. The sessions will help tribes understand regulations, policy, and calculation formulas. Register today! ow.ly/Kzx150RlupV

Join us today and on April 30 to learn about updated national policy on streamlining Rights-of-Way & Business Lease Application Processes for Federally Funded Tribal Broadband Infrastructure Projects. Register today. ow.ly/3pZ150RnFvV

Congratulations to Taos Pueblo on their acquisition of 10 new bison that will support diversification of their heard and strengthen critical grassland ecosystems!

Happy #NationalParkWeek ! Get ready to explore our nation's parks and connect with nature. Spending time outdoors is essential for physical and mental well-being. Let's celebrate the wonders of nature together!
#GetOutside #Wellness

The 2024 Contract Support Cost Training schedule is out! The BIA is proud to offer this specialized course designed for tribal officials and organizations. Learn more about the policy and calculations and plan to join us to enhance your expertise! ow.ly/Pq0s50RlunL

In honor of Earth Day, we are highlighting the work the Division of Environmental Services does on behalf of American Indians and Alaska Natives. The staff provides technical services to protect American Indian and Alaska Native resources. Learn more at ow.ly/zFJe50RbSNg

We're hiring the next BIA Director to lead the bureau in managing nation-to-nation relationships with Tribes and uphold the federal trust and treaty responsibility to Indian Country. Position closes May 10. Check out the details, share, and apply today: usajobs.gov/job/785540100

The Bureau of Indian Affairs and the BureauIndianEdu are accepting applications for the second annual Youth Indian Police Academy. Spend two action-packed weeks in June at Riverside Indian School in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Applications are due by May 17.
bia.gov/bia/ojs/yipa

The Bureau of Indian Affairs and the @Bureau of Indian Education are accepting applicants from 9th-12th graders for the second annual Youth Indian Police Academy. Apply online: bia.gov/bia/ojs/yipa

Congratulations to the winners of the Young Tribal Leaders Art Contest! With over 100 submissions from artists aged 14-30, each piece embodies the themes of culture, environment, and climate. View the featured artworks in the online gallery bia.gov/news/announcin….

April is National Financial Literacy month! Bureau of Indian Affairs assists American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Tribal organizations with home ownership and economic development, including processing mortgages of trust land. Learn more at bia.gov/service/mortga….

As March ends, we want to highlight our leaders at BIA, spotlighting 10 women who are history-makers serving as deputy bureau and regional directors. We praise ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of life to all 574 federally recognized tribes. #BIA200 #WomensHistoryMonth

On #WorldWaterDay , we celebrate the Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim region's efforts to build resilient freshwater systems. The work includes developing baseline ecosystem information, preventing invasive species, fostering natural river processes, and supporting ecological services.

As spring arrives, melting snow and heavy rains increase flood risks; making it crucial to stay informed, avoid floodwaters, and have a solid emergency plan. Visit ready.gov/floods to learn how to keep your loved ones safe.

Happy #WorldSocialWorkerDay ! A special shoutout to the BIA victim services program for their role in supporting families affected by long-term missing or homicide cases. Their dedication to justice and compassion is truly inspiring. Learn more at ow.ly/A91s50QWN3P

On March 11, Pacific Regional Office and Central California Agency staff paused to recognize BIA's 200th year as a Bureau. With 104 Federally Recognized Tribes under their umbrella, the region supports more federally recognized Tribes than any other BIA region.

Did you know our new landing page, bia.gov/bia provides resources to help you learn about our exciting career opportunities we have for American Indians and Alaska Natives, our youth, and partners? #BIATurns200

Much has changed throughout the US Department of the Interior and Indian Affairs #history , especially in the last 50 years, as policies have been enacted to protect the rights of Indian people and empower Tribes to grow ever stronger. Learn more at ow.ly/8FVb50QPgOJ
#BIATurns200