Native American Development Center
Who We Are
We value human transformation—the power of people to become self-sufficient and productive members of society. We value the transformation of communities and society so that hurt, conflict, and injury become an appreciation and celebration of diversity and peace.
We value healthy people. The healthy people we imagine are hopeful about the future, have a love for learning and education, have strong and nurturing families, love physical activity and athletics, and live holistically in their communities. We value ethnic diversity and community pride in that diversity. We value ethnic identity, language, and history as vibrant parts of active community life.
We value kinship between Whites and Native Americans. We hope for a joyful reconciliation made possible by courageous truth-telling and forgiveness. We value the deep spiritual bond between all people, recognizing the sacredness of our Creator and the earth.
What We Do
We are Native Americans living and working in the Bismarck-Mandan-Lincoln area. We are respected and appreciated. We have prosperous, healthy families and are proud of our Native American heritage. We are respected political and civic leaders. We are well known for our athleticism and healthy life styles. Our languages and lifestyles link current generations to the ancient indigenous people who lived in harmony with the earth.
Our ancestors’ ancient wisdom instructs us today. We are a courageous people telling the truth about a history of conflict yet willing to forgive and to reconcile with brothers and sisters. We are a welcoming people, sharing with those new to the community and those who cannot meet their basic needs. We are respectful and generous, and we stand in solidarity with those who seek to improve their lives. Our Center helps transform those who feel helpless despair into strong people full of hope.
