Keeping Native American Communities Connected to the Land: Women as Change Agents
Abstract
This compilation of essays from Native American women represents a further dissection of an exist- ing and complex dilemma: the long-term sustain- ability of tribal rangelands. In a previous publica- tion,1 we discussed challenges for managing tribal rangelands in general, which include historical separation from the land, complex governmental and tribal regulation, resulting land tenure patterns, and educational needs. These essays further discuss causes and effects on Native women, but also high- light the important role of women in streamlining processes to ensure rangeland sustainability on tribal lands. In fact, their role is likely a critical factor of its success.
DOI: 10.2458/azu_rangelands_v35i6_crider