(VHS Video cassette tape, 27 minutes running time). This
documentary tells the stories of five Native American Boys &
Girls Clubs that are leading the way to better futures for Indian
youth. Narrated by Rodney Grant, well known Native American actor
and star of Dances With Wolves, this video takes a close-up look at
the trials of youth development in Indian Country and the ultimate
successes found through establishing Boys &, Girls Clubs. Issued
by Red Eagle Productions & US Dept of Housing and Urban
Development, Office of Native American Programs, & Boys and
Girls Clubs of America. Language: English. This guide provides the
Boys & Girls Clubs’ prevention model used in Indian Country to
promote education, healthy lifestyles, cultural enrichment, and
leadership development. The documentary describes the success of six
Native American Boys and Girls Clubs. Abstract: There are nearly 120
Clubs now serving youth in Indian Country. A network of Clubs has
been set up, with Native American leaders sharing ideas and
experiences, providing training for teams of youth and adults,
calling up the Internet for information on what other tribes are
doing, and gathering for intertribal tournaments and events. The
young people in Indian Country are growing in personal skills and
increasing their knowledge and pride about their cultural heritage
and traditions. Clubs also provide positive outlets and programs to
prevent high-risk behavior. On one reservation juvenile alcohol
arrests have declined considerably since the Boys & Girls Club
opened. Native American children can be placed at risk because of a
rapidly changing society and a decreasing sense of community. The
prime promoters of the Clubs in Indian Country have been members of
Tribal Councils, staff of tribally designated housing entities, and
leaders in their tribes and communities. Clubs usually start with
one or two individuals who initiate the idea and then interest
others in the program. The key task areas for starting and operating
a Club are establishing Club structures, setting up the Club, and
operating the Club. Establishing Club structures includes developing
a relationship with the Boys & Girls Club of America, gaining
charter membership, and setting up governing structures. Setting up
the Club includes planning and maintaining a facility, collaboration
with the community, staff resources, and Club management. Operating
the Club includes membership recruitment and retention, selecting
and creating programs, maintaining safety and security, and carrying
out marketing and public relations efforts. Keywords: American
Indians; Children at risk; Tribal community relations; Tribal
history; Minorities; Indian affairs; Underage Drinking; Adolescents
at risk. [shelf locator: AHBWP Misc Bookcase. Used, very
good. $25 plus $3.50 postage by first class mail (or $5.80
extra for priority mail small flat-rate box) (international orders
extra) for this video. To order this item email
dick@AlaskaWanted.com
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