The Indiana Native American Indian Affairs Commission studies and makes recommendations to appropriate federal, state and local governmental agencies in areas of concern to our state's Native and non-Native people. The ultimate objectives are to bring the Native community together, help identify and provide opportunities to the Native American people, and enhance social, cultural, community and economic development in Indiana.
Commission meetings are open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend and participate. Meeting dates, times and locations are posted on this website here. The areas of focus identified by commission statute include employment, education, civil rights, health and housing.
Indiana Code expressly prohibits the Commission's involvement in the areas of tribal sovereignty and casinos.
The Indiana State Law also states the definition of Native American Indian in code 4-23-32-2.
To make an inquiry or request of the commission, or to schedule time to speak as a guest at a commission meeting, please contact Executive Assistant, Lucy Travis, at ltravis@icrc.in.gov.
On this website you will find links to Upcoming Events, Resources, News Releases, Public Meetings, information about the Commissioners and the Indiana Statute that governs this Commission. Please check back often for updates and we look forward to seeing you at our meetings!