Impact sur les populations autochtones
Les tribus indigènes des États-Unis et du monde entier sont confrontées à des défis particuliers, non seulement en cas de catastrophe, mais aussi en période de calme. La dernière initiative de GEM visant à soutenir ces communautés se fera en collaboration directe avec les chefs tribaux, les anciens et les résidents afin de respecter au mieux les terres et l'histoire culturelle sur lesquelles nous effectuons notre travail. Notre pilier "impact tribal" comportera des programmes et des missions tout au long de l'année, exclusivement consacrés aux secours en cas de catastrophe, à la préparation et au renforcement à long terme par le biais de l'éducation. Grâce à ce pilier, nous espérons également encourager et renforcer les voix et les droits des populations indigènes et plaider aux niveaux local, national et international pour la préservation et l'égalité au sein de ces communautés.
Cold Springs Rancheria
GEM USA West team continually supports the Cold Springs Rancheria tribe. This is a low-income community that faces societal challenges, as well as hardships around preserving their culture. The GEM team is working with this tribe to reestablish and preserve their culture, in order for future generations to continue their heritage. GEM also supports this group, located in Tollhouse, California, with supplies such as mattresses, home goods, school supplies, Family Necessity Kits, and more.
Tule River
Located in Tulare County, California, the Tule River Reservation is presently home to 1,900 tribal members. GEM has a close relationship with this community, its Chief, Tribal council members, and spiritual leader. Initially responding to flooding, GEM now supports this community on a routine basis. Immediate needs, like food, is always important, but we strive to offer this community longer-term solutions to strengthen itself. For example, computers for schooling or large-scale water supplies.
Guatemala
Our GEM LATAM Director met and spoke with indigenous entrepreneurs in Guatemala, for training and education. Promoting education and business programs that sustain indigenous communities is important for preservation of their culture and livelihoods.
