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About United American Indian Involvement (UAII)

UAII is focused on the holistic treatment of the American Indian and Alaskan Native community in the urban Los Angeles area by providing comprehensive integrated services that focus on all age groups and incorporate our culture and traditions.

Our History

From our beginnings in 1974 as a small community-based organization on the streets of Skid Row to our current position as a multidisciplinary comprehensive service center, we’ve built an enduring trust with our native community.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to promote and support the physical, behavioral, and spiritual health and well-being of American Indians and Alaska Natives in the urban center by providing high-quality, comprehensive, integrated services for our youth, adults, and elders rooted in Native traditional values and culture. We strive to serve as a bridge to reconnect American Indians and Alaskan Natives to their language, culture, and traditions.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to provide quality physical and behavioral health, education, and social support services that promote healthy lifestyles and individual responsibility in order to strengthen American Indian and Alaskan Native communities, now and for future generations. All services will integrate our native traditions, practices, and beliefs, be culturally sensitive, and be respectful of American Indian and Alaskan Native tribal affiliation.

We are committed to a future where the rich languages, cultures, and traditions of American Indian and Alaskan Native communities are celebrated, preserved, and passed down through generations. We strive to foster an environment that encourages learning and growth, promoting the revitalization of language and culture. Our commitment is to empower American Indians and Alaskan Native communities, ensuring their unique cultural identities thrive in a world that respects diversity and values historical roots. We believe in the power of education, dialogue, and shared experiences to bridge gaps, dispel misconceptions, and foster unity while honoring our distinct cultural landscapes.

On this Indigenous Peoples Day, United American Indian Involvement stands proud to celebrate the strength, culture, and resilience of Indigenous communities. We honor our past while striving for a brighter future together! 🌟

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #UAII

UAII will be closed Monday, Oct 14th in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
For non-medical emergencies, please call or text 988 for 24/7 trained crisis counselors.

Join us for our Understanding Your Retirement Workshop to learn about retirement savings options beyond Social Security and pensions.

📅 Date: October 21, 2024
🕚 Time: 11 AM - 12:30 PM
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4e6h9ll

🌟 Open to the Community!

Join the Cherokee Nation's At-Large Meeting!

📅 10/19/2024
🕙 10 AM - 2 PM
📍 Marshall Elementary School, Anaheim, CA

Meet Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr., connect with At-Large Councilors. Cherokee Nation Registration will be on-site for photo IDs, and ...lunch is on us!

What an amazing Q&A session with SNRK at UAII! 💬✨ Their energy is unmatched, and we can’t wait to see them light up the stage at The Echo tonight! Let’s go! 🎶🔥 #SNRK #UAII #TheEcho #RedFuture

🌿💚 World Mental Health Day 💚🌿

On this important day, we honor the rich traditions and resilience of Indigenous communities in addressing mental health. Connection to culture, land, and community plays a vital role in promoting well-being.

Join us for a hands-on Computer Skills Workshop!

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, October 23rd
🕒 Time: 2-3 PM
📍 Address: 10900 East 183rd St. Suite 392, Cerritos, CA 90703
📝 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/H5LczuNUD5?origin=lprLink

📞 For questions, ...contact us at dlopez@uaii.org or call (213) 840-2646

Teen Camp is here!

🗓️ Date: Oct 19th - 20th, 2024
📍 Location: 58075 Jefferson St, La Quinta, CA 92253
🕘 Drop-off: 9 AM on the 19th
🕔 Pick-up: 5 PM on the 20th
👥 Limited spots for 10-12 youth, RSVP now!

RSVP Clubhouse at (213) 202-3970, ext. 7220 or... email nbegay@uaii.org

Ballot drop-off locations are now open! Election officials will start mailing out ballots on Oct 7. No need to request a vote-by-mail ballot—it's automatically sent to all active registered voters.

Remember: Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked by or before Election Day!

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