Tribal Equity Tool Kit 2.0: Tribal resolutions and codes to support Two Spirit & LGBT Justice in Indian Country

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Tribal Equity Tool Kit 2.0: Tribal resolutions and codes to support Two Spirit & LGBT Justice in Indian Country

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Rejects the nuclear family model because it does not apply and promotes an extended family model in which "In addition,Two Spirit/LGBT people have historically played an important role in tribal communities, including as caretakers and medicine givers. In many cases, families would ask Two Spirit/LGBT leaders for help and guidance in rearing their children. It is important that we continue to honor the wisdom that Two Spirit/LGBT people have to offer all children in our tribal communities, and it is imperative that we support the bonds that Two Spirit /LGBT parents have with their own children."

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Rejects the nuclear family model because it does not apply and promotes an extended family model in which "In addition,Two Spirit/LGBT people have historically played an important role in tribal communities, including as caretakers and medicine givers.
https://graduate.lclark.edu/live/files/15810-tribal-equity-toolkit-20

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https://graduate.lclark.edu/live/files/15810-tribal-equity-toolkit-20

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Indian Health Service: The Federal Health Program for American Indians and Alaska Natives

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https://graduate.lclark.edu/live/files/15810-tribal-equity-toolkit-20