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A Fresh Look at the Indigenous Peacemaking Initiative Website

For more than 30 years, the Native American Rights Fund’s Indigenous Peacemaking Initiative (IPI) has supported Tribal Nations and Native communities in implementing and revitalizing traditional dispute resolution practices—often called “Peacemaking.” Founded in 1992, IPI remains committed to strengthening Indigenous justice systems grounded in culture, community, and sovereignty.

Tribal Supreme Court Project Celebrates 25th Anniversary

In 2026, the Tribal Supreme Court Project commemorates a quarter-century of service to Indian Country and envisions the next 25 years of protecting and furthering the interests of Tribal Nations at the U.S. Supreme Court.

Tribal Engagement in FERC Hydropower Licensing

Although hydroelectric energy has long been touted as a “clean” energy, hydropower projects have devastated Tribal Nations’ treaty-protected rights and resources—particularly salmon and other endangered fish species runs. This overview provides a starting point for Tribal Nations seeking to engage.

NARF statement on unlawful ICE activity

The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) condemns the unlawful actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). We stand with our neighbors—whatever their

Supreme Court case on absentee ballots could further disenfranchise Native voters

On January 9, 2026, three Native American organizations—National Congress of American Indians, Alaska Federation of Natives, and Native Vote Washington—filed an amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court in the case, Watson v. Republican National Committee, which addresses state deadlines for ballots received after Election Day. At issue in the case is a bipartisan Mississippi law, which allows absentee ballots that are mailed by Election Day and received by the registrar within five business days after Election Day.
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