KIVA's capacity building services are categorized into the following major areas:
• Contracting and Compacting. Assisting tribal nations to assume direct operation of federal programs under the Indian Self-Determination Act and shaping these programs to meet their unique needs.
• Governance: Assisting tribal nations to strengthen their institutions and develop internal capacity to provide effective governance.
• Natural and Energy Resource Development: Assisting tribal nations in the preservation, conservation and utilization of their natural resources including alternative energy resources.
• Economic Development: Assisting tribal nations to develop their economic resources and infrastructure.
Who are We?
KIVA Institute, LLC is a Native American owned and operated company dedicated to "Building Capacity in Indian Country". Founded in 2005, KIVA offers a wide range of services to promote capacity building for tribal nations; and for federal and local agency service providers. Services range from programs operated by tribal nations under Public Law 93-638, the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, to economic development, tribal governance, transportation and infrastructure development, strategic planning and energy resource development. We are Indian Country's authority on the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. We are Natives helping Natives.
What is the meaning of KIVA?
Kiva is an underground sacred ceremonial chamber where knowledge of our culture, traditions and oral history are practiced and perpetuated throughout generations; and where prayers are made for the goodness of all mankind. It is in this context that we selected KIVA as the name for our company, so that we may share our knowledge and experience for your benefit.
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