Conclusion

understanding of the systemic impacts of Empowerment Economics. In this case study we observed that individual, family, community, and systemic impacts are interconnected. Rather than being distinct and hierarchical domains of change, we see that they are all interrelated. NAYA’s advocacy around improving the upstream conditions of the IDA program is a direct result of the program’s impacts on individuals, families, and community and has direct results on the program’s impacts on individuals, families, and community.

Conclusion

NAYA meets people where they are, whether they come to NAYA for a cultural event, to talk to someone about a specific crisis, or to get involved in policy advocacy. NAYA’s wraparound services and holistic, strengthsbased approach lead people to stay, regaining and maintaining balance as members of a proud Native community. In conjunction with the other departments at NAYA, the Community Development department uses a broad range of tools to promote the prosperity and wellbeing of the Native community in Portland. The IDA program is one such tool, with impactful outcomes for people, families, and the Native community. For the urban Native community in Portland, NAYA’s work leads to increased belonging, community prosperity, sovereignty, and systemic change. Portland’s Native community is stronger for NAYA’s presence and advocacy.