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2024 Call for Youth Artists

OICWA invites American Indian and Alaska Native youth to contribute their talents to the 2024 revision of the Oklahoma Judicial Bench Guide. Your artwork could make a lasting impact!

We are thrilled to announce a prestigious award totaling $850 to honor multiple winners.

Deadline: September 13, 2024

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The Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association, Inc. (OICWA) is a 501 C 3 non-profit, membership organization representing the interests of Indian Child Welfare programs in the State of Oklahoma. OICWA's membership includes tribes and individuals dedicated to promoting the well-being of American Indian children, their families, and their tribes.

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TRIBAL RESOURCE FAMILY OF THE YEAR

The Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association, Inc. (OICWA) established the Tribal Resource Family of the Year Award to recognize a tribally approved resource family in Oklahoma who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment and dedication to the well-being of American Indian children in foster care.

TRIBAL COURT JUDGE OF THE YEAR

The Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association, Inc. (OICWA) established the Tribal Court Judge of the Year Award to recognize a tribal court judge in Oklahoma who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment and dedication to families involved in the tribal child welfare system.

RICHARD POWESHIEK AWARD WINNER

Recognizes an individual in Oklahoma who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment and dedication to the tenets of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Criteria to be considered include: distinction in the field of Indian Child Welfare, advocacy toward Indian children and their families, knowledge and proficiency of ICWA in its application in state courts, demonstrated leadership in promoting communication between state, private, community, and tribal agencies, and forming successful working relationships within the communities they serve.

The mission of the Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association, Inc., is to promote the well-being of American Indian children, their families and their tribes