Land Acknowledgement
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The Nevada Primary Care Association is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity and health equity in all aspects of our work. We celebrate the diverse tribal communities that enrich the land where we work, play, and find community. We honor Nevada's 21 Indigenous Nations spanning 28 reservations, bands, colonies, and community councils, and over 62,000 Urban Indians. There are five larger groups that tribes identify with in Nevada, all with their own distinct histories, languages and traditions. These are:
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Nuwu_yj- new-woo-vee (Southern Paiute) - The Southern Paiute language originates from the Uto-Aztecan family of languages. The Moapa Band of Paiutes, which has a large solar project on its reservation, falls under the Nuwuui.
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Numa - NOO-mah (Northern Paiute) - The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, located north of Reno, calls its members KuyujAoKaqo, or Cui-ui eaters, after the endangered Cui-uLfish that's found nowhere else in the world.
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Newe (Western Shoshone) - One of the distinctive elements of Newe culture is the intricate baskets crafted from local plant materials.
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Wa·šiw- Wa She Shu (Washoe) - Linguists believe that the Washoe people predated other Great Basin Tribes, as their language is the only one that isn't considered Numic, within the Uto-Aztecan language family.
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Mojave People mow·haa·vee - The tribe once relied on the annual flooding of the Colorado River to begin a growing season and the Mojave were the most populous people in the 16th century.
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Land acknowledgment is only one small part of supporting Indigenous communities, and it is an essential step towards honoring the history and people of Nevada. It is a way to show respect to those who have lived on this land for thousands of years and to recognize their enduring presence and contributions.
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NVPCA remains steadfast in our commitment to health equity and inclusivity, particularly in relation to Indigenous populations. We are dedicated to fostering collaboration, advocating for underserved communities, and working towards a future where all individuals receive the care and support they deserve.
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