The American Indian Chicago Conference held at the University of Chicago, June 13-20, 1961, was designed to allow Indians of all tribes to voice their opinions and desires. The proceedings of the conference contain formal statements of purpose and creed, with proposed legislative and regulatory changes constructed to alleviate problems of the…

Conference papers on community development problems and prospects deal with needs, methods, objectives, resources, and the role of universities, with particular reference to urban areas. Concerns include deficiencies in knowledge, leadership, government, and the quality of urban life; land use and urban design; principles of economic development…

Development of the rural sectors of Africa is discussed in terms of the long-range effects of proper rural development. As viewed by the author, effective development of the rural sectors is essential to the economic and social future of Africa. The value of agricultural and allied occupations is so important to Africa as a nation that careful…

A symposia was held to explore the problems of cost and benefits of information and its dissemination. Topics covered in the symposia included: (1) the development of a concept of information in the marketplace as an economic commodity; (2) the role of information in the decision-making process; and (3) viable models for management decision-making…

The industrial development of rural areas within a technologically and industrially advanced nation consists essentially of a redistribution of economic activity. Resultant changes in occupational structure may be assessed through study of five major areas: market participation, sectoral relocation, work specialization, occupational upgrading, and…

A framework for constructing a set of statistical economic and social indicators for rural development is discussed in this paper. Operational definitions are presented for economic development, economic growth, rural, and rural development. The framework for identifying economic and social indicators can be adapted to quantify most existing…

This speech emphasizes a relatively new and important function of the university-equalizing educational opportunity. The need for education and its potential as human capital are examined in light of the rapid educational advancement. Universities must face this advancement and meet the needs of society. A review of Negro development reaffirms the…

The Arizona Commission of Indian Affairs, in its annual report for 1970-71, lists the tribes and their populations, the commission's membership, and legislative advisory committees and consultants. As noted, projects completed in 1970-71 included the printing and distribution of the 1971 tribal directory and other materials published by the…

The Four Corners Regional Commission is a state-Federal partnership, the purpose of which is to initiate long-range planning, provide data for specific plans, promote private investment, promote legislation, establish plans and program priorities, and initiate and coordinate economic developmental districts in 92 counties in Arizona, Colorado, New…

The main objective of this project is to demonstrate how a community action agency can operate manpower and economic development programs with continuing impact. The program offers: (1) training in four areas, (2) supportive services, including counseling and basic education, (3) youth programs, (4) economic development efforts to help the local…

The growth, prosperity, and viability of the new African nations will depend ultimately on their ability to develop systematically and to utilize effectively their human resources. The major human resource problems are 1) rising unemployment in urban areas, 2) under-employment of the rural masses, 3) shortages of strategic skills, 4) poorly geared…

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) 1971 Annual Credit and Financing Report describes the financing available for economic advancement of American Indians. The 3 main financing sources cited in this report are (1) customary leaders, both private and Government; (2) tribes and other Indian organizations with funds of their own; and (3) the revolving…

Factors tending to inhibit the development and efficacy of Mexican American interest-oriented political activity, Anglo-Mexican American political relations, and other related factors are examined in this Master's thesis. The stated objective of the study is to provide insights as to how these factors influenced the political situation on 2…

Facts and figures relating to American Indians in Oklahoma are presented in this manual for use by Indian tribes and by others working in the area of Indian affairs. The historical background of Oklahoma Indians is discussed, and information is presented on various characteristics, such as population, education, health and welfare, and crime and…

The year 1968 marks the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Peace between the Navajo tribe and the U.S. Government. The treaty, signed by 29 Navajo headmen and 10 officers of the U.S. Army on June 1, 1968, brought to an end a tragic period of suffering, hardship, deprivation, and exile at the Bosque Redondo, New Mexico. During the…