This week, students are responsible for writing a letter to the Office of Federal Acknowledgement about one of the Denied Cases to ask, request, and demand for them to reconsider their decision regarding the acknowledgement of a specific native/indigenous peoples and their land. You must draft an official letter that includes addresses and your signature.

My address just write “my address” in the letter I will replace it later

Office of Federal Acknowledgement address:
MS-4071-MIB
1849 C Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20240

In this letter, you will make the case as to why it is important to federally acknowledge native/indiginous peoples land. Support your reasons with evidence and do not forget to cite.

After uploading your letter, you will go back to this document and write a short reflection regarding your experience (400-500 words). Please answer the following questions:

– How did you feel while researching, reading and writing for this activity?
– How was your understanding of native/indigenous peoples land rights informed or challenged throughout this activity?
– What is your critical analysis about the process of federal acknowledgement?
– If a younger family or community member asked you, what is that letter about? Why is it important? What would you say to them?

Letter + Reflection two parts for this assignment