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Indigenous Justice

Re-Entry Coordinator

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$24.02 - $30.43/hr

Advocate for the rights and needs of justice-involved Native American and Indigenous individuals at local, state and national levels. * Collaborate with advocacy groups, government agencies, and ...

Indigenous Justice

Re-Entry Coordinator

Sacramento, CA · On-site

Advocate for the rights and needs of justice-involved Native American and Indigenous individuals at local, state and national levels. * Collaborate with advocacy groups, government agencies, and ...

Indigenous Justice

Re-Entry Coordinator

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$24.02 - $30.43/hr

Advocate for the rights and needs of justice-involved Native American and Indigenous individuals at local, state and national levels. * Collaborate with advocacy groups, government agencies, and ...

Preble Street

Advocacy Manager

Portland, ME · On-site

$64K/yr

Coordinating with the Advocacy Team, Preble Street staff, people with lived experience, and ... Preble Street recognizes that Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people from working ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for indigenous advocacy in the United States is $60,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectIndigenous AdvocacyIndigenous Policy Analyst
Required CredentialsRelevant degrees in social sciences, Indigenous studies, or law; advocacy experienceDegrees in public policy, political science, or related fields; research skills
Work EnvironmentCommunity organizations, non-profits, advocacy groupsGovernment agencies, think tanks, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by NGOs, Indigenous organizations, and advocacy groupsEmployed by government departments, policy institutes, and research bodies

Indigenous Advocacy focuses on representing and supporting Indigenous communities through activism and outreach, while Indigenous Policy Analysts analyze and develop policies affecting Indigenous peoples. Both roles require related education and often collaborate but serve different functions within the broader field of Indigenous affairs.

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Infographic showing various Indigenous Advocacy job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,627 per year, or $29.1 per hour.

Pathways Internship: Communication and Design

Stevens Point, WI • On-site

Wisconsin
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$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create visually engaging, culturally respectful marketing materials for events and programs

  • Assist with storytelling efforts that uplift AIRO members, alumni, and partner communities

  • Manage and maintain creative and cultural resources (craft supplies, medicines, tools)

Job description

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for StudentsPosition Title:Pathways Internship: Communication and DesignJob Category:Student HourlyJob Profile:Student HelpJob Summary:

Position Title: Arts & Design Office Manager (Internship)
Department: Native American Center
Supervisor: Rachel Davis, Native American Center Mentor and Coordinator
Location: Native American Center, UW-Stevens Point
Type: Internship - Academic Year or Semester-Based
Compensation: 15/hr Stipend from Pathways and or Work Study from NAC

Position Summary:

The Arts & Design Office Manager internship is a high-impact, culturally grounded opportunity for students interested in Indigenous representation, storytelling, and ethical visual communication. The intern will collaborate closely with the Native American Center Mentor to develop and implement outreach, marketing, and programming materials that reflect the values and voices of Indigenous students, alumni, and community partners.

This position includes training in cross-cultural communication, the Indian Arts and Crafts Act, and culturally responsible design principles, offering experiential preparation for careers in arts administration, advocacy, nonprofit leadership, or education.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Create visually engaging, culturally respectful marketing materials for events and programs
  • Assist with storytelling efforts that uplift AIRO members, alumni, and partner communities
  • Manage and maintain creative and cultural resources (craft supplies, medicines, tools)
  • Support internal programming including crafting workshops, cultural outings, and skill-building activities
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure coordinated outreach and programming
  • Contribute to the upkeep of a welcoming, inclusive, and relationally grounded space

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Interest or background in graphic design, communication, art, or marketing
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn about Indigenous cultural representation and protocols
  • Strong organizational and creative skills
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, community-centered environment

Skills Gained Through Internship:

  • Design and outreach strategy development
  • Professional cross-cultural communication
  • Community-building through arts and media
  • Project management and program coordination
  • Applied understanding of cultural sovereignty and Indigenous advocacy

Learning Outcomes

LO1 - Knowledge & Understanding (Bloom: Remember & Understand)

  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of federal laws related to Native arts (e.g., Indian Arts and Crafts Act) and the cultural protocols for representing Native Nations and their citizens.

LO2 - Application & Creative Thinking (Bloom: Apply & Create)

  • Students will design culturally appropriate marketing and outreach materials that promote Native American Center events, using best practices in ethical design and storytelling.

LO3 - Collaboration & Communication (Bloom: Apply & Analyze)

  • Students will collaborate with team members to plan and implement arts-based and cultural programming, demonstrating effective interpersonal and intercultural communication.

LO4 - Leadership & Project Management (Bloom: Analyze & Evaluate)

  • Students will organize and maintain program supplies and assist in developing outreach strategies, demonstrating leadership, accountability, and organization.

LO5 - Cultural Responsibility & Reflection (Bloom: Evaluate & Create)

Students will reflect on the role of arts and design in Indigenous self-determination and apply that understanding to promote visual sovereignty and accurate cultural representation

Key Job Responsibilities:Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

EEO Statement:


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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