4th National Gathering of American Indian Veterans

Please give us your opinions!  This survey is to help others better understand the needs of Veterans. It is only by hearing from nearly everyone that we can be sure the results truly represent veterans’ experiences.  Your responses matter!

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* 1. Are you Native American?

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* 2. In which of following do you currently live?

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* 3. In what state or U.S. territory do you live?

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* 4. What is your age?

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* 5. What is your gender?

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* 6. Are you a veteran?

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* 7. Are you a member of a veteran's family?

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* 8. Did you know that veterans' immediate families are also eligible for benefits and services?

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* 9. Which benefits and services dedicated to veterans or their family members do you use currently or have used in the past?

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* 10. What are your main obstacles for accessing these benefits and services?

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* 11. What are the main problems that you struggled with and/or continue to struggle with after your transition to civil life?

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* 12. What issues do you observe in your community?

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* 13. Are there problems with substance abuse in your immediate family?

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* 14. Are you currently in substance abuse recovery?

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* 15. Did you ever used traditional healing (Medicine Man, Sweat lodges, etc.)?

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* 16. How many times have you participated in the National Gathering?

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* 17. Do you plan to attend the National Gathering in future years?

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* 18. What benefits of participating in National Gathering are the most important to you? (you may choose more than one)

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* 19. Did you participate in the Circles of Post-Service Care?

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* 20. Did you feel that the Circles were helpful?

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* 21. Would you like the inclusion of Circles continue in future National Gatherings?

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* 22. Did you feel that having other indigenous speakers and/or performers was an important part of the National Gathering?

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* 23. Do you think that the Eagle Staff Resolution passed in Illinois is a momentous event for Native communities all over the country?

Thank you for your contributions! If you would like any additional information about Trickster Art Gallery or have any thoughts you would like to share with us about this year's or previous National Gatherings, please visit our website at www.trickstergallery.com or email us at info@trickstergallery.com. Thank you for your service to your country and your communities!

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