Native Americans and Alaska natives
Native Americans and Alaska natives are an ethnic group believed to migrate from Asia and settle in northern America. Their occupation in the new locality was quite challenging and thus making them the most vulnerable racial group in the region through their historic experiences.
First, the natives faced discrimination from the white population that often referred to them as violent because they belong to the less popular religion in northern America (Kendall,2017 p.261). The attitude hindered social integration between the natives and the non-native Americans. The move promoted racism in the region, especially in sports where the natives had limited opportunities to participate.
Secondly, forced migrations in the region were common. Some of the forces towards the move included the federal government’s initiative to remove indigenous settlers to create room for its citizens (Kendall,2017 p.262). Mostly, forced evacuations are associated with a brutality that causes harm or even death of individuals involved. Part of the native group that opted to remain in their settlement area lost part of their culture, including their original language, and embraced a new one.
Finally, the native Americans and the Alaska natives suffered from injustices, especially in health, employment, and housing (Kendall,2017 p.261). The majority of the people lacked access to quality healthcare, education, and decent jobs that resulted in high poverty rates compared to non-native Americans. Their lands were grabbed for natural resources despite the locals not benefitting from the generated revenue. The federal government abused their funds, leaving very little benefits for the natives, especially after 13 years in legal justice denials.
Their immigration experience and settling in northern America provoked community colleges that accommodated learners from various states. The institutions equipped them with necessary workplace skills for better income to eliminate poverty in their community (Kendall,2017, p.262). Empowerment via this formal education has created equality amongst themselves and non-natives, as evident by the growing number of native citizens competing in professional sports.
In conclusion, ethnic discrimination is no longer a hindrance to equality and prosperity in life as individuals have the will and desire to overcome tribal, religious, and economic barriers.
Reference
Kendall, D. (2017). Sociology in our times (pp. 261-263): Cengage Learning.