American Indian or Alaska Native

A person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South America (including Central America) and who maintains tribal affiliation or community attachment. Can be referred to as Native North American People and also Indigenous Peoples, especially related to Alaskan groups. Referred to as First Nations People in Canada; Aboriginal Peoples in Australia. Be cautious using tribal names unless self-identified (i.e. Navajo / Dine’e).