THE FERNANDEÑO TATAVIAM BAND OF MISSION INDIANS (FTBMI)
Organization Description
FTBMI is a state-recognized sovereign native nation of 900 citizens located in Los Angeles county. FTBMI consists of the first inhabitants of the Simi, San Fernando, Santa Clarita, and Antelope Valleys, the forced laborers of Mission San Fernando, and the builders of Los Angeles County. Like other governments, FTBMI works to improve the quality of life for its citizens by creating jobs, providing social services, and promoting cultural renewal in its traditional homelands. Today, the Tribal government oversees several corporations to provide for its people and protect its lands.
Health & Safety
Additional requirements and/or considerations N/A
- SUPERVISION: Students may be required to work at night (after 6pm).
- SUPERVISION: Students will be supervised less than 50% of the time or the supervisor will be responsible for overseeing more than 8 people.
Address
1019 Second Street, Suite 1
San Fernando, CA 91340
United States General Phone
General Email
Website:
Student Contact
Name
Crystal Snow
Job Title
THCP Outreach Coordinator
Phone
Email
Program(s)
Service Learning
Organization type
Environmental or Wildlife Organization (Tribal Entity)
Focus Population(s)
Adults, Families, Specific racial/ethnic/cultural group
Focus Area(s)
Advocacy and Human Rights, Arts, Culture, and Humanities, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice, Education, Natural Resources, the Environment, and Ecosystems
Hours of operation
Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Maximum students
15