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Ralph Forquera

When Native person leaves the reservation, they lose their identity

Topic:
Identity
Descriptor:
Recognition
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About Ralph Forquera

Ralph Forquera is executive director for the Seattle Indian Health Board, and he is a member of the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians, Acjachmen Nation, from the San Juan Capistrano region of Southern California. He has spent much of his career working to improve the health and well-being of urban American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Tribal Affiliation

Juaneno Band of Mission Indians, Acjachmen Nation

Hometown

Seattle, Washington

Occupation

Executive Director for the Seattle Indian Health Board

Region

Northwest