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Navajo Methamphetamine Task Force

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The Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development
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2007

Navajo Methamphetamine Task Force

Navajo Methamphetamine Task Force
NAVAJO METHAMPHETAMINE TASK FORCE

Taking a proactive stance on policy issues, options, and recommendations in the areas of prevention, treatment, and/or enforcement, the Methamphetamine Task Forces actively combat a tidal wave of destruction within their communities. Drawing upon education, community involvement, cultural philosophies, and collaborations to address the burgeoning crisis, the Task Forces incorporate participation from elders, youth, recovered addicts and current users, law enforcement, health officials, and policy makers to embrace "The Beauty Way of Life," and systematically combat what many view as the most dire crisis in recent history.

citizen education, community health, crime prevention, law enforcement, task force
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Navajo Nation
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Honoring Nations Reports
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Health and Social Services

"Navajo Methamphetamine Task Forces". Honoring Nations: 2006 Honoree. The Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. Cambridge, Massachusetts. 2007. Report.  

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