About Us
Inter-Tribal Council of California
The Inter-Tribal Council of California, Inc. (ITCC) is a statewide association of over 35 federally recognized tribes and Tribal organizations. This non-profit 501(c)3 organization was formed in 1968 to enhance the education, health, economic, cultural, and social status of all Native Americans in California. ITCC advocates and implements policies, programs and projects to strengthen sovereignty and improve the health and well-being of our tribal communities.
Our purpose
Our purpose is to unite the
Tribal people of California
Our purpose is to unite the Tribal people of California while developing and advocating policies and designing programs to address their unmet needs. ITCC believes in including under served and under represented Tribal Groups into its design and development process. The values of our rich, diverse, and multicultural heritage will be preserved and strengthened together.
Through collaborations ITCC, Tribal governments have gained more control and support of the programs that serve their communities. Our consultation process provides respect for our culture – our guiding principle. Direct communication with Tribal communities which works to support, empower tribes as a whole and their individual members.
Meaning of the I.T.C.C Symbol
The Indian is looking into the rising sun. He is facing the dawn of a new era.
The rainbow signifies the hope that the Indian has for a better future.
The bonds on his wrists are broken, indicating the new federal policies that extend greater Self Determination.
The feet of the Indianvare still firmly planted in Mother Earth.vMother Earth is thevsource of his rich cultural heritage.
The Indian is encased in the feathers of an eagle, which denotes the ultimate in freedom, of an eagle in flight.
We will build a future without surrendering a rich past.
Founding Members Of Inter-Tribal Council of California
Benjamin Magante
Ralph De Garmo
James Parcell
Warren Lincoln
Nelson Hopper
Erin Forrest
James Wessel
Dorthy Gonzales
Sammuel Harrison
An association designed for the Unity of All California Indians