For law enforcement to work successfully with tribal courts, child welfare workers, medical professionals, and other tribal, state, federal or private partners, it's helpful to understand their perspective. 

This brief cultural orientation, developed for OEM, is designed for non-Natives looking to consult with or partner with tribes.

Both TLOA and VAWA 2013 make it possible for tribal courts to exercise enhanced authority. However, courts need to work with tribal councils to amend the tribal code. Take this mini-course to get an overview of how to align code so it meets the requirements under each law, or both.