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The Native American Human Resources Association NAHRA is a nonprofit organization established for the purpose of developing a Human Resources Network whereby members can communicate and share information relative to respective Human Resources Departments needs and employment practices. The Association collectively addresses various tribes and other entities to enhance professional development for each member. The NAHRA concept began in July of 2000 and was formally established through the passage of NAHRA bylaws in November of 2000. Tribes who were initially involved in the establishment of and current participation in the NAHRA include the San Felipe Acoma Jemez Five Sandoval Santa Ana Santa Clara Sandia Cochiti Santo Domingo Zuni and Pojoaque Pueblos Jicarilla Apache Hopi and Navajo Tribes.