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Indigenous community

How we represent

Native Americans have been contributing to IBM’s inclusive culture for over three decades. Through individual and company support, IBM shares a deeper understanding and appreciation of Native/Indigenous peoples. We are helping to elevate IBM as an appealing place to work for the Native/Indigenous population.

    Faces of our community

    Meet Indigenous community members paving the way at IBM

    Tara Astigarraga

    Master Inventor

    Rodrick Sims

    Application Developer Apprentice

    Numbers

    574

    tribal sovereign nations within the US

    1.7%

    5.2 million people (or 1.7% of the US population) identify as AI/AN (American Indian/Alaska Native)

    2/3

    Nearly 2/3 of reservation lands were taken from tribal nations and given to settlers (as a result of the General Allotment Act of 1887)

    Associations

    We’re teaming with external organizations devoted to making a difference, leveraging research and offering resources to our employees.

    American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Haskell Indian Nations University Tribal Net
    Pivotal moments
    1997

    Formation of Employee Network groups–inclusive of Native/Indigenous peoples.


    2002

    First Native American @ IBM Leadership Council Conference—Armonk, New York.


    2004

    IBM Canada began working alongside Canadian governments and industry to improve accessibility, infrastructure and skills in Aboriginal communities across Canada.


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    Every one of us is a complex combination of diverse characteristics. Learn more about other communities and embrace all aspects of identity.

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