Native Diabetes Wellness Program (NDWP)
Grantees
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe
(North/South Dakota)
Program title: Native Gardens Project: An Indigenous Permaculture Approach to the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes. The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is reclaiming cultural knowledge and traditions to promote health and prevent type 2 diabetes across eight districts in North and South Dakota. Strong partnerships with the Standing Rock Nutrition for the Elderly Program United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services and Senior Farmer’s Market Program, Sioux County Extension Service, Boys and Girls Clubs, and National Relief Charities have yielded early results, aligning with a number of CDC's recommended strategies for communities striving to promote health and prevent obesity. The partners increased availability and access to fresh local foods in their first year. Three farmers’ markets and four roadside stands were established and over 60% of local foods vouchers distributed to elders have been redeemed, totaling over $17,000 in fresh foods and encouragement for local farmers.
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- CDC Diabetes Public Inquiries
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