American Indian Center of Arkansas

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About American Indian Center of Arkansas

The American Indian Center of Arkansas (AICA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Native American and Alaska Native communities through comprehensive workforce development and support services. Based in Little Rock, AR, AICA offers a diverse range of programs designed to improve quality of life and economic opportunity for Indigenous populations. The organization operates several key initiatives including WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) and WORC (Workforce Opportunities in Rural Communities) programs that provide employment training and job placement services. AICA's SCSEP (Senior Community Service Employment Program) serves low-income seniors aged 55 and over, helping them develop marketable skills and secure gainful employment. The center also administers the Accessing Choices in Education (ACE) program, which supports Native American youth in grades K-12 with educational resources and achievement assistance. For individuals struggling with substance use, AICA provides the MATPDOA program, offering medication-assisted treatment services for those with opioid use disorders. Additionally, the Native Connections program addresses behavioral health needs of Native youth and young adults, reducing suicidal behavior, substance abuse, and mental illness while supporting their transition to adulthood. With continuous operation since 1977, AICA maintains governance by a Native American and Alaska Native board of directors, ensuring authentic community representation and culturally responsive service delivery throughout Arkansas.