Leyna O’NeillLeyna O’Neill

Leyna O'Neill (503) 222-4044, Ext. leyna@nicwa.org  Originally from New Jersey, Leyna made her way west in 2018 in search of tall trees and mountain views. She officially joined NICWA’s fiscal team in September 2024. She is excited to support the busy fiscal team...

About ICWA

About ICWA The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) was enacted in 1978 in response to a crisis affecting American Indian and Alaska Native children, families, and tribes. Studies revealed that large numbers of Native children were being separated from their parents,...

Juvenile Justice

Juvenile Justice Involvement in the juvenile justice system is correlated with experiencing child abuse and neglect. There is significant overlap between children and youth who are involved in the child welfare system and the juvenile justice system. Like the child...

Member of the Year Program

Nominate Someone for our Member of the Year Award! NICWA Member or Program of the Year—Award Guidelines NICWA members are invited to submit nominations for the Member or Program of the Year Award. This award honors and recognizes either: An individual NICWA member who...