Marlene Summers
Oneida Nation (photo: Diane Poplawski, OP)

Mission

The mission of Las Casas is to seek justice in the lives of Native Americans.

Goals

• To be a hopeful presence walking with Native/Indigenous People.
• To affirm and promote Native/Indigenous People self-determination and their freedom to express their culture, language and religion.
• To provide Dominican men and women opportunities to collaborate in ministry with Native/Indigenous People.
• To promote awareness among Dominicans regarding justice issues currently affecting Native/Indigenous People.

Focus

The focus of Las Casas is to grant funds in support of Dominicans in ministry with Native/Indigenous People.

Las Casas Ministry with Native Americans has been honored at the National Museum of the American Indian with a permanently named brick on the Honor Wall. (3rd tablet, line 2 center, 4th floor)

Las Casas Board Members