Unseen Realities: How Data and Place Shapes Food Access and Security for Urban American Indians/Alaska Natives

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Food security among American Indian/Alaska Native families living in urban areas (urban AI/AN) is often overlooked, as many mistakenly believe that AI/AN people live predominantly on reservation lands.

Despite residing in areas traditionally associated with lower food insecurity rates, evidence suggests urban AI/AN people may experience greater food insecurity than AI/AN people living in rural areas or on reservation. 

This article discusses the birth of urban Indian communities, missing local-level data on food access, and addressing data violence to strengthen policies to lessen food insecurity and health disparities.