National AIA Transition Plan

The National Order of the Arrow Committee approved at the conclusion of 2022 an update to the Order’s American Indian policy that, beginning 1/1/2026, “any program involving American Indian traditions – such as dancing, costuming, drumming, crafts, and pow-wows – must be done in conjunction with a state or federally recognized tribe.” You can view the full announcement here.

See the FAQ answers at: https://oa-scouting.org/resources/aia-policy

The National Committee committed to provide lodges with a plan and timeline for the implementation of this policy. The pivotal elements of that timeline are provided in the FAQ above. Please contact aia@oa-bsa.org with questions or requests for clarifications.

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