Information about the Native American Association of Germany and former voluntary services
Native Americans have been stationed in Germany since 1945. Far away from home they had get-togethers and hosted powwows that took place mainly on US Military installations, unnoticed by the German public.
Over the years, more and more Germans have taken part in their activities. Working hand in hand they organized cultural events, seminars with Native American guest speakers and powwows that were open to the public. In 1994, the Native American Association of Germany e.V. (NAAoG) was founded in order to maintain a meeting point and a first contact center over here in Germany. The NAAoG is politically and denominationally neutral.
For decades, the NAAoG provided the voluntary services listed below. Since 2014, the coordination and necessary extensive research for this work has been primarily carried out by the chairperson. Due to recent events, continuing all of these services on a voluntary basis is no longer possible. Further information can be found under
"News".
Summary of voluntary services
The following list summarizes voluntary services the Native American Association of Germany provided until mid-February 2026. Some services will be continued; others cannot be provided on a voluntary basis any longer.
Central Contact Center for Native Americans
- The NAAoG provides a central contact point for Native Americans visiting or living in Europe (temporarily or permanently). This service will be continued.
- The NAAoG previously assisted Native American businesses, artists, authors and guest speakers. This service can no longer be provided on a voluntary basis.
Education Information Center for Europeans
- The NAAoG serves as an information center for Europeans seeking reliable, first‑hand information about Native American nations and communities.
- The association raises awareness about stereotypes. and advises educational institutions by providing background material for teachers and educators.
These services will continue in an informational form via this website and other online resources.
Former voluntary services (no longer offered on a voluntary basis)
- Acting as a resource center for the national and international press
For more information, please visit the pages "Fake News" and "No instrumentalization"
- Serving as consultants for television documentaries in Europe
- Assisting in the development and compilation of educational materials for publishers
- Responding to specific questions on an individual basis