The practice of Indigenous midwifery is a sacred, cultural, and medical tradition, protected under tribal law and federal statutes including, but not limited to, the American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA), P.L. 93-638 (Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act), and the Indian Health Care Improvement Act; and the Midwife practices solely under the jurisdiction and authority of the Federation Of Indigenous People, and her services are rendered to Indigenous families and communities consistent with our tribal laws, spiritual principles, and health sovereignty;