Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is "ICAE"?

"ICAE" stands for Inter-tribal Council of AT&T Employees. It is The only AT&T recognized BRG for NATIVE AMERICANS. ICAE has established a cultural development arena which helps with career advancement and education, and encourages a better understanding of all employees, more specifically Native Americans. Before formation there was no official voice speaking to the leadership of AT&T on issues & concerns of Native American AT&T employees. We are that voice. We are a source for enhancing the awareness of all people within & outside AT&T.

 

2. What is a "BRG"?

"BRG" means Business Resource Group. A BRG is an employee group that is a full business partner with AT&T to develop the corporate diversity strategy, focusing on advancing AT&T's business strategy, and being employee advocacy resources which encourage good-will and community involvement.

(NOTE: This is changing to be Employee Resource Group, so the acronym will be changing to ERG)

 

3. Do you have to be a Native American to join?

No.  ICAE is open to anyone who supports ICAE's mission and goals. ALL brothers & sisters of the Great Father are welcome.

 

4. Do you have to be an active employee to join?

No.  Membership is open to all AT&T employees: active and retired as well as non-employees who are supportive of this organization's mission and goals. Only an active employee can hold office or chair a committee.

 

5. How do I find the chapter I would belong to?

The Web Site has a list of the COUNCILS for ICAE. Depending on your location, the closest council to you will probably be the one to belong to. Contact the Membership Committee chairperson listed elsewhere on this site or for general questions, contact one of the National Officers listed.

 

6. How much does it cost to join?

Dues are $25 annually (National is $10.00, Local $15.00), payable January 1.

 

7. How can I get a membership form?

You can access the membership application on the web. Print, complete and mail the application, along with the dues, to the National Treasurer.  Or you can call one of the contacts for a council close to you for an application, attend a Diversity Awareness Day where ICAE has a presence, or contact one of our members and they will be more than happy to help.

 

8. What kind of activities/community services/workshops does ICAE support or sponsor?

ICAE supports personal, professional, cultural, civic, and educational programs, nationally and locally, within the Native community, as well as Workshops done at our National Conferences.

Some Examples are:

1. Water shed clean-up program

2. Food for a clean-up program

3. Cultural seminars to educate the public about the Native American Indians

4. LIFE - Learning is for everyone - Collecting all kinds of used books to start libraries for the poorer Native American Reservations

5. NOAH's ARK - GA - working with abused children and animals

6. Bake sales

7. Shirt sale

8. Other council fundraisers

 

9. Can ICAE help me trace my heritage?

Not specifically at this time, but we can refer you to various other organizations and internet websites available which assist with researching Native American ancestry.

 

10. Does ICAE have a website?

Yes.

  • http://icae.home.att.net

     

    • 11. How do I start a Council?

    In order to form a new council there needs to be 5 or more members in good standing in a 25 mile geographical radius and you must contact one of the National officers with the intent to form.