The Ombudsperson shall monitor agency compliance with all laws governing child protection and placement, public education and housing issues related to child protection as they impact American Indian children through work with the courts, court officials, policy makers, service providers, social workers, guardians ad litem, and training. The Ombudsperson has the authority to investigate decisions or acts, and other matters of an agency, program or facility via complaints, systems and personnel, or upon personal initiative. The Ombudsperson shall be given access to any information in the possession of any agency deemed necessary to discharge duties. The Ombudsperson may subpoena any agency personnel or documents which the ombudsperson deems relevant to the matter.
ACTIVITY SUMMARY
Advisory to Ombudsperson and attendance at board meetings