Sex offenders pose a pervasive threat to our sense of security. There are hundreds of registered sex offenders in our Native communities. Many pose little risk and have lived in their communities for decades without incident. Others are considered high risks for reoffending. Officials struggle with the best ways to keep the public safe while also protecting people’s right to privacy. Tribal governments have varying ways of monitoring sex offenders. We’ll get a snapshot of the situation and learn some of the options are for communities and individuals.