Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is a federally recognized Indian tribe located on the San Manuel Indian Reservation near Highland, California. The Tribe, formerly known as the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, proudly reclaims their ancestral name —Yuhaaviatam (pronounced “yu-HAH-vee-ah-tahm”) — honoring the deep-rooted heritage and enduring legacy of their people. Exercising their inherent sovereign right to self-governance, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is committed to providing essential services to their citizens by building infrastructure, maintaining civil services, and promoting social, economic, and cultural development. As the Indigenous people of the San Bernardino highlands, passes, valleys, mountains, and high deserts, Yuhaaviatam have called this region home since time immemorial and are committed to remaining a productive partner in the San Bernardino region. Nearby cities and towns receive support from Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation in the way of monetary donations for cultural, social, and economic projects to benefit the common good of the communities in which they live and work. Today the tribal government oversees many governmental units including the departments of fire, public safety, education, and environment. Encompassing gaming, governmental operations, and other enterprises, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is one of the largest employers in San Bernardino County, employing over 7,500 people.