NIEA is committed to ensuring that educators, advocates, and students are able to access the resources needed to help improve the quality of Native education.

Whether it’s providing networking and learning opportunities at our annual Convention and Trade Show, gathering information from members during our state-wide training events, or providing advocacy support at our annual Head to the Hill Day, NIEA continuously works to improve access to information and resources.

NIEA 55th Annual Convention and Trade Show

The NAFOA Conference gathers semiannually in the Spring for our Annual Conference and the Fall for the Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference to discuss the current trends in tribal economic development and share resources with tribal financial professionals.

NAFOA Fall Finance and Tribal Economies Conference

The Indian Gaming Association's Mid-Year Conference & Expo is the meeting place for leaders in the tribal gaming community. The intimate event offers the perfect combination of learning, networking and sharing ideas on today's hottest topics in gaming.

The Indian Gaming Association's Mid-Year Conference & Expo will return this September 16 - 18, 2024 to Tulalip Resort Casino, which is owned and operated by the Tulalip Tribes in Tulalip, Washington.

Indian Gaming Association Mid Year Conference 

Since 1976, the World Wilderness Congress has helped nature defenders from around the world gather to develop new strategies and actions for our wild Earth.

Beginning in South Africa as a partnership between famed South African game ranger, Ian Player, and his Zulu mentor, Magqubu Ntombela (you can read more about their friendship 

), the Congress was convened to bring together wilderness advocates from around the world to address the root cause of the environmental crisis: a broken relationship with nature.

We invite you to join WILD12, the next gathering of the World Wilderness Congress to be a part of a historic moment when wilderness is reinterpreted through the lens of traditional cultures, rooting Indigenous principles and lifeways at the center of the movement to keep Earth wild. 

12th World Wilderness Congress WILD12 

Women Empowering Women for Indigenous Nations Conference

AIHEC provides leadership and influences public policy on American Indian higher education issues through advocacy, research, and program initiatives; promotes and strengthens Indigenous languages, cultures, communities, and tribal nations; and through its unique position, serves member institutions and emerging tribal colleges and universities. AIHEC works closely with tribal councils, local, regional, and national tribal education organizations to develop curriculum that meets the needs of our tribal government and leadership.

American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) Annual Conference

Unity’s Mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical, & social development of American Indian & Alaska Native youth and to help build a strong, unified, & self-reliant Native America though greater youth involvement.

National Indian Youth Unity Conference 

NIHSDA National Indian Head Start Management Training Convention

NAIHC is composed of 288 members representing 474 tribes and housing organizations. For over 25 years, Tribal housing programs have utilized the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act, or NAHASDA, to improve housing opportunities throughout tribal communities. NAHASDA is a critical mechanism for Tribal housing programs to receive funding while providing more control over affordable housing decisions and flexibility to address specific housing needs.

National American Indian Housing Conference 50th Annual Convention and Tradeshow

Who Should Attend: Tribal Council; Tribal Law Enforcement; Tribal Legal & Court Staff; Tribal Administrator’s; Tribal Director’s; Casino Management & Security Staff 

The following are noted guest speakers:  Under the Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA) Tribes have the choice to apply for jurisdiction when a non-native person commits a crime of domestic violence on their reservation. At the summit U.S. Attorneys of the U.S. Department of Justice will present on the VAWA, and the U.S. Code §1304, that gives tribal jurisdiction over crimes of domestic violence. Special Tribal guest speakers will discuss their experience applying for VAWA & gaining jurisdiction.  Discussion will be held on the new state law creating an alert system for MMIWP in Washington State.  We have invited the FBI Task Force on Human Trafficking to discuss how tribes can partner with the FBI when tribe’s experience human trafficking on the reservation. 

Contact Rosina DePoe, Deputy Director and Tradeshow Manager at deputy@washingtonindiangaming.org or 360-352- 3248 for more information. Every Tribal Supervisor needs to attend this workshop. Other guest speakers will discuss issues of human trafficking, child sexual exploitation, and missing and murdered indigenous wo/men & people. RSVP: siouxlee.debbie@nisqually-nsn.gov or call 360-456-5221 x1121 and ask for Deborah S. Lee

5th Annual Protecting our Sovereignty Tribal Summit

The 2024 Northwest Indian Gaming Conference and Expo is a unique opportunity for community members to learn about the current state of gaming in Washington and throughout Indian Country. Attendees get up-to-date information on gaming technology, management solutions, gaming regulations & the current political issues that affect Tribal gaming operations. 

2024 Northwest Indian Gaming Conference and Expo 

Oweesta’s annual Native CDFI Capital Access Convening (CAC) will take place June 10-12, 2024 in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico.

Held each year, the Capital Access Convening provides an important opportunity for practitioners, investors, and funders to focus on the impact Native CDFIs are making in their communities, take advantage of training, and celebrate one another.

Over the years, the annual Native CDFI Capital Access Convening is the premier event for the Native CDFI movement. This multi-day event includes intensive training for Native CDFIs, a closed-door session for funders and investors, and networking opportunities. Together, we build on our collective voice to advance economic justice across Indian Country.

Oweesta Corporation 2024 Capital Access Convening

REGISTER NOW for the NCAI 2024 
Mid Year Convention & Marketplace

June 1- 6 • Cherokee, NC at Harrah's Cherokee

At NCAI's 2024 Mid Year Convention & Marketplace, attendees will have the opportunity to work collaboratively to protect and enhance tribal sovereignty. This will be an in-person convention, which will take place in Cherokee, NC at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort. Tribal leaders, NCAI members, Native youth, and partners from across Indian Country will gather to embark upon a new era of Nation-to-Nation engagement, which will include: proactive strategy development, advocacy, and much more.



Registration is open for the NCAI 2024 
Mid Year Convention & Marketplace

2024 Mid Year Convention & Marketplace

Join us as we celebrate the Return of the Mother Town

Stickball Demonstration • Social Dances • Dinner



Friday, May 31, 2024 
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.


3831 Ela Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713

Kituwah Preservation & Education Program
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Join us as we celebrate the Return of the Mother Town.
Friday, May 31, 2024 • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Kituwah Mound
3831 Ela Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713

Annual Kituwah Celebration

The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) National Tribal Health Conference is a week-long event that serves American Indian and Alaska Natives in the space of health - behavioral and public health. The conference will showcase the interconnectedness of policy, advocacy, and Indian health best practices. Programming includes tribal listening and consultation sessions, hands-on training opportunities, plenary sessions, and workshops that cover timely topics such as funding for Indian Health, the business of medicine, health equity, Indigenous determinants of health, tribal public health, behavioral health, culture, environmental health, and climate change. The conference also includes focus areas on Native youth, tribal veterans, and elders, a fitness event, exhibit hall and marketplace, culture night, poster sessions, and Heroes in Health Awards Gala and Outstanding Service Awards. For more details on registration, the calls for proposal, please visit the NTHC event site.

2024 National Tribal Health Conference: Tribal Health Equity on Our Terms

In 1953 farsighted tribal leaders in the Northwest formed the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians, and dedicated it to tribal sovereignty and self-determination. Today, ATNI is a nonprofit organization representing 57 Northwest tribal governments from Oregon, Idaho, Washington, southeast Alaska, Northern California, and Western Montana. ATNI is an organization whose foundation is composed of the people it is meant to serve.

Affiliated Tribes of NW Indians Mid Year Conference

This Annual Fund Raiser will be held at the Muckleshoot New Hotel. 5 – 9 pm. The NW Indian College Foundation is supporting 1,000 students from 130 different Tribes who are attending NW Indian College. The College is the only regional tribal college in the area and has six (7) Northwest campus sites: Lummi Main Campus, Swinomish Tribal Community, Tulalip Tribes, Port Gamble S'Klallam, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, and Nisqually Indian Tribe in Washington State. The sixth site is located on the reservation of the Nez Perce Tribe in Idaho State. The NWICF solicits and facilitates private philanthropy, corporations, foundations, governments,  tribal and related contributions to or for the benefit of our Endowment Program to fund student scholarships, research, and program services as designated by the NWIC Foundation Board of Directors. For more info: 360-594-1501 or BJLewis@NWIC.Edu. 

NW Indian College Foundation Annual Meeting

The Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA) Conference gathers semiannually in the Spring for our Annual Conference and the Fall for the Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference to discuss the current trends in tribal economic development and share resources with tribal financial professionals. 

NAFOA 42nd Annual Conference 

Join us for the 2024 Tribal Self-Governance Conference, a must-attend event for Tribal leaders, Tribal officials, Federal partners, and those who work closely with Tribal communities! This in-person conference will be held at the Gila River Indian Community’s 

in Chandler, Arizona. Get ready for enlightening discussions, informative workshops, and networking opportunities. Discover innovative strategies to strengthen Tribal Self-Governance and improve the health and well-being of Tribal communities.

Don’t miss out on this incredible event!

2024 Tribal Self-Governance Annual Conference

Each year, NICWA hosts the largest national gathering on American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) child advocacy issues. With over 1,600 attendees—and growing every year—this three-day conference has become the premiere national event addressing tribal child welfare and well-being. Keynote speakers range from federal officials at the highest level of government to youth with lived experience in child welfare systems.

New this year! For those who can’t make it to Seattle, we have a virtual option. All three of our amazing general sessions with over a dozen wonderful speakers will be broadcast virtually. If you can’t make it in person, consider being a virtual attendee.

NICWA provides meaningful programming to conference attendees, creating a space where participants can learn about the latest developments and best practices from experts in the field and from one another. Participants represent a cross-section of fields and interests including child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice service providers; legal professionals; students; advocates for children; and tribal, state, and federal leaders. 

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