WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) will host its 2026 Executive Council Winter Session (ECWS) on February 9–12 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
The week begins with the State of Indian Nations (SOIN) address on Monday, February 9, delivered by NCAI President Mark Macarro. The SOIN address presents Indian Country’s unified, formal voice to Congress, the Administration, and the nation, outlining crucial priorities and recommendations for federal action. Streaming details will be announced.
ECWS convenes the NCAI Executive Council, including its Executive Committee and Tribal delegates, for plenary programming, policy discussions, consultations, and Task Force meetings that advance Tribal priorities through government-to-government engagement.
Held in conjunction with ECWS, the Native Youth Leadership Summit (NYLS) is open to Native youth ages 14–24, providing a unique opportunity for Indian Country’s future leaders to strengthen their voice and advocacy skills at the national level.
Event Details
State of Indian Nations Address — Feb. 9, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. ET
ECWS — Feb. 9–12, 2026 | Begins at 1:00 p.m. ET on Feb. 9
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, West Salon G/H/I, Washington, D.C.
Media Contact: Dr. Mary Parker , mparker@ncai.org
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About the National Congress of American Indians:
Founded in 1944, the National Congress of American Indians is the oldest, largest, and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization in the country. NCAI advocates on behalf of Tribal governments and communities, promoting strong Tribal-federal government-to-government policies and a better understanding among the general public regarding American Indian and Alaska Native governments, people, and rights. For more information, visit www.ncai.org.
