3rd Annual Native & Indigenous Research Symposium

We invite Native and Indigenous students and all students at SDSU committed to the sovereign identity and progress of Indigenous Peoples to submit a proposal. Participants of all disciplines of study are encouraged to center Indigenous constructions of knowledge and the relational and reciprocal aspects of research. Presentation proposals may address but are not limited…

Decolonizing Economics Summit 2023

A 3-day virtual conference with an in-person closing ceremony on April 22nd in McKinleyville, CA For more information, please visit: https://decolonizingeconomicssummit.org/

2023 State ICWA Conference

Bear River Band of Rohnerville Rancheria Tish Non Community Center Loleta, CA, United States

"Upholding ICWA Through Partnerships & Equity"   Organized by California Department of Social Services and Hosted by: Yurok Tribe   Limited lodging available through Bear River Casino (707) 633-0949 or (800) 761-2327 Additional lodging can be found in Fortuna, CA (approximately 6 miles from venue) For more information, please feel free to contact Valerie Ryles…

Acorn Conference 2023

Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House 431 South Main Street, Ukiah, CA, United States

Marshall McKay Seminar for Empowering Native Knowledge: Perspectives on Native Basketry

The Autry Museum of the American West 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Named in honor of Marshall McKay, former Chairman of the Yoche Dehe Wintun Nation Tribal Council and the first Native person to serve as Chair of the Autry’s Board, the Marshall McKay Seminar seeks to empower Native knowledge by exploring topics that impact Indian Country—and beyond. This year’s seminar will focus on Native basketry with…

2024 DOE Tribal Clean Energy Summit & Tribal Listening Session

Pechanga Resort & Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula, CA, United States

Tribes Leading the Way in Clean Energy Approximately every two years, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy along with other DOE offices convenes Tribal Leaders and energy stakeholders to exchange ideas promoting energy infrastructure development for Tribes and Tribal communities. Tribal Leaders and their subject matter experts—together with the DOE, the…

2024 American Indian Youth Conference & Basketball Tournament

The American Indian Students Association (AISA) at UCLA will be hosting their annual Youth Conference and Basketball Tournament On March 1st-3rd. AIR will be assisting through this event to outreach to more Native youth, so please join AISA and AIR as we combine culture, academia, and fun into one great experience!   This event is…

California Truth & Healing Council March 2024 Quarterly Meeting

We are happy to announce both locations for the upcoming California Truth & Healing Council for the March 2024 Quarterly Meeting in the Sonoma & Lake County regions. The previous post has been updated as well. We are thankful to be partnering with the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria & Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians…

Native American/Indigenous Education Summit

California State University, San Bernardino 5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, United States

Native American/Indigenous Education Summit for Culturally Responsive Instruction & Culturally Proficient Institutions For more information, please contact EdSummit@CINCollege.org  

42nd Annual Medicine Ways Conference

For over  four decades, UCR's Native American Student Association and Native American Student Programs have hosted the annual Medicine Ways Conference. Featured guests from across the nation are invited to partake in this event and admission is free to our students, faculty, staff, and community. This year's Medicine Ways Conference theme is  "Healing Through Traditions".…

North Coast Two Spirit Conference

Wharfinger Building 1 Marina Way, Eureka, California

In honor of LGBT History Month, Two Feathers, Queer Humboldt, and the Wiyot tribe are thrilled to spotlight the 2nd annual North Coast Two Spirit Conference ! 🎉✨ This year’s event is a powerful opportunity to celebrate and uplift Two Spirit voices and their essential role in our shared history and future. Whether you're a…

31st Annual CA State ICWA Conference

Table Mountain Casino Resort 777 Jackpot Lane, Friant, California

North Fork Rancheria and its Dept. of Children and Family Services is proud to announce its commitment to the Indian Child Welfare Act as the host of this year’s 31st Annual CA State ICWA Conference.

$250

24th Annual California Indian Law Conference & Awards Dinner

Pechanga Resort & Casino 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula, CA, United States

SAVE THE DATE! The 2024 CILA Conference will take place Thursday, October 3 - Friday, October 4, 2024, at the Pechanga Resort Casino, with optional pre-meetings on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

2024 California Indian Conference

Fresno State University 5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA, United States

After a four-year pandemic pause, the California Indian Conference (CIC ) is back!   A free Fri-Sat, Oct 18-19 event Fresno State University Library Building See attachment for details and a link to register & submit presentation, vendor, and info table proposals Any and all proposals featuring Native Californians past, present, and future are welcome…

Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum & Film Screening

UC San Diego Park and Market 1100 Market St, San Diego, California

Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 – Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum Time: 4-9 pm Location: UC San Diego Park & Market, 1100 Market St., San Diego, CA 92101 Join the forum for an extraordinary International Forum, co-hosted by the Kumeyaay and Maasai, bringing together Indigenous leaders from the USA, Kenya, Australia, Brazil, Japan, and beyond. This event offers: Insightful…

$10

Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop

Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 – Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum & Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop Join the forum at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography for an immersive workshop exploring the intersection of ocean sustainability and Indigenous knowledge. Build a full-sized tule reed boat with the opportunity to ride it, and engage in…

$10

18th National Indian Nations Conference

Palm Springs Convention Center 277 N Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, California

18th National Indian Nations Conference: Healing and Continuing to Stay Rooted The 18th National Indian Nations Conference will be held December 10–13, 2024, at the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Reservation. This conference is the largest U.S. Department of Justice-sponsored conference for the Tribal community. OVC is pleased to announce that registration for the…

$200

California Indian Education For All (CIEFA) Summit

Harrah's Resort Southern California 777 South Resort Drive, Valley Center, California

Welcome to the California Indian Education For All Summit! Join the organization for an exciting in-person event at Harrah's Resort Southern California. The CIEFA Summit is a unique opportunity for collaboration and learning, bringing together PK-12 educators, administrators, Title VI committee members, Tribal Education staff, college/university faculty, and tribal community members. They aim to foster a…

$375

44th Annual California Conference on American Indian Education

California State University, Chico 400 West 1st Street, Chico, California

All are welcome to join the 44th Annual California Conference on American Indian Education for a celebration of Indigenous culture and learning!

$33.85

2025 National UNITY Conference

Town and Country Resort San Diego 500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, California

The National UNITY Conference is an impactful five-day youth-led annual event held every July in a pre-selected region of the U.S. About 2,500 Native youth and advisors are expected to attend the 2025 National UNITY Conference in San Deigo, California, (June 27 – July 1, 2025). The National UNITY Conference complete with general sessions, regional…

$375
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