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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".…
California Indian Studies and Scholars Association 2nd Annual Conference
May 16 - 18, 2024 at University of California, Riverside Register here! https://forms.gle/Xm6dYyR6UBUugmQz5 Here is the Zoom link! tinyurl.com/CISSA2024
2024 International Conference of Indigenous Archives, Libraries, and Museums.
Sovereign Futures: Weaving Tradition and Innovation Conference Registration is now available until August 15th. Palm Springs, California November 12-14, 2024 https://www.atalm.org/conference-2024/
North Coast Two Spirit Conference
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
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.
24th Annual California Indian Law Conference & Awards Dinner
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
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…
2024 International Conference of Indigenous Archives, Libraries, and Museums
Sovereign Futures: Weaving Tradition and Innovation Palm Springs, California November 12-14, 2024 https://www.atalm.org/conference-2024/
Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum & Film Screening
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…
Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop
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…
18th National Indian Nations Conference
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…
California Indian Education For All (CIEFA) Summit
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…
2nd Bi-Annual 2SLGBTQ+ Conference
Join the organization on December 18, 2024, from 8 AM to 5 PM at the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians Government Center for a transformative event! Registration 8-9 AM Welcome/Opening 9AM Lunch will be served. Connect with advocates, allies, and professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Don’t miss this chance to be part of an…
Healing the Earth Conference 2025
AISES is pairing up with UC Riverside and their Native American Student Programs to invite you the Healing the Earth Conference. This year's conference addresses land stewardship in different fields of STEAM ranging from the forest conservation, traditional ecological knowledge, and more! Register here: https://ucriverside.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6flJr3mehBXe2ay
California Indian Studies and Scholars Association 3rd Annual Conference and Gathering
"Intellectual Genealogies and Radical Relations" Hosted at San Diego State University on Kumeyaay Homelands. Pre-conference event with Dr. Bayley Marquez, February 12 at Scripps Cottage, SDSU from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Healing the Earth Conference
Attend this year's Conference addressing land stewardship in different fields of STEAM ranging from the forst conservation, traditional ecological knowledge, and more! AISES- UC Riverside and Native American Student Program present Healing the Earth Conference, February 15th 8:30-2:00 pm. Sign up with link below: https://ucriverside.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6flJr3mehBXe2ay
5th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium (NIRAS)
Howka (Kumeyaay greeting)! The Native Resource Center (NRC) at San Diego State University (SDSU) warmly invites you to participate in their 5th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium (NIRAS) taking place from March 6-7, 2025 at Scripps Cottage on the SDSU campus. NIRAS serves as an academic space to uplift diverse Native and…
44th Annual California Conference on American Indian Education
All are welcome to join the 44th Annual California Conference on American Indian Education for a celebration of Indigenous culture and learning!
43rd Annual Medicine Ways Conference – Save the Date!
**SAVE THE DATE** APRIL 19, 2025 UC RIVERSIDE, STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 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…
43rd Annual Medicine Ways Conference
Save the date for the 43rd Annual Medicine Ways Conference! This year's theme is "Healing the Past, Empowering the Future". Please join the program on Saturday, April 19th, 2025 in the Student Success Center at UC Riverside! For over four decades, UCR's Native American Student Association and Native American Student Programs have hosted the annual…
Caring For Our Lands: California Public Domain Allottees Conference 2025
Caring For Our Lands: California Public Domain Allottees Conference 2025 This conference aims to support public domain allottees in California in accessing and stewarding their lands in a changing climate. About the Conference: The organization's annual public domain allotments conference will be held in collaboration with the University of California in Davis at Rolling Hills…
Caring For Our Lands: California Public Domain Allottees Conference 2025
Join the organization on May 30-31, 2025 at the Rolling Hills Casino and Resort for a transformative gathering aimed at supporting California’s public domain allottees in accessing and stewarding their lands. First-time attendees will be prioritized for travel funding, so don’t miss your chance to be a part of this crucial conversation. Register here: https://www.capdaa.org/events…
California Native Harm Reduction Summit: Rooted in Tradition, Rising to Action
The California Native Harm Reduction Summit, "Rooted in Tradition, Rising to Action," brings together Tribal and urban Native community members, people with lived and living experience of drug use, health professionals, government representatives, and local leaders to address the ongoing challenges around substance use and stigma. This gathering fosters meaningful discussions on how harm reduction strategies can break down barriers to care, expand access to integrated treatment, and strengthen community…
2025 National UNITY Conference
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…
Live Your Language Alliance (LYLA) 2025 Conference
The Live Your Language Alliance (LYLA) was formed in 2007 by local Native Language Revitalization Teachers because there is a need to share resources, network with other language teachers, and offer support opportunities for language revitalization. LYLA provides Native language revitalization training and support to the tribes located in Humboldt and Del Norte counties in…
25th Annual California Indian Law Conference
CILA invites you to their 25th Annual California Indian Law Conference & Awards Dinner, October 22-24, 2025 at Graton Resort and Casino. 9.0 MCLE (CA) credits (8.0 General and 1.0 Ethics - Participatory) are offered for all attendees. Confirmation will be provided upon circulation of the final agenda. Conference fees include a welcome dinner Wednesday night.…
MMIP Training Conference
This free training seminar is a pivotal MMIP collaboration between tribal representatives, legal professionals, victims’ advocates, healing and wellness experts, policymakers, and law enforcement agencies throughout California. Janet K. Bill (Chukchansi), Director of Office of Native American Affairs (ONAA) in the California Office of the Attorney General, is the primary instructor. She and other subject…
CNPS 2026 Conference: Growing the Movement
Save the Date! The CNPS 2026 Conference: Growing the Movement is just around the corner! Conference Dates: February 5-7, 2026. Workshops & Field Trips: February 3-4, 2026. The CNPS Conference, held every three years, is a celebration of California’s vibrant native plant movement. Whether you're new to the community or a seasoned member, join the…
UCR AISES: Healing the Earth Conference 2026
REGISTER TODAY for the annual UCR AISES Healing the Earth Conference hosted by UCR AISES, NASP, and the UCR School of Medicine. The slogan for this year's conference is "Honoring our past, healing the future". Our theme is traditional healing, traditional medicines, and inspiring future healers within our communities. This includes exploring our healing practices,…
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