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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260121
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SUMMARY:California Native Youth Collective (CNYC) Convening [Rescheduled]
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 CNYC Fellows will come together for a second time — to close out their Fellowship in the nation’s capital where they will participate in a Hill Day visit to meet with their respective California delegates and learn more about federal policy. \nRead a recap of the final convening.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/2025-cnyc-closing-convening/
LOCATION:Aspen Institute Headquarters\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
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SUMMARY:2026 Creating Change Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the National LGBTQ Task Force\, this conference is the nation’s foremost political\, leadership\, and skills-building gathering for the LGBTQ movement. The event features a mix of day-long institutes\, keynote presentations\, annual awards and more than 100 workshops & caucuses.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/2026-creating-change-conference/
LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000
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SUMMARY:NAP Member Education Session: Protecting All Native Knowledge Journeys
DESCRIPTION:Education is more than a pathway forward for our communities; it is a bridge between generations\, carrying the wisdom of our elders into the future and ensuring our youth are set up to succeed. Native Americans in Philanthropy (NAP) is honored to hold space for our educators who are protecting the passing on of traditional knowledge and improving access to opportunities across Indian Country. As our Tribal Colleges and Universities face even more drastic underfunding\, this moment presents an opportunity for the philanthropic sector to uplift critical community development initiatives. \nJoin us for a very special conversation featuring Dr. Shelly C. Lowe (Navajo Nation)\, President of the Institute of American Indian Arts; Doris Tinsley (Shinnecock)\, Co-Founder of Native Americans in Higher Education and Mentorship; Julie Garreau (Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe)\, CEO of the Cheyenne River Youth Project; and Tracy L. Canard Goodluck (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin/Mvskoke Creek)\, Executive Director of the Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute as they share how philanthropy can better support thriving Native communities through sustainable education and guidance grounded in our cultural values and traditions. \nNAP is also excited to announce the return of Junior Moderators in each of our Member Education Sessions this year! Anagali Duncan (Cherokee Nation) will be joining this broadcast to help guide our conversation.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/nap-member-education-session-protecting-all-native-knowledge-journeys/
LOCATION:youtube.com/live/K1qtQ6IC3uo?utm_campaign=Membership%20Series&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--NSGO5r7VcyX3knl44OzE5Bx3K2XwteHzRwQ_JwWC9NmZQalWFXEma_7mR8EYjvPzyNccwOVzAQmlaozeHZWyDCczg01jgYU6rhCEQ35w_Zr2bT4E&_hsmi=376955979&utm_content=376955979&utm_source=hs_automation
CATEGORIES:External Event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Native Americans in Philanthropy (NAP)":MAILTO:info@nativephilanthropy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTSTAMP:20260414T212408
CREATED:20260114T161606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T200436Z
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SUMMARY:2026 AIHEC Legislative Summit
DESCRIPTION:The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) brings together presidents\, students and faculty from all 34 accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) to engage in meaningful dialogue on critical issues impacting Tribal higher education. \nCNAY speakers included Senior Program Associate Tahnee Poafpybitty & 2023 Champion for Change Samuel Hiratsuka.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/2026-aihec-legislative-summit/
LOCATION:YOTEL DC\, 415 New Jersey Avenue\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,External Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC)":MAILTO:info@aihec.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
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SUMMARY:Champs Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Champions for Change begin their CNAY journey with a series of recognition events in Washington\, DC\, known as Champs Week. This national recognition provides an initial platform to amplify their leadership stories and a variety of resources that enhance their advocacy skills.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/champs-week-2026/
LOCATION:Aspen Institute Headquarters\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Native American Youth (CNAY)":MAILTO:cnayinfo@aspeninstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T162953Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Champions for Change Panel
DESCRIPTION:From Alaska to Hawai’i\, Oregon to North Carolina\, the 2026 Champions for Change represent the next generation of U.S. and Tribal leadership. Join the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at the Aspen Institute for a public panel discussion with six emerging Indigenous leaders about the issues impacting young people across the country — from rural education and economic development to mental health and sovereignty. Dawson Her Many Horses\, 2023 Alumni of the Aspen Institute Finance Leaders Fellowship and Managing Director at Wells Fargo\, will moderate the panel. \n\nJoin us on Tuesday\, February 10 from 4-5pm at the Aspen Institute DC Office or via livestream for attendees who are not based in Washington\, DC. View the recording of the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pby_n44lf7A  \n\n— \nThe 2026 class joins the decade-strong Champions for Change (‘Champs’) program\, a Native youth leadership initiative inclusive of nearly 60 active alumni. This year’s cohort reflects the diverse cultures\, bright futures and overall resiliency of the Indigenous Peoples of the United States\, and CNAY is honored to amplify their stories and further their leadership journeys. \nEVENT DATE: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 \nEVENT TIME: 4:00 – 5:00PM ET\n*Refreshments to follow \nLOCATION:  The Aspen Institute | 2300 N Street NW\, Washington\, DC 20037a\n Gildenhorn Conference Room | 7th Floor \n\n\nSPEAKERS: \nIntroductory Remarks \n\nDaniel R. Porterfield\, President & CEO of the Aspen Institute\nTracy L. Canard Goodluck\, Executive Director of CNAY (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin & Mvskoke Creek)\n\nModerator | Dawson Her Many Horses (Rosebud Sioux Tribe of South Dakota) \n2026 Champions for Change \n\nSebastian April (Mi’kmaq)\nMcKaylin Peters (Menominee) \nZianne Richardson (Haliwa-Saponi) \nKaylah Toves (Kanaka Maoli & Acoma Pueblo) \nSummer Wildbill (Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation)\nMoses Wiseman (Village of Chefornak)
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/2026-champions-for-change-panel/
LOCATION:Aspen Institute Headquarters\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T160000
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SUMMARY:Youth250: Our Declaration
DESCRIPTION:Youth250: Our Declaration is a once-in-a-generation gathering of young adults shaping America’s future — the founders of our next chapter. As the nation looks toward its 250th anniversary in 2026\, this in-person event places Gen Z at the center of the conversation\, spotlighting their creativity\, leadership and vision for what comes next.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/youth250-our-declaration/
LOCATION:National Constitution Center\, 525 Arch St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,External Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260414T212408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T200541Z
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Wiring the Rez:  Innovation Across Indian Country
DESCRIPTION:Across Indian Country\, American Indian Nations and Native entrepreneurs are using technology to break through geographic and infrastructure barriers\, opening doors to new business sectors and expanding digital sovereignty. As communities continue “wiring the rez\,” online enterprises are becoming powerful drivers of economic self-determination—but they also bring complex legal\, regulatory and operational questions. \nFor twelve years\, Wiring the Rez has united Tribal leaders\, Native business owners\, scholars\, technologists\, and industry experts committed to strengthening sovereignty in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Together\, the conference community examines the next generation of opportunities and challenges—from e-commerce to artificial intelligence—and charts pathways for resilient\, self-determined digital futures across Indian Country.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/wiring-the-rez-2026/
LOCATION:Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino\, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260414T212408
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SUMMARY:2026 CNAY Fellowship Convening
DESCRIPTION:Fellows from all three 2026 cohorts (announcement forthcoming) — Brave Heart\, CA Native Youth Collective & Remembering Our Sisters — will come together to build community and kick off the program in a good way.
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/2026-cnay-fellowship-convening/
LOCATION:Palm Springs\, CA\, Palm Springs\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening,Youth Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Native American Youth (CNAY)":MAILTO:cnayinfo@aspeninstitute.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260402
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SUMMARY:Protecting Our Children Conference
DESCRIPTION:National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA) hosts the largest national gathering on Native child advocacy issues. With over 2\,000 attendees\, this three-day conference is the premier national event addressing Tribal child welfare and well-being. \nOn Monday\, March 30 at 1:30pm CST\, Tahnee Poafpybitty & Roxy Sprowl  will be presenting — alongside Anita Horner from Casey Family Programs — Building Communities of Hope: A Training Guide to Bridge Lived Experience with Practice. \nThis workshop explores how culturally grounded leadership and resilience mechanisms support the well-being of Native youth in foster care. Participants will learn about CNAY’s co-created Native Foster Youth Well-Being curriculum\, which transforms lived experience into advocacy and systemic change. Through discussion\, reflection\, youth-led insights\, storytelling and a brief cultural activity\, we will examine how culture\, identity and good medicine can strengthen resilience and leadership. This session highlights how centering Native lived experience experts creates pathways for child welfare systems reforms to promote the advancement of Indian child welfare and culturally rooted wellness across communities. \n 
URL:https://www.cnay.org/event/national-indian-child-welfare-associations-nicwa-annual-protecting-our-children-conference/
LOCATION:Oklahoma City Convention Center\, 100 Mick Cornett Dr\, Oklahoma\, 73109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,External Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Indian Child Welfare Association":MAILTO:info@nicwa.org
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