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Attending an event is a great way to get involved with and learn more about Native Governance Center! We host a variety of events for different audiences throughout the year. Check out our events calendar below to learn more about and register for our upcoming events.

Sponsor an Event

Our event sponsorship program offers businesses, nonprofits, and individuals the chance to meet their goals and partner with an Indigenous-led, community-focused organization. Our program will help you:

  • Increase visibility among your target audiences and/or new audiences.
  • Gain a customized, unique opportunity to promote your brand.
  • Demonstrate your commitment to giving back to the community, especially to BIPOC-led organizations.
  • Reach your potential customers through a channel/platform they trust.

Want to learn more about sponsorship? Visit our sponsorships page.

Latest Past Events

Native Nation Rebuilders AMA Session

Zoom

Interested in learning more about the Native Nation Rebuilders program? Join the Leadership Development team for a 30-minute overview of the Rebuilders program. We welcome you to stay on for an open Q&A for the last 30 minutes. No registration required. Join the planned session below: Sept. 10, 7-8 pm CST Click here to join […]

NGC at MCN & MCF Joint Annual Conference

Saint Paul RiverCentre 175 Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul

Native Governance Center invites you to connect with us at the MCN and MCF's 2024 Joint Conference. This event brings together nonprofit leaders, innovators, and community advocates to explore new ideas and strategies for impactful work. In collaboration with the Blandin Foundation, our staff will present on "Building Meaningful Partnerships with Native Nations and Organizations" […]

NGC at Owamni Falling Water Festival

Mill Ruins Park, Water Works and Father Hennepin Bluffs Park 102 Portland Ave S, Minneapolis

Native Governance Center is tabling at the Owamni Falling Water Festival during Indigenous Peoples’ Day weekend! Stop by our table and be sure to check out the other vendor and music options. Indigenous food will also be available. See you there!

Event Resources

Rebuilding Tribal Finance

In this explainer video, learn how Native nations can use Native Nation Rebuilding principles to strengthen their Tribal finance systems.

Partnering with Native Nations in a Good Way Guide

Are you interested in collaborating with Native nations but don't know where to start? Or, do you have an existing partnership and want to learn how to be a better relative? We created this guide to share best practices for partnering with Native nations in a good way. Developing meaningful partnerships shows respect for both sovereignty and elected leaders. When you follow a nation’s processes for outreach and engagement, you affirm Tribal sovereignty.

Minnesota Native American Essential Understandings for Educators

The idea of creating a Minnesota essential understandings document was recommended in Restoring Our Place,…