Past Events

Events

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.

UTTC Tribal Leaders Summit

Bismarck Event Center 315 S 5th St, Bismarck, ND, United States

Our leadership development team is tabling at the United Tribes Technical College Tribal Leaders Summit. The Summit runs from September 5-7, 2023 at the Bismarck Event Center.

MCN Annual Conference

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN, United States

The NGC team is presenting at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits' Annual Conference again this year! Stop by our breakout session, "How to Talk about Native Nations," to learn helpful tips for respectfully referring to Native people and nations.

TikTok and Sovereignty

Zoom

Hear from Indigenous content creators about their real-life experiences using TikTok to educate and activate about sovereignty.

Indigenous People’s Weekend Basketball Expo

Harding High School 1540 6th St E, St. Paul, MN, United States

Join us during the Indigenous People’s Weekend Basketball Expo in St. Paul, MN! We’ll have a table set up during the event.

NGC at Owamni Falling Water Festival

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

Native Governance Center is tabling at the Owamni Falling Water Festival on Indigenous Peoples' Day weekend.

Rebuilding Native Nations Lunch and Learn: A Taste of Rebuilding

Zoom

Are you a Native leader looking to create change in your community? Do you want to better understand how strong Tribal governance structures can benefit your nation? Join us to learn about Native nation rebuilding and how the rebuilding principles can benefit you in your current role, your community, and your nation. This event is […]

Give to the Max Day 2023

Celebrate Give to the Max Day 2023 with us by supporting our "Where's Wayne" campaign! We've set a goal to raise $35,000 by November 16.

NGC at Lakota Nation Invitational

Barnett Arena 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd N., Rapid City, South Dakota

Our Tribal Governance Support Program Manager, Michaela, will be at the Lakota Nation Invitational in Rapid City, SD on December 13th-16th.

Tribal Leaders Dinner

RedRossa Italian Grill 808 West Sioux Ave, Suite #200, Pierre, SD, United States

Join us for a Tribal leaders dinner coinciding with South Dakota's State Tribal Relations Day 2024!

NGC at NCAI Executive Winter Session

Westin Washington, DC Downtown 999 9th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Our Tribal Governance Support team will be attending the NCAI executive winter session from February 12-15, 2024. The event will take place at the Westin Washington, DC Downtown.

RES 2024: Find us at the Reservation Economic Summit

Caesars Palace 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, United States

Our team is attending the 2024 Reservation Economic Summit (RES) from March 11-14, 2024. Find us at our session or the Trade Show!

Event Resources

Financial Management Practices Across Native Nations

Learn how strong financial practices empower Native nations, communities, and citizens.

Advancing Native Organizing Guide

Native organizing empowers Native nations and communities to build relationships, uplift leaders, create solutions, and change systems to advance their sovereignty and self-determination. It’s essential that organizing respects and supports the sovereignty of Native nations.

Dispelling Common Myths About Indian Country Guide

It is important to shift the narrative of Indian Country away from harmful stereotypes to positive images, recognition, and appreciation.