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Meet the Executive Director: Dr. Amber Annis

Native Governance Center (NGC) recently welcomed Dr. Amber Annis (Cheyenne River Lakota) as its new executive director. Dr. Annis joined the organization from… Read More

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Introducing Our New Executive Director: Dr. Amber Annis

Native Governance Center (NGC) is thrilled to announce that Dr. Amber Annis (Cheyenne River Lakota), will be joining our organization as its new… Read More

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Executive Director Update

Wayne Ducheneaux II, our executive director, has announced his intention to step down from his role at NGC. Here’s a letter from Wayne explaining what’s… Read More

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NGC Receives Award from Minnesota Council of Nonprofits

Native Governance Center is the recipient of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits’ 2023 Mission Award for Anti-Racism Initiative. MCN’s Mission Award for Anti-Racism Initiative… Read More

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2022 Impact Report

We’re excited to announce the release of our 2022 Impact Report! View a summary on our reports page, or read the full report… Read More

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Sovereignty’s Best Friend

Systems change work can be hard work, and our Rez dogs are always there to keep us grounded. They are truly sovereignty’s best friend! Our… Read More

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Our 2021 Impact Report

We’re excited to announce the release of our 2021 Impact Report. In 2021, we came together as a team to redesign our values. We’re… Read More

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What’s new in Mni Sota Makoce?

Our executive director shares his thoughts on what recent state-level changes mean for Indigenous people and nations, and provides action steps you can take to advocate for further improvements. Read More

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Our New Values

Earlier this year, we redesigned our organizational values. (You can find them here.) We love how clear, concise,… Read More

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Indigenous Leaders in Governance

The Indigenous Leaders in Governance program, launched in early 2021, is specifically designed for elected Tribal leaders and offers a deep dive into traditional forms… Read More