Become a Rebuilder
Program Update
We’re launching an extensive update to Native Nation Rebuilders’ leadership development program to meet modern challenges head-on and strengthen our rising leaders to best serve our regional communities. In order to create new opportunities for future Rebuilders, we have intentionally paused recruitment for Cohort 16 until the re-development process is complete.
During this pause, we plan to be in a period of listening, learning, and renewal. In practice of our value of humility, we will thoughtfully revisit our curriculum, program structure, and goals to ensure our programming continues to meet the evolving needs of Native nations and Indigenous leaders.
For over a decade, the Native Nation Rebuilders Program has invested in Indigenous leaders who are creating positive change in their nations, communities, and organizations. What began as a vision to strengthen Indian Country leadership rooted in Native Nation Rebuilding has grown into a vibrant network of more than 256 Rebuilder alumni representing 22 Native nations across fifteen cohorts. We’ve created space for Indigenous leaders to cultivate their skills, learn frameworks for change, develop lifelong relationships, and join a movement.
As we reflect on how far the Native Nation Rebuilders Program has come, we’re grateful for every participant, partner, staff member, and supporter who has been part of this journey. Together, we have built a powerful network of Indigenous changemakers committed to strengthening their nations and communities.
This next chapter will be guided by the voices of our alumni, program partners, the NGC team, and supporters. We know change moves at the speed of trust, and we want to take the time to re-envision what we can do together, starting by reflecting on what we’ve done in the past. We are excited about what this opportunity will make possible. By taking time to reflect, strengthen, and reimagine, we are investing in the program’s future and the generations of Rebuilders yet to come.
Thank you for being part of this journey. We cannot wait to share what we learn, what we build together, and what comes next. The future of Native Nation Rebuilders is bright, and we look forward to welcoming a renewed Cohort 16 to lead the way.
While the program is on hold as we revamp our curriculum and program design, we do want to know if you’re interested in becoming a Rebuilder in a future cohort. Contact us today to be added to our prospect list!