National Congress of American Indians

📢 Statement Release: NCAI Commends President Biden’s Apology on the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative NCAI commends President Biden’s historic apology for the U.S. Federal Indian Boarding School policies. This moment is a profound acknowledgment of the trauma faced by generations, with the ultimate goal to erase Native cultures and identities. This apology marks an essential step in the healing journey for Tribal Nations. However, true healing demands action. NCAI calls on Congress to support legislation that confronts this history and to aid in returning our relatives buried on these school grounds. We hope this step leads to lasting justice and solidarity for #IndianCountry. 🔗 Read the full statement here: https://lnkd.in/eNP7xVf5

November is a time to honor the legacy and strength of Tribal Nations. This month, we celebrate the tenacity and unity of Indian Country and reaffirm our commitment to advancing tribal sovereignty. Join NCAI and President Macarro in standing with Native communities today and every day. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth 🦅☀️

Monday marked the official commencement of the 81st Annual Convention and Marketplace in Las Vegas! 🎰 Check out highlights from the first General Assembly. Leaders from Congress, the Administration, and our organization came together to provide insight into issues and solutions impacting Tribal Nations. Special guests included Lt. Governor of Minnesota Peggy Flanagan, Department of the Interior Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Bryan Newland, Indian Health Service Director Roselyn Tso, and many other distinguished leaders. The day closed with a Cultural Night hosted by NCAI and the Local Planning Committee. Conference attendees were invited to enjoy connecting with one another, and competed in a dance contest to tracks provided by DJ Element! 🎵🎤

📢 NCAI Faithfully Applies Its Membership Criteria “The National Congress of American Indians is currently convened in Las Vegas, Nevada, for the 81st Annual Convention and Marketplace. Earlier this year, the NCAI Executive Committee established a task force of elected leaders from Tribal Nations throughout the United States in order to address membership integrity, education, and healing…” Read the full statement: https://lnkd.in/gZR5ZYdS.

NCAI’s 81st Annual Convention and Marketplace kicked off this past weekend with special pre-conference events to bring together tribal leaders, sponsors, and philanthropic partners. On Saturday, golfers spent the day at the Annual Convention Fundraiser Golf Tournament supporting NCAI Foundation’s Empowering Leaders Initiative. Sunday’s Elevated Visions: Empowering Leaders Reception was held at Ghostbar at the top of the Palms. This event celebrated Empowering Leaders alumni and fostered connections among tribal leaders, sponsors, philanthropic partners, and others, all while sharing a bold vision for 2025. Stay tuned for more event updates!

NCAI condemns the unauthorized distribution of inflammatory materials at our Second General Assembly today. This violates our code of conduct and the inclusive, respectful standards we uphold. We apologize to our attendees and to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina for this great insult. NCAI remains committed to a unified, respectful space for all Tribal Nations. Read our full statement here: https://lnkd.in/enkU2uHK. Read the full convention code of conduct here: https://lnkd.in/ecKfend6

Many thanks to our participants from this past weekend's NCAI 81st Annual Convention Fundraiser Golf Tournament! It was a wonderful time for our community to come together in support of the NCAI Foundation's Empowering Leaders Initiative, which aims to equip tribal leaders with the knowledge, skills, tools, and strategies they need to advance those fundamental priorities on behalf of their Tribal Nations. We were also thrilled to be joined by NFL Hall of Famers Joe Greene, James Lofton, and Karl Mecklenburg, who shared their inspiring stories with participants. Look forward to more coverage on #NCAI81 this week and check out the full agenda at https://lnkd.in/e8WHxSqs.

Actress and writer Cara Jade Myers reflects on 100 years of Native resilience and the power of the Native vote! 🗳️🇺🇸 As we mark a century since Native Americans were recognized as U.S. citizens under the Snyder Act, Cara emphasizes that the fight for sovereignty and representation continues. Your voice and your vote have the power to shape policy and protect the next generation of Native leaders. Let’s honor the past and prepare for the future by showing up and speaking out. For more info and voting resources, visit nativevote.org. 🦅#NativeVote #TribalSovereignty

Actor Gary Farmer has a message for Native voters- gear up, show up, and vote! 🗳️✊ Known for his roles in Reservation Dogs and Powwow Highway, Gary reminds us that the #NativeVote could be the deciding factor in shaping policy and protecting tribal sovereignty. By voting, we honor our past and safeguard the future for the next generation of Native leaders. Exercise your right to be heard! 🗣️For more information, visit nativevote.org. #TribalSovereignty

Today, NCAI Executive Director Larry Wright, Jr. welcomed New Zealand's Ambassador to the United States, Ms. Rosemary Banks, for a visit to the Embassy of Tribal Nations. ☀️ Ambassador Banks, who served as New Zealand’s Ambassador to Washington from 2018 to 2022, has also led diplomatic missions in New York and Paris and held the position of Deputy Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Trade. 🌏 She assumed her current role in June of this year. During the visit, Executive Director Wright and Ambassador Banks engaged in discussions about potential partnerships aimed at uplifting Indigenous Peoples in Indian Country and across the globe. 🌐 ✊