Albuquerque, New Mexico (October 3, 2024) – From October 9 – 12, 2024, the National Indian Education Association (NIEA) will host its 55th Annual Convention and Tradeshow in Palm Springs, California at the Palm Springs Convention Center.
More than 2,000 Native educators, students, tribal leaders, and advocates will come together at the largest Native education convention in the nation.
This year’s theme, ‘Education Sovereignty: A Declaration of Change,’ will pave the way for the next century of Native education, featuring four full days of inspiring keynotes, interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and special events.
The week’s events will include:
- The 11th Annual Native Languages Summit, with the 2011 Native Language MOA Signatories
- The 3rd Annual Educator Day, bringing together local and national teachers for a day of collaboration, fellowship, and learning
- Two Student Days that celebrate Native students’ cultural identity, leadership, advocacy efforts, and financial aid literacy
- And much more.
For more information on the 55th Annual NIEA Convention and Trade Show agenda, visit NIEA’s website here.
Members of the media interested in attending should contact press@niea.org.