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NAFOA’s Board of Directors joined Tribal leaders last week to connect and collaborate at the National Congress of American Indians 82nd Annual Convention & Marketplace. (Pictured left to right: 2nd Vice President Celina Phair; Treasurer Amy Minnear; President and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Chairman Rodney Butler; Secretary Melanie Benjamin; 1st Vice President VaRene Martin; and Executive Director Cory Blankenship).
- Newsletter
November is Native American Heritage Month. NAFOA is proud to be one of the largest intertribal organizations, representing 186 tribes across the country. Explore our Member Tribes and learn more about becoming a member at nafoa.org/tribes.
- Policy Alert
The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history concluded late Wednesday, after 43 days, when President Trump signed legislation to reopen the government. The resolution followed a narrow 222-209 vote […]
- Newsletter
Only a few weeks left until the priority deadline for the Leading People and Investing to Build Sustainable program! Apply by November 16 for early admission and priority consideration for financial assistance.
- Policy Alert
In testimony before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (SCIA) last week, Tribal leaders and advocates detailed how the ongoing federal government shutdown and agency reductions in force (RIF) are […]
- Statement
NAFOA mourns the loss of Daniel “Danny” James Tucker, who served as Chairman of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation. Chairman Tucker passed away on October 24, 2025, at […]
- Newsletter
Only a few weeks left until the priority deadline for the Leading People and Investing to Build Sustainable program! Apply by November 16 for early admission and priority consideration for financial assistance.
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