Addressing the 8(a) program, a webinar for tech sovereignty and more from NAFOA.
“Predictive markets undermine tribal sovereignty and the long-standing tribal gaming compacts and laws that have governed tribal gaming for decades,” Choctaw Nation Chief Gary Batton said.
Comments are due on the proposed federal financial assistance rule that impacts grants issued to tribes.
Tribes in Minnesota are forging ahead with solar projects, successfully building their own infrastructure to secure energy independence.
Nearly two million tourists visit Southeast Alaska annually and tribal members are reporting an uptick in incidents of tourists mocking Native culture.
Wednesday, July 8, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time On May 29, 2026, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposed the most significant rewrite of federal grant rules in decades. If finalized, the new regulation would take effect on October 1, 2026, and could have a significant impact on federal grants to Tribal Nations. Join […]
A cafe in British Columbia faced mounting criticism from the Indigenous community for its questionable use of Indigenous branding.
“Tribal tourism offers a powerful opportunity for tribal nations to share their histories, cultures, and traditions while creating jobs and generating sustainable economic growth in their communities,” said Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Billy Kirkland.
A Republican state lawmaker is pushing tribes to renegotiate their Class III gaming compacts amid a national legal and policy dispute.
Stay tuned for important news about #NAFOAFall26 this week!
NAFOA’s 2026 programs for young professionals are now open!
Every Cherokee young person who wants to spend their summer gaining experience and contributing to their community should have opportunities available to them.
NAFOA is providing testimony on a bill to consolidation tribal economic development programs at the federal level.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds a legislative hearing on June 3, 2026.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds a legislative hearing on June 3, 2026.
The Tribal Supreme Court Project is celebrating its 25th anniversary. What’s changed for tribes at the highest court in the land?
The Trump administration’s highest-ranking Indian Country official is serving double duty with a new appointment at the federal agency overseeing the $43.9 billion tribal gaming industry.
New opportunities to advance economic development in tribal communities.
Webinar opportunities for tribal economic development, data sovereignty discussions and more for you this week.
“I’m proud of the bipartisan progress we made today in advancing these eight bills through committee to the Senate floor,” said Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
The U.S. government and mining corporations are ignoring the rights of tribes to free, prior and informed consent, according to a new report.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is getting back to work after a long absence in the nation’s capital.
Get budget updates from Capitol Hill and find resources for tribal leaders.
Tribes in New Mexico are joining a growing fight against platforms that offer betting on sports events.
The war in Iran has led to a rise in the price of gas. How are Native businesses and individuals coping?
Learn about webinars, interviews and stories advancing economies in Indian Country.
The Native fashion show has always been among the most popular offerings at the annual Santa Fe Indian Market in New Mexico.
Tribes in Wisconsin are celebrating a new law that gives them exclusive control over sports betting, but a similar attempt fell flat for tribes in Oklahoma.
That’s a wrap on another successful #NAFOA2026! Next up: Santa Fe, New Mexico, in the fall.
A Native traditional foods program aimed at curbing diabetes is credited with major weight loss and health benefits among participants. Also, did you catch Chopped on the Food Network?
Welcome to #NAFOA2026 in Reno, Nevada!
NAFOA alumni will be taking the stage at the #NAFOA2026 conference in Reno, Nevada.
President Trump is pushing for more oil drilling in the Arctic, a decision directly impacting Native communities in Alaska.
The #NAFOA2026 conference is just around the corner. Register today!
The Seminole Nation and the Muscogee Nation are among the growing number taking a stand against data centers in Indian Country.
A new report finds 4 in 10 Americans now use pay later loans for groceries, an increase from the previous year.
Don’t miss the latest in tribal finance and economic development.
This year’s Juno Awards included historic wins and high-profile performances by Indigenous artists, celebrating and cementing their place in contemporary Canadian music.
A jury has held internet and social media giants Google and Meta responsible for harms caused to youth. What’s next for tribes involved in the landmark case?
Only one month until the #NAFOA2026 conference in Reno, Nevada!
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