We hope you can join us in Seattle this month for our breakout session at the National Congress of American Indians 82nd Annual Convention & Marketplace.
International Engagement for Tribal Sovereignty, Solidarity, and Strength
Monday, November 17, 2:45 – 4:15 PM (PT) – Seattle Convention Center, Room 611
Click HERE to Register for the NCAI 82nd Annual Convention & Marketplace!
For generations, Tribal Nations have defended sovereignty not only at home but also on the world stage. Today, the stakes are higher than ever. This breakout session will explore how Tribes are shaping international policy and finance to secure land recovery, protect traditional knowledge, advance self-determined economies, and more. Leaders will share updates from key global arenas—including the World Intellectual Property Organization, the World Economic Forum, the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and the UN Special Rapporteur. Together, we will chart global strategies to strengthen solidarity across nations and generations. Sponsored by The Implementation Project, a joint initiative of the Native American Rights Fund and the University of Colorado Law School; with support from the International Indian Treaty Council.
Featured Participants
- Albert Barume UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- Andrea Carmen Executive Director, International Indian Treaty Council
- Aaron Jones Natural & Cultural Resources Director, The Tulalip Tribes; Co-Chair, NCAI International Committee
- Sue Masten 17th President, NCAI; Former Chairperson, Yurok Tribe; Co-Chair, NCAI International Committee
- Fawn Sharp 23rd President, NCAI; Past President, Quinault Indian Nation; Council Member, World Economic Forum Global Future Council on Natural Capital; Global Board Member, The Nature Conservancy
Moderated by Co-Directors of The Implementation Project:
- Kristen Carpenter Council Tree Distinguished Professor of Law; Director of the American Indian Law Program, University of Colorado Law School
- Sue Noe Senior Staff Attorney, Native American Rights Fund
If you have any questions, reach out to us at Declaration@narf.org.