The Department of Labor, Indian and Native American Programs Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 166/477 Western Regional Training will be hosted in Washington from November 4th to November 8th, 2024. Themed, “Indigenous: Values, Strength, Knowledge.,” this training is designed for both tribes and urban based programs focusing on workforce development for Indian Country.

There is a registration fee to attend this training.

The UC Davis’ Autumn Institute for Public Assistance Professionals will bring together managers, supervisors, and workers from across the country for a virtual educational experience from November 13 to 15, 2024. The theme, “Elevating Our Impact Through Resilience and Purpose,” will elevate new strategies, expand attendees’ thinking, and grow their capacity to serve adults and families in their communities. There is a registration fee for participation.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Family Assistance hosted the National Tribal Technical Assistance Meeting in Sacramento, California on June 4 and 5, 2024. Themed “Indigenized by Design: Centering Culture and Building Connections to Better Serve Families,” this meeting brought together over 140 Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Federal representatives, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to share strategies for amplifying Indigenous culture within the context of TANF and Native Employment Works programs while ensuring compliance with federal rules and guidelines to better address the needs of Native families and communities. Over the course of the meeting, participants attended presentations from experts and program administrators, participated in topical table discussions, and facilitated audience-centered conversations.

The National Tribal TANF Institute will bring together Tribal TANF staff from across the country for an in-person educational experience from July 15-18, 2024 in Davis, California. The theme, “Forever Native: Preserving Our Culture for the Next Generation,” will emphasize the importance of honoring tribal values, cultures and traditions while also embracing new ideas, practices and innovations to make native communities stronger for future generations. Participants will explore programs, opportunities and resources for tribal youth and young adults to help them transition into thriving adulthood. There is a registration fee for participation.

The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center is hosting an in-person specialty institute on August 13-15, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. Presentations will address the complex intersections of intimate partner violence (IPV) with substance use, trauma, and mental health challenges that survivors experience. Survivors of domestic violence and IPV are challenged with many obstacles, especially navigating systems, finding safety, and accessing services. Additionally, survivors face increased abuse, violence, and sabotaging of recovery by current or former partners when they reach out and access resources. This specialty institute highlights promising practices that showcase the critical need for: 

• Trauma-informed advocacy;
• Resilience-informed advocacy; and
• Culturally relevant advocacy. 

There is a fee for participation.

The National Association of Workforce Development Professionals will be hosting their annual conference from May 20 to May 22, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. This conference will offer invaluable insights, cutting-edge strategies, and collaborative opportunities for the following learning tracks:

• Artificial Intelligence and Technology;
• Expanding Opportunities for Vulnerable Workers and Communities;
• Leadership in Workforce Development;
• Utilizing Data and Labor Market Information;
• Fiscal, Programmatic and Operational Strategies;
• Improving Access to Good Jobs;
• Developing Strategic Partnerships; and
• General Workforce Topics.

This event will bring together leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts in the field, providing a unique platform to share knowledge and explore emerging trends. There is a fee for participation.