Tribal Law and Policy Institute

02/11/2026

Six Indigenous women candidates are running as a major party nominee in federal elections and one is leading in a gubernatorial race

02/11/2026

Voting on Tuesday, Nov. 3? Most people vote without any problems. But if something comes up at the polls, you have rights, and NARF attorneys are a phone call away.

Call the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683), and tell the volunteer you’re calling about a Native voting issue.

30/10/2026

A $70 million gift will help the American Indian College Fund expand support for Native students and Tribal Colleges and Universities over seven years.

Announced October 29, the unrestricted contribution from MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving will support scholarships, college coaching, internships, mentoring and student wellness.

The College Fund developed its plan through conversations with Native students, tribal college presidents, community members and its board. Because the gift is unrestricted, the organization can direct it toward those priorities.

The plan also supports faculty development and campus programs, with $20 million designated for an endowment to sustain future support.

What are your thoughts on this investment in Native students?


Sources:
• American Indian College Fund — Official announcement
• Native News Online — Education coverage

29/10/2026

Have something to share with Native youth leaders from across the country? This is your opportunity!

UNITY is seeking Speed Workshop presenters for the 2027 UNITY Midyear Conference in Phoenix, Arizona!

Speed Workshops are designed to spark ideas, share knowledge, and encourage meaningful conversations. Presenters will have 10 minutes to share their topic, followed by 10 minutes of interactive discussion with participants.

Whether you have a skill to teach, an inspiring story to share, or an important topic to discuss, we want to hear from you!

February 13–15, 2027 | Phoenix, AZ

Interested in presenting? Sign up here:
https://unityinc.socialsolutionsportal.com/apricot-intake/f0ac5bfd-56c9-4c54-bba7-2d5a9644f15c

27/10/2026

New Publications Announcement from the Tribal Law and Policy Institute (TLPI):

"Implementing VAWA 2022 Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction: Tribal Legal Code Resource"

Email from Tribal Law and Policy Institute   View as Webpage New Publications Announcement from Tribal Law and Policy Institute (TLPI):  "Implementing VAWA 2022 Tribal Criminal Jurisdiction:  Tr

27/10/2026

This session focuses on equipping prospective Native law students with the tools, resources, and strategies needed to successfully apply to and thrive in law school.

27/10/2026

CALL FOR NATIVE SCREENWRITERS!

All My Relations Arts is excited to announce the 4th initiative of our Native Authors Program, focusing on Screenwriting with Tashia Hart!

With the rise of Native representation in film, theater, and television, it’s never been a better time to explore this medium of storytelling.

The year-long program will cover:

* From Idea to Script
* The Anatomy of a Script
* Crafting a Treatment
* Writing for the Screen
* Directing Considerations
* Table Reads
* The Perfect Pitch
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Tashia Hart is an author, screenwriter, and filmmaker from the Red Lake Nation. Selected fellows will immerse themselves in the craft of visual storytelling and emerge with the tools needed to prepare their work to enter the entertainment industry.

If you are an aspiring Native screenwriter looking to commit to your craft, we encourage you to apply.

🔗 Guidelines and application | Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCTd6amYA36UBywKNtJrk8kYOPo4OP3tpKExVc4tLcObRVzw/viewform?usp=header

Deadline to submit: December 20th, 2026

Photo credit: Camila Guillen

27/10/2026

The Jeannette Rankin Foundation empowers women age 35 and older to complete their college degrees and transform the next chapter of their lives

27/10/2026

New Mexico lawmakers are urging President Trump to approve an emergency declaration for catastrophic flooding that has left communities, including tribal nations, underwater.

New Mexico lawmakers are urging President Trump to approve an emergency declaration for catastrophic flooding that has left communities, including tribal nations, underwater. U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Me...

26/10/2026

Tribal staff, students and tribal college faculty can apply for energy research training at three national laboratories through a new U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) program called TALENT, Tribal Business News reports.

Staff and student placements offer weekly stipends of $700 to $1,672 for 10 to 12 weeks during summer 2027. Applications are due Jan. 10.

READ: https://bit.ly/4iAik16

Worth sharing with tribal staff, Native students and faculty at tribal colleges and universities.