Upcoming Events:
4th Annual "Gathering of Oregon's First Nations"
January 28, 2012
Oregon State Fair & Expo Center, Salem Pavilion, 2330 17th Street NE, Salem, OR
Doors open at Noon. Grand Entry - 1PM. Break 5-6PM. Powwow ends at 9PM.
Tribal vendors can contact us at: 1.800.422.0230
January 31, 2012
10:00 – 11:30 am
9AM - 5PM
NARA's Burnside Location, 122nd & NE Burnside
Contact: Se-ah-dom Edmo, 503.768.6155, edmo@lclark.edu
The purpose of this training is to build a collective understanding of the language we use when we are talking about the wide range of folks who identify as Two Spirited and to use that language to develop goals that articulate how our community can become more welcoming and inclusive, and support Two Spirited families and individuals. Participation is free - lunch and refreshments included. CEUs and clock hours provided at no cost by Portland State University. Please use the at the link to submit your registration. Spaces are limited - sign up early!
Native Professionals and Friends Night
February 15, 2012
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Gerding Theater at the Armory
128 NW 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
A networking event for Native American professionals and friends. All are welcome to this event to build relationships and generate deeper connections. Join us for light snacks & refreshments. (21+ only) Special thanks to lead sponsor Travel Portland. Suggested donation of $25 in cash or check at the door will support the cost of the event and benefit NAYA Family Center. Please RSVP for the event by emailing Lai-Lani Ovalles at lailanio@nayapdx.org.
Ongoing Events:
Oregon Native American Chamber (ONACC) Meetings
Last Wednesdays of the Month
11:30AM - 1:00PM
NAYA Family Center, 5135 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland OR, 97218
ONACC Mission: The Achievement of Economic Growth and Stability for Native American Communities Through: Promotion and Support of Quality-Oriented Native American-Owned Businesses and Professionals, Education and Training of Native Americans to Compete Effectively in the Global Economy, Providing High-Quality Benefits to Our Members.
Please email Bianca Kednay, kednay@ohsu.edu, to RSVP and place lunch order. Cost of lunch is $10.