LED BY NATIVES, FOR NATIVES.
Empowering Tribal nations to serve their youth with the tools to succeed culturally, academically, and beyond since 2003.
56 tribes
with TEDNA membership
26 States
with active TEDNA members
23 yeaRS
of impact
What we Provide
RELATIONSHIPS
We partner with government agencies, education departments, and organizations to form an effective network of resources.
ADVOCACY
We offer technical assistance in establishing and maintaining Tribal Education Departments, and advocacy in policy discussion.
FUNDING
As a Nonprofit, we utilize federal and private grant opportunities to provide targeted supports for Tribal Education Departments.
Upcoming Events
Tribes, TEDs, and AI
August 13, 2026
Lawton, OK
Registration: $0
This convening is tailored to Tribal Education Departments/Agencies to provide practical, hands-on Artificial Intelligence sessions to learn how emerging technologies can enhance teaching and learning in culturally relevant ways.
2026 Annual Meeting
October 6-7, 2026
Buffalo, NY
Registration: $0, donation encouraged
Join us to gain the latest insights on Tribal Education opportunities, resources, funding and capacity building. Day one will feature information and training on Artificial Intelligence. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Native Futures Webinars
Monthly
Zoom
Native Futures Webinars offer professional development in two tracks: Artificial Intelligence and College and Career Readiness. Sessions are held 1-2 times monthly and are always free to attend. Past webinars are recorded and posted online, so you can watch whenever it’s convenient.
PROJECTS
OK STEP Project
Promoting tribal self-determination, enhancing academic achievement, and fostering collaboration of stakeholders.
AI Sovereignty
Building intertribal PLCs and a Tribal AI Readiness Playbook to support culturally aligned curriculum development.
featured Resources
scholarships
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