56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference

Welcome to the 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference!

Date: March 5-7, 2026

Location: Firekeepers Casino and Hotel, Battle Creek, MI

Cost: $150 (plus Eventbrite fees)

Join us for 3 conference tracks, including

• General Tracks, for the general public and professionals
• Youth Track, for young students who might be involved in NASO
• Plenary sessions
• Breakout sessions
• Vendor Booths
• Pre-conference event and reception
• Networking and meals for time to connect with other attendees

Join us as we gather in-person in Battle Creek, homelands of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), to send a message to future generations.

Prepaid Registrations

Organizations may prepay for a specific number of registrations for the conference. All prepaid registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Prepaid registrations will receive a promo code to apply at registration and each attendee’s information must be submitted through the registration system. Contact [email protected] to coordinate with us.

Vendor Registration

To become an approved vendor, you must first complete this year's application and be approved. Approved vendors will be contacted, at which time the $200 vendor fee is due.

Please consider sponsoring our conference. Visit our donation platform, Givebutter, or submit a check by mail. Contact [email protected] with questions and materials.

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Host or Publisher Michigan Indian Education Council