Understanding the realities of tribal governance and the critical roles that leaders play in ensuring that their nations govern effectively are critical to Native nation (re)building and “strengthening Indigenous governance,” the mission of the Native Nation Institute (NNI) at the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy at the University of Arizona.

New, prospective, and veteran leaders will receive practical knowledge and tools to help them meet the fundamental challenges of leadership, from developing the nation's political and legal infrastructures to mobilizing their constituents to play an active role in building a strong, sustainable nation. Specialized, intensive sessions on key governance topics will prepare seminar participants to begin the process of building their personal blueprints for leadership success.

Recognizing that there’s no formal training program for Indigenous leaders, the NNI is once again hosting an open executive education seminar featuring short lectures, case studies, and guest speakers providing practical advice/information to help prepare tribal leaders – and those who aspire to senior governmental positions – to assume the responsibilities of leadership to strengthen Indigenous governance.

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The Emerging Leaders Seminar is made possible in part by generous support from the Udall Foundation and the Bush Foundation.