SL: Apps open for Tribal Professional Cohort
Apply to participate in the 2027 Native Nations Institute Tribal Professionals Cohort!
Applications are now open for the Native Nations Instituteās (NNI) 2025 Tribal Professional Cohort (TPC).
The TPC is a year-long professional development program designed to equip Native leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to implement effective, evidence-based Native nation building practices for the communities they serve.
Since 2016, TPC members have learned to innovate and strengthen their leadership and advocacy skills while cultivating a meaningful network of Tribal professionals who support each otherās career growth and community-focused efforts.
To qualify for this professional development experience, you must be:
- A U.S. citizen of any federally or state recognized Native nation
- A current Tribal government professional, community leader, or someone who is otherwise able to take what you learn back to your Tribal community to help make change
- Able to attend three January in Tucson courses in person in 2027 (course fees waived), four quarterly virtual 2.5 hour seminars, and monthly check-ins.
Send questions to Kevin Fortuin, Indigenous Governance and Direct Services Outreach Specialist at kfortuin@arizona.edu.
Applications are due October 23, 2026.