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Revitalizing Tribal Languages: Building Collaborative and Sustainable Educational Partnerships

Revitalizing Tribal Languages: Building Collaborative and Sustainable Educational Partnerships

Learn how to launch or integrate Tribal language programs with the active support, guidance, and collaboration of the nine Federally Recognized Tribes in Oregon, ensuring alignment with their priorities and interests. This session provides district administrators with actionable strategies, culturally aligned practices, and leadership tools to foster meaningful, trust-based partnerships with Tribal leadership and learning communities. As part of this work, explore pathways to embed Tribal language programs with education systems in ways that allow student to earn academic credit, and Tribal language educator preparation, further strengthening the initiatives value and impact that respect Tribal sovereignty, honor Indigenous knowledge, and align with and uplift Tribal-led efforts to sustain the revitalization of Tribal languages for generations to come.