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2026 NJOMA Conference

Organized by National Johnson-O’Malley Association

The National Johnson-O'Malley Association (NJOMA) conference is dedicated to advocating for Native students and Indian education.

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Dates: Dec 7-9, 2026
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Deadline: Nov 11, 2026
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About this conference

The National Johnson-O'Malley Association (NJOMA) conference is dedicated to advocating for Native students and Indian education. The 2026 conference, themed "Our Roots Ground Us, Our Spirit Drives Us," emphasizes over 30 years of consistent advocacy, the crucial impact of student resiliency (mentally, spiritually, and physically), and the importance of Indigenous leaders ensuring their voices are heard within Indian education. The conference focuses on supporting Johnson-O'Malley programs and championing the rights of Indian children from ages 3 through twelfth grade. Daily attire themes include Indigenous Dress to Impress on Monday, T-Shirt Day on Tuesday, and Walk Your Mocs on Wednesday.

Sponsorship options

NJOMA offers tax-deductible contributions to support conference activities, with special recognition provided for each tier. Contribution categories include: Silver Contributor (donations of $2,500 or less), Gold Contributor (donations exceeding $2,500 but less than $10,000), and Platinum Contributor (donations of $10,000 or more). Specific event sponsorships, such as for the Welcome Reception, Cultural Night Meal, Cultural Night Entertainment, Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, and Coffee Breaks, may also be available.