Applications open for 2027 NNI Tribal Professionals Cohort

Sept. 18, 2026
To: University Community
From: Native Nations Institute
Subject: Applications open for 2027 NNI Tribal Professionals Cohort
Date: Sep 18, 2026

Applications are due Oct. 23 for the Native Nations Institute’s 2027 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 other’s career growth and community-focused efforts.

Learn more and apply for the 2027 TPC 

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 in-person courses in Tucson in January 2027 (course fees waived), four quarterly virtual 2.5 hour seminars, and monthly check-ins.

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