46th National Indian and Native American Employment and Training Conference

Exceeding the Vision - Expanding the Possibilities

June 1-4, 2026 | DoubleTree by Hilton | Sacramento, California

Travel Days: Sunday, May 31, 2026 and Friday, June 5, 2026

CALL TO CONFERENCE

Training Site/Lodging Accommodations
DoubleTree by Hilton Sacramento
2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, California 95815 | (800) 222-TREE
Group Rate: $150.00 plus tax
Online Reservation Link | Group Code: 94Y

Parking daily rate: $12.00 (50% discount for attendees)

Alternate Accommodations
Hilton Sacramento Arden West
2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento, California 95815
(800) 445-8667 | Online Reservation Link
Group Rate: $145.00 plus tax

Artwork Submission (Due March 3, 2026)

The 2026 NINAETC Executive Committee is requesting submissions of original artwork to be used as a logo and for other appropriate uses.

Workshop Proposals (Due March 10, 2026)

The 2026 NINAETC Executive Committee announces a call for training presenters. Individuals and groups interested in providing training for workforce development professionals may submit a training proposal. Workshop proposals will be reviewed by the Workshop Committee. All workshop attendees will be in person. Workshop proposals may be submitted online.

Sponsorship Opportunities (Due April 21, 2026)

Be an important part of the 46th NINAETC through your sponsorship of this national event. This annual conference is a time for Indian and Native American workforce development professionals to gain knowledge, celebrate accomplishments, and develop strategies to enhance Native employment and training programs, thereby, improving the lives of Native people throughout Indian Country.

Participant/Employer Awards (Due March 24, 2026)

Throughout the year, as workforce development professionals, we encounter a number of extraordinary individuals (adults and youth) who take full advantage of the opportunities provided through the WIOA 166 and PL 102-477 programs and achieve great success in their chosen endeavors. Also, we are fortunate to work with many great companies and organizations that not only serve as employers for our participants but also work to develop individual employees.

Program Booklet Advertisement (Due April 21, 2026)

Exhibits/Vendors Form (Due May 5, 2026)

2027 Site Selection Nomination (Due May 19, 2026)

Remembrance (Due May 19, 2026)

Years of Service (Due May 19, 2026)

THANK YOU TO THE 2025 NINAETC SPONSORS