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GeezerVison is showing www.ilinative.org — ILI Symposium | ILI Native Indigenous Language Institute Symposium (ILIS)Beginning in 2010, the annual Indigenous Language Institute Symposium is our flagship event, bringing together language revitalization leaders, educators, and advocates from across the country. This multi-day gathering is a powerful platform for sharing ideas, showcasing best practices, and inspiring collective action. Key features of the ILI Symposium include workshops, panels, a research showcase, cultural events, and opportunities for networking and collaboration. The symposium underscores the critical importance of language preservation and serves as a catalyst for energizing efforts across Indigenous communities. About This Year's ThemeThis year’s theme focuses on a key shift many communities are working through right now, moving from learning language to actively speaking and using it in daily life. Creating more speakers and building environments where language is used consistently in homes, schools, workplaces, and community spaces is more urgent than ever. This theme emphasizes that language use begins with each individual. When people choose to speak, practice, and use the language in everyday situations, it creates momentum that extends into families and communities. This is how language grows.
"I absolutely loved it! I feel less alone. I feel motivated & inspired!” - Michelle R. (Alaska Educator) ILIS 2024 Attendee Registration Now OpenPlease fill out the registration form below to attend this year’s ILIS 2026 Symposium. Each attendee must complete their own form. If you require a group invoice, email us at [email protected], however, each participant is still required to submit an individual registration form. Early Bird Rate
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PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION After completing the registration form, you will be prompted to choose a payment method. You may pay immediately with a debit or credit card or request an invoice via email. ILI will send a confirmation once your registration is received. For check payment, please make out to Indigenous Language Institute, and mail to: PO Box 742, Santa Cruz, NM 87567.
Cancellations made after the September 30th deadline will NOT be refunded, no exceptions. Symposium LocationThis year's Symposium will be held at the Mystic Lake Center on the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community in Minnesota.  Hotel Information Take advantage of our discounted room block at the Mystic Lake Hotel! Special Symposium rate at $159/night plus taxes. The hotel offers free parking. Rates are guaranteed until September 30, 2026, or until sold out. If you call to make your reservation, please mention that you are with the Indigenous Language Institute room block to receive the discounted rate. Address: 2400 Mystic Lk Blvd, Prior Lake, MN 55372 To access the online link, you must enter the password to book hotel rooms. The password is: ILIS2026 Symposium Speakers & Presenters      More Presenters Coming Soon!Cultural NightSave the Date: ILIS 2026 Cultural Night Join us for Cultural Night on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 PM at Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake, Minnesota!  As we prepare for this year's Cultural Night, we are inviting Symposium participants interested in sharing something from their community through song, dance, poetry, music, and more to submit a performance interest form. A limited number of performance spots are available. Performances will be selected with the goal of showcasing a variety of Tribal Nations, Indigenous communities, regions, and types of performances. An honorarium will be provided to selected performances. Interested in sharing? Submit the Cultural Night Performance Interest Form. We look forward to seeing the many communities represented at ILIS come together for Cultural Night! Vendor Information Apply to Be a Vendor at ILIS 2026
Thank you to our 2025 SponsorsWe extend our sincere thanks to the tribal nations, businesses, and organizations whose generous support makes this year’s Indigenous Language Institute Symposium possible. Your sponsorship helps strengthen language revitalization efforts and empowers Native communities across generations. For those that are looking to sponsor ILIS 2026, please reach out to Raul at [email protected].  Platinum Sponsor Coral Sponsors Turquoise SponsorsLapis Sponsors      |
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