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RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/NDp9aW

** Please enter through the South Entrance of the museum, facing Independence Ave. **

CNAY and the NMAI Internship Program invite Native American youth under the age of 25 who are currently in Washington, DC, to join us for an evening networking reception. Youth will meet young DC Native professionals, learn about other internship programs, win door prizes, and explore opportunities to get involved in the Generation Indigenous initiative. Join us for a fun networking event for emerging Native professionals!

The NABA-DC’s Annual Holiday Party and Awards Reception will take place on:

Friday, December 9, 2016

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Stanton and Greene (*NEW LOCATION!)

319 Pennsylvania Ave. SE

http://www.stantonandgreene.com/

Information regarding RSVPs and the awards nomination process will be announced soon.

We are looking for sponsors!

Please consider becoming a Holiday Party sponsor this year.  Organizations that sponsor the Holiday Party receive public recognition for their generosity and support.

Please sign up here if your organization is interested in becoming a sponsor: http://tinyurl.com/NABADCHolidayPartySponsors.

The NABA-DC Governing Board will be holding its regular meeting on Monday, November 13th at 6:30pm.

NABA-DC’s Annual Holiday Party and Awards Reception will take place on:

Friday, December 8, 2017
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Stanton and Greene (Same location as last year)

319 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

http://www.stantonandgreene.com/

Information regarding RSVPs and the awards nomination process will be announced soon.

If your organization is interested in sponsoring, please email NABA-DC President Katie Klass at kaitlyn.klass@gmail.com.  Sponsors will be publicly recognized for their generosity and support.

This year the suggested contributions are:

Platinum ($1,000+)
Gold ($500+)
Silver ($100+)

NABA-DC will hold its 2018 annual meeting and governing board elections on January 12, 2018 at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held at Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, located at 2120 L St NW #700.

See proposed agenda here.

Governing Board Elections: To be eligible to hold a position on the governing board, a person must be a NABA-DC member in good standing (meaning dues have been paid) and be nominated for the position at the annual meeting. Members may self-nominate.

The positions open for election are: President-Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, Bar Liaison, and Members-at-Large. Members-at-Large oversee the Intern lunch, Mentorship, Social, and Community Outreach Committees. The number of Members-at-Large is determined at the annual meeting. For more information regarding the responsibilities of these positions, you can review NABA-DC’s Bylaws here.

Voting: In order to vote in the governing board election, a person must be a member in good standing. Members may vote by proxy. A member wishing to vote by proxy must give the Secretary written notice at least 24 hours before the election by sending an email to: nabadc_community@nabadc.com. The notice shall state good cause for the member’s absence and the name of the person to whom the proxy is given.

Membership: If you have not yet renewed your NABA-DC membership for 2018, it can be done online at: https://nabadc.com/how-to-join/. Additionally, dues can be paid at the annual meeting.

It’s almost time for the NABA-DC Annual Awards and Holiday Party!  This year we will be hosting an in-person event and we are looking forward to celebrating with all of you!

There is no cost to attend if you are a register member in good standing. Dues are $60.00 for Attorney Members and $30.00. for Non-Attorney Members. Student Members are free to join. You do not have to be a licensed attorney to join NABA-DC. Registration is https://nabadc.com/how-to-join/

RSVP HERE

Along with honoring this year’s Award nominees and winners, NABA-DC will also hold a silent auction to raise funds for the Marine Toys for Tots Native American Program. This holiday season, many families across Indian Country are struggling financially. A portion of the funds raised will also benefit NABA-DC’s 2022 annual programming. Each year, NABA-DC hosts programs and events that focus on strengthening our community and providing education on issues impacting Indian Country.

The office of Fish & Richardson P.C. is graciously hosting the 2022 NABA-DC Holiday Party.

Call for Sponsors

NABA-DC is seeking monetary sponsors for this year’s holiday party. This year the suggested contributions are Eagle ($2,500+) Platinum ($1,000-$2,499), Gold ($500+), Silver ($100+) and Turquoise (0-$100).  We hope that you will consider sponsoring the event at any level or amount. The funds raised from sponsors will be donated to the planning of the Holiday Party, Toys for Tots Native American Program, and NABA-DC’s annual programming.  If your firm or organization would like to sponsor the NABA-DC holiday party, please contact us at NABADC_Community@nabadc.com.

Call for Award Nominations

Is there someone in the DC Indian law and policy community that you think deserves recognition for his or her work this year?  If so, nominate them for a NABA-DC award!  The NABA-DC Board will determine winners and announce them at the Holiday Party.  Awards will be given in the following categories:

Lifetime Achievement in Indian Law

2022 Significant Contribution in Indian Law

Excellence in Government Service

Excellence in Mentoring

Please submit nominations by 11:59PM EST on November 28, 2022 by filling out a Google form HERE.

Call for Donations for the Silent Auction

We are asking for donation items from our NABA-DC membership. We are accepting many types of items including artwork, pottery, home décor, jewelry, gift baskets, gift certificates, and other new gift type items. Please contact Judith Lee at judithlee@runbox.com if you have an item to donate. If you live in the DC area, we will be able to pick up the item.

https://paypal.me/SupportNABADC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US

Save the Date

NABA-DC

Annual Awards and Holiday Party

6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Friday, December 2, 2022

1000 Maine Ave SW

Washington, DC 20024

Please join NABA-DC on May 3, 2023 from 12-1pm ET for a case debrief on Lac Du Flambeau v. Coughlin. Julius Chen from Akin Gump, who is part of the Tribe’s legal team and participated in drafting the brief for the Tribe, will be speaking and Morgan Saunders from NARF will be moderating.
Zoom link to follow —