What We Do
The National Indian Education Association (NIEA) was formed by Native educators in 1969 to encourage a national discourse on Native education. For 51 years, NIEA has hosted an annual convention to provide a forum for collaboration.
NIEA adheres to the organization’s founding principles:
+ to bring Native educators together to explore ways to improve schools and the education of Native children;
+ to promote the maintenance and continued development of Native languages and cultures;
+ and to develop and implement strategies for influencing local, state, and federal policy and policymakers.
NIEA Partners
NIEA works with partner organizations who work to further our mission. From other education organizations, coalition members, or Native organizations, we hope to provide Native students and educators with the information needed to be successful.
Partnerships are foraged through monetary, resource-sharing, and information based relationships. While NIEA may be a partner organization, we do not necessarily support all initiatives a partner supports. If you would like additional information on how we work with our partners, please contact NIEA@NIEA.org.
Get Involved
NIEA is the only national organization advocating for improved educational opportunities to enable all Native students to thrive in the classroom and beyond. Founded in 1969 by Native educators, NIEA equips all advocates with the knowledge and tools needed to support Native students in reaching their full potential. By getting involved, you support NIEA’s capacity to provide better services for our American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian (AI, AN, NH) students and their advocates.
become a member
NIEA is a member driven organization, eligible voting members guide NIEA’s policy work through resolutions and elect members to the NIEA Board of Directors.
employment opportunities
Job and internship opportunities are available at NIEA. Our dedicated team welcomes new members that share our mission.
Make a Donation
Your contribution will help us continue to be effective advocates, train educators that work with Native students, and close the achievement gap.