2026 National Tribal TANF Institute | Daily Agenda and Themes

This agenda is subject to change as new speakers and workshops are added! The full/official agenda and workshop descriptions are coming soon.

Day 1: Foundation - Inspiring Hearts (July 14, 2026)

Ignite your conference journey with inspiration and purpose. Through powerful keynotes, cultural grounding and community connection, you’ll reconnect with the values that guide this work. This day offers space to reflect, learn and engage with colleagues while strengthening the frameworks that honor families, empower communities and carry forward ancestral teachings.

TimeEvent
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Registration and Breakfast
9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Welcome Remarks
9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.Opening Keynote Address
10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.Opening Activity
10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Break
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Town Hall - Open Forum
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.Lunch Buffet
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

SESSION 1 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.Break
2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

SESSION 2 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Intermission and Networking Opportunities
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Annual Welcome Dinner

Day 2: Practice - Building the Fire (July 15, 2026)

Turn inspiration into action. This is where the fire catches—where knowledge becomes skill and ideas become tools you can use. Through hands-on practice, real-world scenarios and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll build confidence and capability. Expect to explore new approaches, learn from challenges and grow alongside peers as you turn intention into impact.

TimeEvent
7:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.Breakfast Buffet
9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

SESSION 3 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.Break
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

SESSION 4 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.Lunch Buffet
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

SESSION 5 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.Break
2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

SESSION 6 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Intermission and Networking Opportunities
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Cultural Showcase and Exchange Night

Day 3: Mastery – Igniting Futures (July 16, 2026)

Bring your learning full circle—where heart meets action and knowledge becomes strategy for the families and communities you serve. This day focuses on integration, mastery and momentum. You’ll tackle complex challenges, adapt approaches to your context and create practical plans to sustain progress. Leave with a clear roadmap to ignite futures and create lasting impact in your community.

TimeEvent
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.Breakfast Buffet
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

SESSION 7 WORKSHOPS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.Break
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

CAPSTONE WORKSHOP SESSIONS

  • 101 Track
  • Advanced Case Management Track
  • Supervision Track
  • Leadership Track
  • Cultural Track
12:00 pm. - 1:00 p.m.Lunch Buffet
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Closing Keynote Address
2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Closing Ceremony

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