2026 NJOMA Conference Registration Now Open!

AWARD NOMINATIONS: ​The NJOMA Board invites you to make recommendations from your respective Regions for Educator of the Year and for Exemplary Program of the Year. 

Nomination Forms Due June 30, 2026

• Educator of the Year
  
• Exemplary Program of the Year​​​
  

​​​​​​CONFERENCE INFORMATION AND AGENDA
Before registering for the conference be sure to review the registration information provided, which includes the refund policy. 

• Conference Information and Preliminary Agenda at a Glance
  

ONLINE REGISTRATION:
It's quick and easy to use our online registration system. No more paper forms to get lost in the mail. The online form will register and process credit card payments for adults and vendors/exhibitors.

​Click here to get started!    

• Paying by PO/Check - Online Registration                       NJOMA W-9 Form                      
  
  • ​Early Registration  (ends Jun 30)     $650
    ​Registration (Jul 1-Sep 30)               $700
    Late Registration  (Oct 1-Nov 30)    $800
    Last Chance Reg (Dec 1-6)              $850
    
• Paying by Credit Card - Online Registration
  
  • Early Registration  (ends Jun 30)     $675
    Registration  (Jul 1-Sep 30)               $725
    Late Registration  (Oct 1-Nov 30)    $825
    Last Chance Reg (Dec 1-6)              $875
    
• You can still use a purchase order (with a hard deadline ofJanuary 31, 2027) and pay by check/cash. 
  
• To register online, you need a unique email address (an email address can be used only once for registration). If you don't have one, you can sign-up for a FREE email address at Google Gmail. 
  
• No refunds on PAID registrations! Substitutions are allowed.
• Group registrations are NOT AVAILABLE through our software.
  

Student Scholarships for HS Seniors

Application Due June 30, 2026

One scholarship per NJOMA Region (9) 

​​​Scholarship Information and Application

Student Art Contest - $100

Submissions Due June 30, 2026

• One winner per NJOMA Region (9)
  
• Overall Contest Winner $150

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We would like to showcase regional representatives and talent to provide various services during our conference.

​Opportunities Available:

Tribal Leaders to Welcome and/or lead Invocations, Speakers, Color Guard, Pledges, Patriotic/Tribal Songs, Dancers, and Entertainers.

If interested, please contact Lynnann Yazzie at Lynnann.Yazzie@gmail.com. 

Student Opportunities

Conference Information

detailed below!

Contact Information

ELECTIONS: The elections will be for the Regions 3b, 6, 8, East Central at Large, and Northwest At Large.

​Candidacy Deadline: December 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.​

• Election Information and Candidacy Form ​
  
• Board Member - Job Description 
  

​VENDORS/EXHIBITORS: All fees must be prepaid.  Review the registration information provided for fees, requirements and deadlines. 

​Conference Information - Coming Soon

​Online Registration - Coming Soon

Registration  (Ends Nov 30)   

​Late Registration  (Dec 1-6)

Conference Information

PRESENTERS: For those who are interested in participating as Workshop and/or Make and Take Presenters, please review the Call for Presentation documents and submit as requested. 

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            Call for Workshop Presentations                       **Make and Take Presentations 

​​Workshop Proposal/Application - Coming Soon​

STUDENTS: There will be no Student Strand activities during the 2026 Conference.

Student Scholarship Opportunities - Applications Due June 30, 2026

NJOMA is offering scholarship opportunities for high school seniors graduating during the Spring 2026. One (1) scholarship will be provided for each Region (9 scholarships). 

The scholarship recipients will be announced on December 9, 2026 at the annual conference banquet:

• Chief Earl Old Person Scholarship - $1,000 scholarships
  
• Steve Pruitt's Memorial Scholarship - $1,000 scholarships
  

Student Art Contest - Submissions Due June 30, 2026​

NJOMA is holding a student art contest, with one winner per NJOMA Region (9 Regions).

• Student Art Contest $100 (per Region)
  
• Student Art Contest Overall Winner - $150
  

Hotel Information

Conference Quick Links

National Johnson-O'Malley Association

9524 East 81st Street, Suite B-1581
Tulsa, OK 74133

(918) 304-0200 - Cell
(918) 984-9851 – Fax
njoma1994@gmail.com

Scottsdale, AZ

December 7-9, 2026​​

Talking Stick Resort
9800 E Talking Stick Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
December 7-9, 2026​

Paying by PO/Check - Online Registration

Paying by Credit Card - Online Registration

​​NJOMA W-9 Form 

Conference Information - Coming Soon

Agenda at a Glance - Preliminary

​Award Recommendation Form

Coming Soon!

Program Advertising Form - Coming Soon!

Conference Donation Form - Coming Soon!

Election Information and Candidacy Form 

​Board Member - Job Description ​​

The themes are selected to address several ideas.   

• Consistent Advocacy:  The NJOMA has been advocating on behalf of Native students and Indian education for over 30 years. 
  
• ​Student Impact:  Resiliency - mentally, spiritually and physically - is imperative in the academic success of JOM students. 
  
• ​​We are Resilient:  As Indigenous leaders, we continuously provide support for each other and ensure our voices are heard in spaces that have an impact on Indian education.
  

• CONFERENCE THEME DAYS: 

Monday - Indigenous Dress to Impress  |  Tuesday - T-Shirt Tuesday  |  Wednesday - Walk Your Mocs

Service Opportunities

Conference Donations

HOTEL AND TRAVEL INFORMATION: 

Experience the pinnacle of luxury at Talking Stick Resort, Arizona’s premier casino destination. Indulge in world-class gaming, unwind in luxurious accommodations, and savor exquisite dining options ranging from fine dining to casual fare. Talking Stick Resort offers a blend of sophistication and Southwestern charm that sets it apart as the ultimate destination in the heart of Scottsdale. Talking Stick Resort and Spa is a high-end resort, located 6.1 miles from downtown Scottsdale. Guests will experience breathtaking views of the Sonoran Desert, live entertainment throughout the week., and relax in the luxurious amenities in every room. Sleek, modern rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi and 40-inch flat-screens, plus minifridges, coffeemakers and rainfall showerheads. There are 6 restaurants, including a buffet eatery, a 24/7 bistro and a cantina. Additional amenities include a 14th floor spa, 3 pools and a casino, plus a 36-hole championship golf course, a Native American cultural center, and Las Vegas-style entertainment. 

• Click here for Hotel Event and Entertainment Options.
  
• Click here for Local Area Attractions.
  
• Click here for Dining Options.​
  
• The Talking Stick Resort is located within the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community - home of the Onk Akimel O’Odham (Pima) and Xalychidom (Maricopa) people for over 4,000 years. ​Click here for the Discover Salt River website.​

​​​TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:​

There will be no shuttle service from the airport. Transportation is at attendees own expense. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is located about 17 miles from Salt River and is served by more than 20 airlines. There are three passenger terminals, car rental facilities, shops, restaurants, services and ground transportation.

• Click here for Phoenix Sky Harbor Ground Transportation options.

PARKING INFORMATION:​

• Complimentary Valet is offered for guests, which is available 24/7. The valet is fast and efficient, often with wait times under 5 minutes.
  
• Free covered self-parking is also available in the parking garage.
  

ADVERTISERS: Complete the Conference Program Advertising Form and send the ad-ready artwork as instructed. It is recommended that ad fees be paid by credit card.  Please contact our business office (918-304-0200) to process the payment.

Conference Program Ad 

• Conference Program Advertising Form
  

Available sizes and fees:

Full Page - $275                 Quarter Page - $125

Half Page - $175                 Business Card - $75

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NJOMA is looking for Conference Contributors!  If your tribe or organization wants to donate to NJOMA, we are a 501 C3 Non-profit Organization. Contributions are tax deductible and used for conference activities.

Conference Donation Form

There are three categories for contributions:

• Silver Contributon
  ​Donation of $2,500 or less
  
• Gold Contributor
  Donations of more than $2,500 but less than $10,000
• Platinum Contributor
  Donations of $10,000 or more 

More information on the Donations Page.​​​​

Talking Stick Resort

9800 E Talking Stick Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 850-7777

Deadline for Group Rate 
November 11, 2026

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Conference Rate 

$209/night + taxes ($29.30) + resort fee​

​​Need to Know Information:​

National Johnson-O'Malley Association

​Group Code - 2036 or  2026 NJOMA
​Reservations by Phone
 - Local  (480) 270-5555
 - Toll Free  (866) 877-9897
​​​Online Reservations - Click Here​​