Events
ATAA hosts trainings, webinars, quarterly meetings and gatherings as well as our Annual Symposium which takes place in early spring each year.
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We invite you to participate and connect, share and learn with others in the field of Tribal Administration.
ATAA Annual Symposium
The ATAA Annual Symposium provides concrete models and examples of effective Tribal administration practices from industry leaders, updates affecting programmatic and reporting requirements and peer networking. Join us each April for an informative three-day event!
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Our Amazing Tribal Administrators at Symposium 2023
2025 ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM
Shaping Tomorrow: Unified Vision, Strategic Action
Enhancing Economic Collaboration Between Alaska Tribes and Village Corporations
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April 22-24 | Marriott Anchorage Downtown
With a reduction in future resource revenue expected, and uncertainty in Tribal program funding and grant availability, it is essential for Alaska Tribes and village corporations to develop strategic partnerships that ensure long-term sustainability. Join us, along with co-host the Alaska Native Village Corporation, for this informative three-day event: ATAA's preliminary agenda items:
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Support and Retention - Tribal Administrator Position: Strategies for Recruiting, Long-Term Leadership & Stability
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Fostering Commitment: Strengthening Tribal Council Engagement & Communication
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Tribal Accounting and Budgeting: Navigating Fund vs. Non-Profit Accounting (Best practices for structuring tribal accounting, including distinctions between fund and non-profit accounting under GAAP and regulations. Will cover compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 , financial reporting requirements, indirect cost allocations, and the importance of budget vs. actual tracking for effective tribal financial management)
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Preparing for Audits: Best Practices for Tribal Organizations
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Double Session: QuickBooks for Alaska Tribes: Know the Basics & Q&A
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Rasmuson Sabbatical Program and Tribal Funding Updates
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Payroll: Ballot Measure One Minimum Wage/Sick Leave and Tribal Council Stipends
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Streamlining Success: Effective Calendaring for Reporting, Meetings, and Strategic Planning (A session on optimizing scheduling to ensure timely compliance, coordinated meetings, and efficient tracking of deliverables for improved tribal operations and governance)
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Empowering Tribal Workforces: Benefits and Strengthening HR Practices for Recruitment, Retention, and Development
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Panel: Program Updates and Q&B from BIA, HUD and EPA
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Securing Tribal Data: IT Best Practices for Email, Access, and Cybersecurity (IT security challenges for Tribes and Tribal Councils, including email security, data ownership, and access management to protect confidential information)

Our Recurring Sessions
ATAA ONLINE DISCUSSION:
ARPA, Tribal Sovereignty and 638 Program Basics
September 19, 2024 | ZOOM
Our Past Symposiums
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2024 - Collaboration for Strong and Resilient Communities
2023 - Tribal Leaders Developing Tribal Leaders
2019 - Unification in Tribal Wellness
2018 - Strengthening Delivery through Collaboration
2017 - Tribal Financial Strength and Stability
2016 - Sharing our Experiences








