November 1, 2021

ORGANIZATION

VISION

Diné be’iiná binahjį’ náásgóó bidziilgo yiikah.

MISSION

The mission statement of the Diné Studies Conference is to embrace and uphold Diné culture and language; to promote and facilitate ethical and responsible research; to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas of Diné life; and to inspire critical reflection.

PRIORITIES

Based on strategic planning work, the following priorities have been identified:

• Fundraising (membership, conference fees, marketing)
• Communication (website, newsletter, social media, radio)
• Conference & Symposium (co-sponsors, locations, themes)
• Research & Policy (research approval process, legislation)

PRIORITY AREAS

• Navajo Nation Support (Executive, Legislative, Judicial)
• Local Chapter Collaboration
• Sponsorships
• Student Support
• Membership

NON-PROFIT STATUS LEGAL NOTICE

Diné Studies Conference, Inc. is a non-profit entity established under the laws of the Navajo Nation. The volunteer Board of Directors is responsible for Diné Studies Conference, Inc. The Board has adopted and operates by a set of By-Laws.

Diné Studies Conference, Inc. is also authorized by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service to operate as a 501(c)3 entity.  Navajo Studies Conference, Inc., P.O. Box 755, Window Rock, AZ  86515.

Please send all comments to dine.studies@gmail.com.