In 1990, thirty members of the eight Native Nations in New York State formed a Steering Committee to formulate a statewide response to a Presidential request for a 1992 White House Conference on Indian Education. After presentations at the National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Convention and the White House Conference on Indian Education, the Native American Steering Committee realized the need for a continuing forum to address Native American education in New York State.
In 1992 NAIEA/NY was formed and since that time has grown into a major statewide organization. It connects Native American educators, community members, students and those concerned about Native American education through an e-mail list serve, a bi-annual newsletter, and an annual conference. The NAIEA/NY Fall Conferences address issues, problems, and solutions in Native American education; bring prominent speakers to share their expertise; and, recognize Native people who have made indelible contributions to their respective communities.
Working together under a common theme—to help out one another—sharing successful education programming between the NYS tribes has served to strengthen the membership’s desire to encourage and support the educational aspirations of Native people. We welcome you to join us.
MISSION
The mission of the NAIEA / NY is to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities of educational personnel and the leaders and members of the Native American Indian community to effect a holistic quality education and academic excellence for Native people.
GOALS
*From NAIEA/NY Bylaws