TWIN CITIES

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October 19-22, 2025

Join us in the Twin Cities — the home of the Dakota and Ojibwe/Anishi­naabe people — at the convergence (Bdoté) of the Mississippi (Wakpá Tháŋka) and Minnesota Rivers. Minnesota (Mni Sota Makoce) is the homeland of the Dakota people. The Dakota have lived here for many thousands of years. Anishinaabe people reside here, too. Indigenous people from other Native nations also reside in Minnesota and have made innumerable contributions to the region.

Both the State of Minnesota and the United States Government carried out genocide, ethnic cleansing, and forced removal against the Dakota as a way to acquire land. They broke promises. Despite centuries of colonial theft and violence, this is still Indigenous land. It will always be Indigenous land.

Land Acknowledgement is the start of solidarity and only one small part of supporting Indigenous communities. Solidarity can look like:

  • Donating time and money to Indigenous-led organizations.

  • Amplifying the voices of Indigenous people leading grassroots change movements.

  • Returning land.

see you at

the riverfront

The conference will be held at The InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Mississippi River in the heart of downtown. Steps away from live theater, renowned museums, and world-class culture.

Reservations within the GIA room block will be available later this spring. Be sure to visit the conference website for the most up-to-date information! 

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thank you to
our sponsors


Bush Foundation • Carlson Family Foundation • HRK Foundation