21st Annual Government-To-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation

Everything You Need to Know: 21st Annual Government-To-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation

As part of our ongoing commitment to advocate for the safety of Native women, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) is dedicated to equipping Tribal leaders with the knowledge and resources they need ahead of the 21st Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation. This crucial event provides a platform for Tribal leaders to address the federal government on issues related to violence against Native women. Through our webinars, resources, and ongoing support, NIWRC aims to ensure Tribal representatives are fully prepared to engage in this vital consultation. To stay updated on the latest information, visit www.ovwconsultation.org. 

Date: September 9-11, 2026
Location: Tulalip. Washington

The consultation focuses on Tribal leaders providing recommendations on:

  • Administering OVW Tribal funds and programs
  • Enhancing the safety of Native women from domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, homicide, and sex trafficking
  • Strengthening the federal response to these crimes
  • Improving access to justice information systems and crime databases

 

Register to Attend

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. MT

The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center invites you to join an informational virtual session on the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Government-To-Government Tribal Consultation. This webinar will give Tribal leaders, designated representatives, and advocates the space to reflect on and develop recommendations to guide federal agencies on administering Tribal funds and programs, strengthening the safety of Native women, improving the federal response to violence, and expanding Tribal access to criminal justice systems. For more information, visit NIWRC’s Consultation Hub.

 

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. MT

Please join the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center as we summarize national concerns and emerging issues for Tribal leaders and representatives to consider in preparation for the 20th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation. For more information, visit NIWRC’s Consultation Hub.

 

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*This webinar is made possible by Grant Number 90-EV0533-04 from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families, Family and Youth Services Bureau, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. 

This resource highlights the key issues and recommendations raised by Tribal leaders in advance of the 21st Annual OVW Tribal Consultation. It reflects priority areas for improving safety, strengthening federal responses, and upholding Tribal sovereignty. This full document will be available soon. 

NIWRC has prepared a testimony template for Tribal leaders and representatives. You can download it below, edit the sections to reflect your community’s priorities, and use it as the foundation for your own testimony.

 

Download Here