Working with Indigenous Populations: History, Dialogue, and Collaboration (Onlin

April 10, 2026

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

*Virtual event*

Get tools for engaging difficult conversations productively — without defensiveness or paralysis — grounded in historical truth, empathy, and accountability.

Date: April 10, 2026

Time:

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Agenda:

Attendees have the option to sign up for the morning session, afternoon session, or both.

Cost:

Free

Prerequisites: None

Learning objectives:

Learn about Indigenous history and contemporary Native life.
Discuss cultural competency and equity.
Gain tools for engaging difficult conversations productively.

Description:

Anton Treuer speaks nationally and internationally to schools, universities, tribal communities, nonprofits, and public institutions. His presentations are known for being accessible, candid, grounded in scholarship, and engaging across diverse audiences.

Common themes include:

Indigenous history and contemporary Native life
Ojibwe language and cultural revitalization
Cultural competency and equity
Education and addressing opportunity gaps
Tribal sovereignty, treaties, and governance
Building respectful relationships across difference

About the leader:

Anton Treuer will lead this training.

Treuer is an Ojibwe author, professor, and public speaker whose work focuses on Indigenous language revitalization, education, and cultural understanding.

Event Registration

Questions: community@sourcewell-mn.gov