THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING THE SUMMIT! WE WILL SEE YOU IN AUGUST 2021.

The 2020 Diné Early Childhood Summit will focus on practices that address early Diné cultural teachings, early childhood development and the prevention of intergenerational transmission of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

Attendees will gain knowledge in addressing early childhood development needs and ideas for addressing ACEs to build resilience within their own communities across the Navajo Nation, especially during this challenging time.

The Speakers

Phefelia Nez

The First Lady of the Navajo Nation will provide the Welcome Address

Dawn Yazzie

Plenary Session Speaker

Dr. Christine Begay Vining

"Strategies to Support the Well-Being of Navajo Children through Uncertain Times " Session Speaker

Marlo McCabe

"Early Childhood Everyday" Session Speaker

Radmilla Cody

Keynote Speaker

Albert Pooley

"Indigenous Fatherhood" Session Speaker


Dr. Sara Clancey

"The Growing Brain" Session Speaker