October 2024
NAYA Native Made Ho-Leh-Ween Spooky Pop-up
Please join NAYA’s Native Made artisans for our Spooky Native Made Pop Up! There’ll be something for everyone, treats, trick or treating, a scavenger hunt and more – everyone is welcome! Find beautiful art, jewelry, traditional medicines, and other goodies, and support our Native entrepreneurs!
Find out more »Basics of Business/Native Enterprise Course
Whether you are just starting to think about a business idea, or you’re already running your small business, our services can benefit you. Join the growing community of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Portland and let NAYA walk you through the ways to take your business from idea to reality. The eight-week Basics of Business course, meeting via Zoom every Tuesday from 6–9 pm, gives participants a solid foundation of business knowledge. Participants will connect with supportive networks of NAYA staff, past program graduates, and essential…
Find out more »November 2024
Basics of Business/Native Enterprise Course
Whether you are just starting to think about a business idea, or you’re already running your small business, our services can benefit you. Join the growing community of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Portland and let NAYA walk you through the ways to take your business from idea to reality. The eight-week Basics of Business course, meeting via Zoom every Tuesday from 6–9 pm, gives participants a solid foundation of business knowledge. Participants will connect with supportive networks of NAYA staff, past program graduates, and essential…
Find out more »Culture Night
Culture Night is a time where families and community members can come together to participate in any number of activities: beading, singing, crafting, intertribal drumming and dancing. Culture Nights also offer workshops, often hands-on, where you can learn all kinds of Indigenous teachings. Please join NAYA Culture Nights Facebook Group for updated information or contact Cultural Arts Coordinator, Michaila Taylor.
Find out more »21st Annual NAYA Gala and Auction
The largest celebration of National Native American Heritage Month in the Pacific Northwest, the 21st Annual NAYA Gala and Auction brings together Tribal and community leaders, partners, elected officials, and friends, and all those dedicated to the health, safety, and success of our youth and families. The Gala includes a traditional Native American-inspired meal, special performances, and live and online auctions featuring beautiful Native art from across the nation. Founded by parent and elder volunteers in 1974, our history…
Find out more »Veteran’s Day – NAYA Closed
We thank and honor all Veterans and their families for their courageous service. Native Americans are known to serve at a rate five times higher than any other group with over 140,000 Native American and Alaska Native veterans. NAYA will be closed today and reopen tomorrow.
Find out more »Basics of Business/Native Enterprise Course
Whether you are just starting to think about a business idea, or you’re already running your small business, our services can benefit you. Join the growing community of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Portland and let NAYA walk you through the ways to take your business from idea to reality. The eight-week Basics of Business course, meeting via Zoom every Tuesday from 6–9 pm, gives participants a solid foundation of business knowledge. Participants will connect with supportive networks of NAYA staff, past program graduates, and essential…
Find out more »HUD Certified Homebuyer Class
Learn about the homebuying process from industry professionals, including lenders, realtors, and inspectors, who will equip you with all the essential knowledge you need to navigate the homebuying process. It’s completely FREE and Lunch will be provided! Register here.
Find out more »Basics of Business/Native Enterprise Course
Whether you are just starting to think about a business idea, or you’re already running your small business, our services can benefit you. Join the growing community of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Portland and let NAYA walk you through the ways to take your business from idea to reality. The eight-week Basics of Business course, meeting via Zoom every Tuesday from 6–9 pm, gives participants a solid foundation of business knowledge. Participants will connect with supportive networks of NAYA staff, past program graduates, and essential…
Find out more »Culture Night
Culture Night is a time where families and community members can come together to participate in any number of activities: beading, singing, crafting, intertribal drumming and dancing. Culture Nights also offer workshops, often hands-on, where you can learn all kinds of Indigenous teachings. Please join NAYA Culture Nights Facebook Group for updated information or contact Cultural Arts Coordinator, Michaila Taylor.
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