The 35th Annual Centennial Accord meeting in 2024 is set to be a pivotal event for fostering and strengthening government-to-government relations between Washington State and Tribal Nations. This significant gathering, known as Centennial Accord 2024, will convene key leaders and staff from both state agencies and tribal governments to engage in crucial discussions and collaborations.
The Centennial Accord, a landmark agreement, provides a framework for mutual respect and cooperation. The annual meeting serves as a vital platform to review progress, address ongoing issues, and chart a course for future partnerships. This year’s accord 2024 meeting promises to build upon decades of commitment to this unique and essential relationship.
Scheduled over two days in September 2024, the event includes pre-meetings and a leadership reception on Thursday, September 19th, followed by the main accord 2024 meeting on Friday, September 20th. The venues for these events are the Kiana Lodge and the House of Awakened Culture, both significant locations that reflect the cultural richness of the region.
Event Schedule Highlights for Centennial Accord 2024:
- Pre-Meetings: Thursday, September 19th, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM at Kiana Lodge. These sessions offer focused discussions on specific areas of collaboration and concern.
- State/Tribal Leadership Reception: Thursday, September 19th, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Kiana Lodge. This reception provides an informal setting for networking and relationship building among state and tribal leaders.
- 35th Annual Centennial Accord Meeting: Friday, September 20th, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM at the House of Awakened Culture. The main meeting will feature plenary sessions, updates on key initiatives, and strategic planning for the future of the Centennial Accord.
Attendance and Registration for Accord 2024:
Given the limited seating capacity at both the Kiana Lodge and the House of Awakened Culture, in-person attendance for accord 2024 is prioritized for key personnel. This includes Tribal Leaders or their designated staff, State Agency Leaders, Directors, Secretaries, Elected Officials, Tribal Liaisons, Tribal Relations Staff, and Program Managers directly involved in relevant issues.
For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option will be available on September 20th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for the main accord 2024 meeting sessions. Please note that the afternoon cultural ceremony will not be broadcast virtually. Speakers are strongly encouraged to participate in person to maximize engagement and impact.
Registration is mandatory for both in-person and virtual participation in accord 2024. To register, interested individuals are requested to indicate their attendance preference for each day – in-person, virtual (on Sept 20th, 9am-12pm only), or not attending – through the official registration process. Participants are urged to ensure their contact information is accurate during registration, as further details and updated agendas will be communicated via email. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful registration.
The deadline for online registration is Friday, September 13th, 2024, at 4:00 PM. For the most current information regarding the 35th Annual Centennial Accord, including agenda updates and further details, please visit the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs (GOIA) homepage: www.goia.wa.gov.
Locations for Accord 2024:
- Kiana Lodge: 14976 Sandy Hook Rd NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370 – Hosting Pre-Meetings and Leadership Reception.
- House of Awakened Culture: 7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392 – Venue for the 35th Annual Centennial Accord Meeting.
The accord 2024 meeting represents a crucial opportunity to reinforce the commitment to the Centennial Accord and to collaboratively address the evolving needs and priorities of both Washington State and its Tribal Nations. Timely registration is encouraged to secure participation in this important annual event.
