About Our Event

The National Tribal Geographic Information Support Center (NTGISC) would like for you to join us at the 15th Annual National Tribal GIS Conference, co-hosted by Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI). Attendees will have access to hands-on workshops & networking opportunities to support the utilization of geospatial information technologies within Indian Country.

This year's theme is Geospatial Excellence Through Action. Geospatial excellence isn’t just about technology; it’s about using those tools to create meaningful, positive impact for tribal communities, the environment, and society as a whole. By turning geospatial data into action, we can improve everything from public health and environmental sustainability to social equity and disaster resilience. Come learn how tribal communities are using various technologies to support their respective communities. Our conference committee is working deligently to bring you another great conference!

All conference activities will take place at Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI), located at 9169 Coors Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, unless specified otherwise on the agenda. We do recommend attendees utilize a rental car or a ride share service (e.g. Uber) to get to and from SIPI and your choice of lodging. No shuttle service available to/from SIPI.

We are now accepting submissions for presentation during the 15th Annual Tribal GIS Conference. The deadline to submit is April 4, 2025. Presentation submissions must include a presentation title, a description, presenter(s) name and email address. Submissions and inquiries may be sent to [email protected].

Conference Program and Agenda

Puye Cliff Dwelling Field Trip Itinerary

NTGISC Puye Cliff Dwelling Field Trip Itinerary.pdf

Conference Agenda

2025 Tribal GIS Conference Agenda.pdf

Link to SIPI campus map

https://www.sipi.edu/apps/pages/campusmap

Most conference presentations will take place in the Science and Technology Building 100.

Schedule

Schedule is subject to change as the planning team diligently works toward bringing together a great event for all.

Sun. Apr. 27 (4:30PM - 7:30PM)Registration Table Open

The registration table will be open, located in the lobby/atrium of the Embassy Suites. Each night the Embassy Suites hosts a complimentary evening reception that is available to all guests.

Mon. Apr. 28 (9:00am - 5:00pm)Pre-conference Workshops Only

Optional Workshops:
-Introduction to ArcGIS Pro Class (1.5 Days)
-Esri Hands On Learning Lab (HOLL), walk-in, first come, first served
-Let's take a look at Drone2Map and Drone Deploy and how these tools can be used to process and analyze drone imagery (9:00AM - 12:00PM, half day)

Tues. Apr. 29 (9:00AM - 12:00PM)Pre-Conference Workshops

Optional Workshops:
-Introduction to ArcGIS Pro (cont.)
-Esri Hands On Learning Lab (HOLL), walk-in, first come, first served
-Use of Drone Technology in the Development of Imagery for Agriculture

Tues, Apr. 29(1:30PM - 5:00PM)Main Conference Opening Session

The opening session will be held in the SIPI Auditorium. Exhibits are open from 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm.

Esri Hands On Learning Lab (HOLL) 9:00AM - 12:00PM

Tues. Apr. 29 (5:00PM - 6:30PM)Meet and Greet in SIPI Atrium

This is an opportunity to socialize with others and close the day with colleagues and dessert. We will also arrange for informal lightning presentations from the StoryMap and Digital Map Poster participants to share about their work/projects.

Wed. Apr. 30 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)Main Conference

Concurrent and Master Sessions. The agenda is a work-in-progress, detailed agenda coming soon.
The registration table will be open from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Esri Hands On Learning Lab 9:00AM - 5:00PM, walk-in, first come, first served
Exhibits open from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thurs. May 1(9:00AM - 5:00PM)Main Conference

Concurrent and Master Sessions: Presentations, closing session, and door prizes at the end of the day.
The registration table will be open from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Esri Hands On Learning Lab 9:00AM - 12:00PM, walk-in, first come, first served
Exhibits open from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Thurs. May 1 (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)Dinner Reception

Thursday night dinner reception. Please RSVP. Dinner reception location will be at the Embassy Suites in the Sierra Ballroom . Join us for a night of comedy with the Gilarious Wolf Brown from the Gila River Indian Community.

Fri. May 2 (6:30AM - 6:00PM)Santa Fe and Puye Cliff Dwelling Field Trip

$20/person. Fees will go toward public transportation needs and the Puye admission. Please see the field trip itinerary for a more detailed agenda.

Host Hotel Information

A block of rooms is reserved at the Embassy Suites Albuquerque at a negotiated rate of $144/night, plus tax (15.75%). The Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Hotel & Spa is centrally located in downtown Albuquerque between the campus of the University of New Mexico (UNM) and the Albuquerque Convention Center, close to the Albuquerque International Airport. Enjoy majestic mountain and city views from our renovated guest suites.

Room block will be available until April 4, 2025 or until room block is filled.

Amenities

Free made-to-order breakfast included
Complimentary evening reception each night
On-site restaurant
Complimentary parking, daily $15 parking fee waived (negotiated)
Complimentary wi-fi in guestrooms and meeting space

The Embassy Suites location is for lodging purposes. All conference activities will take place at Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI). located at 9169 Coors Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, unless specified otherwise on the agenda. We do recommend attendees utilize a rental car or a ride share service (e.g. Uber) to get to and from SIPI and your choice of lodging. No shuttle service available to/from SIPI.

Book your room today by clicking here!

Location Information

Location Name
Host Hotel: Embassy Suites Albuquerque
Address
1000 Woodward Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102 US
Directions
Google, Bing, MapQuest

Spatial Governance

"We must consider where tribes fit into this narrative . Tribal governance is built on sovereignty. It's not enough to merely fill a map with data. We must also scrutinize the data's quality within the map, avoiding the oversight of certain areas just to check a box. As we contemplate this on an international scale, the data challenge grows even more complex. Smaller sovereign entities can be overlooked. The data we generate impacts everyone, whether a large or small government."

Garet Couch

Register

Registration Options

Tribal GIS Member ($300.00)
Non-member ($400.00)
Student, Educator, Elder ($200.00)
Single Day Pass ($175.00)
Sponsorship (Invitation Only, Select for more information) ($0.00)

Presenter enter coupon code "Presenter" for complimentary registration. Conference committee volunteers will enter coupon code "Volunteer".

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15th Annual Tribal GIS Conference

Theme: Geospatial Excellence Through Action

April 28 - May 1, 2025

Albuquerque, New Mexico