The Native Emerging Professionals Network (NEPN or “Network”) provides a voice for the new generation of Indigenous professionals, scholars, and allies working to preserve and advance Native cultures. Focusing on people in the early stages of their careers, the Network is leading the future of the profession, providing a platform for new ideas and approaches, and serving as a catalyst for positive change within the profession and Native communities.
The Network:
- Supports entry-level professionals in leading the future of the profession;
- Provides a platform for new, innovative ideas and approaches;
- Serves as a catalyst for positive change within the profession and Indigenous communities.
The Network supports regular gatherings to promote fellowship, provides training and resources to advance careers, and encourages mentorships to build lifelong connections.
NEPN Mentorship Program
The Native Emerging Professionals Network conference mentorship program encourages knowledge sharing, skill development, and fostering professional connections within the ATALM community.
The program matches experienced conference attendees with emerging career attendees to help newcomers make the most of their time at the conference. It emphasized reciprocity as the foundation of the mentoring relationship to nurture mutual recognition, respect, sharing, and responsibility between mentor and mentee.
