The third annual Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) Symposium of Arizona is coming up! The theme this year, “Wrapped in Culture, Rooted in Connection: Family, Healing & Networking for the Future Generations” emphasizes the importance of this event. This one-day symposium will teach attendees about ICWA & the Foster Care process. If you’re interested, use the information or click here to register.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00PM

Location: I’tom Hiapsi Pascua Yaqui Tribe (9405 S. Avenida del Yaqui, Guadalupe, AZ 85283)

Join us this December for two fun and hands-on workshops led by our amazing Young Elder Mentors at the Phoenix Indian Center! Youth can attend one or both sessions, each offering unique cultural teachings and creative skills.

Event Details – The Story of Frybread: History, Culture & Cooking

Date: Saturday, Dec 6, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Location: Phoenix Indian Center (4041 N Central Ave, Bldg B)

For questions or help registering, contact Abby Buffalo at 602-264-6768 or abuffalo@phxindcenter.org

Event Details – Sewing 101: Pouch & Medicine Teachings

Date: Sunday, Dec 7, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Phoenix Indian Center (4041 N Central Ave, Bldg B)

Join the F.I.N.A.L YC Advocacy Committee! Our committee members will share insights on advocating for keeping Native lands clean, protecting water rights, and honoring the history of the land. Following the educational presentation, we invite the community especially, Native youth, to join us for a cleanup along the Salt Riverbed.

Cleaning supplies, snacks, and refreshments will be provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes. Help us protect and preserve our land together!

Event Details

Date: Saturday, Dec 13, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Rio Salado Audubon Center (3131 South Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85040)

For questions or help registering, contact Lizzy Colón at 602-264-6768 ext. 222 or lcolon@phxindcenter.org