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SUMMARY:2026 Indigenous Food Sovereignty Summit
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Food Sovereignty Summit\nCo-Hosted by Michigan State University and the University of Michigan\nApril 6-8\, 2026 | Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, East Lansing\, MI \nJoin a powerful gathering that celebrates Indigenous food systems\, cultural resilience\, and community-driven solutions for food sovereignty. This conference brings together Tribal leaders\, farmers\, youth\, scholars\, and advocates to share knowledge\, build relationships\, and inspire action. \nConference Objectives\n\nKnowledge Sharing: Share food sovereignty initiatives and traditional foodways to inspire learning\, exchange lessons\, and strengthen community health and resilience.\nVision & Self-Determination: Collectively define the future of Indigenous food sovereignty in the Great Lakes region\, grounded in tribal leadership and long-term self-determination.\nSkill Building & Collaboration: Equip participants with practical skills and highlight collaborative efforts that unite communities\, build capacity\, and support sustainable\, just food systems.\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nKeynote Speakers from Indigenous communities leading food sovereignty efforts\nWorkshops on traditional food and harvesting practices\, seed saving\, land stewardship\, and policy advocacy\nParticipant conversations and intergenerational storytelling\nLocal Indigenous Vendors\nCultural Performances and ceremonies honoring the land and its people\n\nInterested in submitting a proposal for the summit? Review the call for Stories and Narratives here. \nWhy It Matters:\nFood sovereignty is more than access: it’s about reclaiming ancestral knowledge\, protecting sacred relationships with the land\, and ensuring that future generations thrive. This conference is a space to uplift Indigenous voices and build pathways toward sustainable\, self-determined food systems. \nThis event isn’t possible without generous support from organizations like yours. If you are interested in sponsoring\, please review our Sponsorship Opportunities. \nRegistration\nRegistration is now open!  \nFunding is available to help cover registration costs for members of tribal communities. If you are a tribal partner and would like to request a discount code\, please email events@anr.msu.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2026-indigenous-food-sovereignty-summit/
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