June 30, 2022 | Vol. 7 Issue 14

Office Closed July 4th

Our office will be closed on Monday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, July 5th from 8 AM - 5 PM. For information about on-going workshops and events, visit the Phoenix Indian Center website


Also: If you're looking for some fun activities and events in the Phoenix area for July 4th, check out this list from Visit Phoenix. 

Fostering American Indian Youth Virtual Workshop

Are you a foster caregiver to American Indian youth? Join us for our next Fostering American Indian Youth workshop. This Prevention program is offered as a three-day workshop that will focus on bridging the gap on topics such as communicating with your child, introducing norms, values and beliefs and also talking with your teen about risky behaviors. Sign up today to save your spot. 


For more info, call 602-264-6768. Click here to register for the workshop. 

Dates: July 6 - 8 

Times: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: Held virtually

Living In 2 Worlds Summer Camp

Applications Due July 05


Applications are open for our July session of Living in 2 Worlds Summer Camp! American Indian Middle School youth are invited to join us for fun filled days completing fun cultural activities, spending time with other Indigenous youth, and learning valuable prevention skills. Early and after care available as needed. Register by July 05, as registration is limited. For questions, contact the Prevention Services Team at (602) 264-6768. Click here for information and to register.


Dates: July 12 - 18, 2022

Time: 8:45 AM - 4PM 

Location: Urban Living on 2nd Avenue, 650 N. 2nd Ave, Phoenix AZ, 85003

Software Development Training

for American Indian

Youth & Young Adults


We are excited to partner with Codefy and CPLC Workforce Solutions to once again offer our NO COST Youth and Young Adult Software Development Training program! Eligible participants must be 18-24 years old and meet program requirements. American Indian youth & young adults in Maricopa and Coconino County are eligible to apply. Trainees will learn skills in Java, responsive web design, SQL, Scrum, Agile and databases. Start your career in software programming and application support today. Applications due July 17. To sign up, click here. 


Date: August 29 - November 29, 2022

Time: 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM 

Location: Held virtually 

Other Upcoming Events:


July 23, 2022

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Power of the Native Vote 2022 Elections Candidate Forum


July 25 - 28, 2022

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Virtual Youth GONA  (Gathering Of Native Americans)


July 26

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Urban Indian Coalition of Arizona Monthly Meeting


All workshops are virtual or in a COVID safe environment and you must register. Click here for more information.

Save the Date: 39th Annual Silver & Turquoise Ball

We are pleased to announce the

39th annual Silver & Turquoise Ball! This year's ball will be noteworthy as we also celebrate our 75th Anniversary, and we are excited to bring our signature event back to downtown Phoenix, where we first started our organization in 1947. Our in-person event will be held at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel, where we will host our well-known silent auction of American Indian art and jewelry, as well as gifts and services from a wide variety of local businesses. This will be an evening you won’t want to miss! For more information, click here.


Date: Friday, October 21, 2022 

Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, 340 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Workforce Development

Team Outing


Our Workforce Development Team took time out for some team building recently. They are amazing at helping our community with Job Readiness Workshops, training programs and job search tips. To find out more about the program and to sign up for a workshop, click here

Get Out The Vote


Are you registered to vote? If not you can stop by the Phoenix Indian Center to register. For Maricopa County & State Elections, please note the following requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen & an Arizona resident.** Must be 18 years of age or older.


Walk-Ins are welcome, however, if you would rather set up an appointment, call us at 602-264-6768. For voter information, click here. 


Dates: Monday - Friday

Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: 4520 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

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We're Hiring: Join Our Team

Apply with us today! We have competitive compensation and benefits, and believe in advancement for our team members. Join our circle of change makers! 


Open positions:

Prevention Project Specialist

Workforce Specialist (positions in Phoenix and Flagstaff)

Click here for details.

Watch our website for more open positions!

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