The National Tribal Forum on Air Quality (NTFAQ) aims to support Tribal programs by fostering information-sharing and networking opportunities that are focused on building Tribal capacity in air quality management. The event’s agenda is driven by Tribal input and priorities, with a focus on increasing Tribal engagement in air quality initiatives that are relevant to tribal communities across the nation. The NTFAQ is scheduled for May 1-4, 2023.
Forum organizers are actively seeking proposals for presentations, trainings, and other informational sessions that support our NTFAQ conference goals. You may also use this form to request a space during EcoCafe. Proposals should relate to air quality topics relevant to tribal stakeholders, and should discuss direct experiences and/or original research. Forum sponsors are not responsible for issues related to copyright or otherwise protected or culturally sensitive information. NOTE: all presenters/trainers/panelists/session participants must adhere to the NTFAQ Presenter Standards:
https://tinyurl.com/rqbgygd Please use the form below to submit a request to present a session during the NTFAQ. Requests must be submitted by the listed deadline in order to be considered by the review committee. Confirmation and notification of acceptance will be sent to all requestors by the response date posted.
Sample topic for presentations or trainings may include but is not limited to:
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Air Quality & Grants: Opportunities for Funding
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Air Quality Policy & Regulations
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Indoor Air Quality
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Air Quality Health and Research
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Technical: air monitoring, data management & analysis, emission inventories, etc.
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Tribal Case Studies: examples of Tribes implementing air quality projects & programs
• Climate Change & Air Quality
• Community engagement: youth, elders, and community leaders
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Tribal/Traditional Knowledge
If you have questions about the agenda, presentation options, or other ways to participate in the event, please contact
NTFAQ@nau.edu.
Timeline:
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Call for Presentations Opens: December 1st, 2022
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Presentation Proposals Due: January 27th, 2023
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Letter of Notification (will include instructions and timeline): February 20th, 2023