Dr. Amber Annis named executive director of Native Governance Center
Native Governance Center has appointed Dr. Amber Annis (Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe) as its new executive director. With experience in Native American initiatives at the Minnesota Historical Society and a passion for empowering Indigenous communities, Dr. Annis brings a vision for expanding NGC’s impact. Her focus is on strengthening governance, fostering self-determination, and engaging young Native changemakers in nation rebuilding.
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