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Review of the 2009 National Tribal TANF Institute
In July 2009, we held the fourth annual National Tribal TANF Institute at the Little Creek Casino Resort in Shelton, Washington. The institute offered current information in the field and provided skill building, professional feedback and networking opportunities to Tribal TANF programs in all developmental stages. More than 220 participants from 44 different Tribal organizations nationwide attended the four-day institute and brought with them a depth of knowledge and experiences to share.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the institute and for sharing your journey with us—personally and professionally.
Participant comments
"This was the most productive conference that I have ever attended. I learned a lot, and I am very grateful."
"The workshops were thoroughly delivered and provided a nice variety of information for all levels of staff in Tribal TANF programs. All the presenters were very informed and facilitated great group discussions."
"The program overall was great! The subjects were dynamic and the content was excellent. The instructors had great input and interaction with participants."
"This was the most hands on and beautiful training I have ever been to."
"Tribal TANF is an ever changing world; the institute keeps us informed of relevant changes and new ideas."
"Any questions I had were addressed immediately. The staff was very efficient, courteous and professional. I learned so much in the relaxing and welcoming environment that they created."
"The entire conference was exceptionally organized, flowed at a great learning pace, and it was entertaining! The location was perfect."
"I learned about new resources and met and collaborated with other agencies. We all have the same type of issues, but we learned new ways of addressing and locating resources."
"Working in the helping field at times can be draining and these workshops provide us the chance to be uplifted, re-motivated and it gave me the opportunity to network."
"I look forward to this training all year."
"I would recommend this program to other Tribal TANF staff because the resources and workshops offered are extremely beneficial to anyone working with Tribal TANF. The workshops are focused on the goals of Tribal TANF."
"I am excited about going back to work to try my new techniques!"