The Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association (OICWA) is proud to announce our 19th Annual Conference, taking place in person at the Muscogee (Creek) Nation’s breathtaking River Spirit Casino Resort in Tulsa, from November 2–4, 2026!

​

OICWA's Annual Conference reflects our ongoing commitment to strengthening ICWA and Tribal child welfare through advocacy, education, and cultural connection. Founded in 1984, OICWA celebrates 42 years of advocacy, collaboration, and progress. This conference will honor those accomplishments while advancing ICWA knowledge, Tribal sovereignty, and collective efforts to protect Native children and families.

​

🏆What to Expect:

The OICWA Conference is the largest Tribal child welfare training event in Oklahoma, drawing ICWA professionals, Tribal leaders, legal advocates, state child welfare workers and community partners from across the nation. 

 

📌Three-Day Agenda:

• Day One: Opening Ceremony, Keynote Address, Award Presentations, and Breakout Sessions

• Day Two: Morning Plenary, Breakout Sessions

• Day Three: Final Breakouts, Closing Keynote

• Cultural presentations, networking, and special events throughout all three days!

​

🎓Training Tracks Include:

• Policy & Procedure

• Behavioral Health

• Legal

• Culture

• Juvenile Justice, Foster Care, & Adoptions

• Wellness

​

🎉 New & Returning Highlights:

​​

• OICWA Membership Drive – Renew or join for prize entries and updates

• The Wellness Room – Back by popular demand! Experience a peaceful space offering beading, storytelling, and cultural wellness-focused activities that support reflection, healing, and community connection.

• Exhibitor Booths, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, and more!

• Training Credit Hours Available: CEU, CLE, LPC, LMFT, CLEET, Foster Care, and DHS

• Muscogee (Creek) Nation culture will be woven throughout the conference experience.

​

📝 Important Deadlines:

Check our website regularly for details and submission links for:

• Call for Workshops – Deadline: July 15, 2026

• Sponsorship Opportunities

• Exhibitor & Vendor Applications

• Conference Awards Nominations: Deadline: August 15, 2026

  • Tribal Court Judge of the Year

  • Tribal Resource Family of the Year

  • Richard Poweshiek ICWA Advocate Award

 

🏨 Host Hotel Information

River Spirit Casino Resort  – Official Host Hotel

​​

🛏️ Room Block Details:

• Dates Available: November 1–4, 2026

• Nightly Rate: $139 per night

• Reservation Deadline: Saturday, October 8, 2025 (Room block closes)

• Complimentray Airport Shuttle

​

 

We encourage you to book early to secure this special rate and enjoy the incredible amenities of River Spirit Casino Resort!

www.riverspirittulsa.com

​

📢 Stay Connected

Follow us on:

• OICWA Website

• Facebook

​

On behalf of the OICWA Board and Conference Planning Committee, we thank you for your continued support. We are honored by your presence and encouraged by your participation as we gather once again to protect Native children, preserve Native families, and empower our future.

​

We look forward to seeing you in November at River Spirit Casino Report!!

​

For additional questions, contact:
Te’Ata Loper – oicwa.gc@gmail.com