Gathering of Tribes is launching a new project under our Seven Generations committee, which seeks to connect Indigenous people to their ancestors and to future generations. This project will conduct genealogical oral history interviews and document genealogical information in Dinétah (the Navajo homeland).  

Beginning in June 2025, our team will be conducting interviews with community elders in Diné Bikeyah (Navajo Nation), documenting family relationships for future in-depth research by family members. Interviewees will be provided a printed booklet with a pedigree chart and all the information they share with our Oral History Specialists, as well as tips and best practices for continuing to research and document their family relationships and histories. The information will also be added to a database that will be free to access. 

We are pleased to be able to provide this service for free to community members.  

Gathering of Tribes is a Native-led 501(c)3 nonprofit organization serving Indigenous people throughout North America and beyond. Our work includes organizing events in which Native people can celebrate their heritage; producing uplifting media that centers Indigenous perspective and experience; and providing meaningful service to tribal communities and individuals. We are passionate about representing Indigenous interests and perspectives in cross-cultural relationships and helping our beneficiaries find strength in their heritage, both personal and cultural.