Activities
The meeting will offer optional opportunities to celebrate Native communities and build connections across the Native home visiting field through an opening cultural celebration, after-hours networking activities, and other opportunities to share and connect.
Tuesday Evening ASTHVI Reception
Join the Association for State and Tribal Home Visiting Initiatives (ASTHVI) from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. PT on Tuesday, September 22, for an evening of connection and conversation. All meeting attendees are welcome to come enjoy time with colleagues from across the home visiting community.
Shortly after the reception begins, Tribal MIECHV program teams are invited to pick up food and join us for a conversation to share strategies, discuss challenges and opportunities, and connect with peers. If you've ever felt like you were navigating the complexities of implementing a Tribal MIECHV grant on your own, wished you had a place to exchange ideas with peers who understand your work, or wanted to learn from others facing similar opportunities and challenges, this gathering is for you.
Come connect with fellow Tribal Home Visiting teams, share strategies and promising practices, build new relationships, and learn more about how ASTHVI supports state and Tribal Home Visiting programs throughout the year.
Tuesday Evening Opening and Cultural Celebration
Join us at 7:00 p.m. PT on Tuesday, September 22, for this opening celebration that will offer an opportunity to build community, encourage connection, share, and honor the varied cultures and communities participating in the meeting. All are welcome to attend this pre-session activity. You are welcome to dress in your traditional attire, jewelry, or bring an item of importance to you in honor of your culture. The opening ceremony will include welcome from meeting planners, a blessing from a local elder, and cultural performances.
Wednesday Networking Opportunities
Ribbon Skirt and Jewelry Swap
Bring your ribbon skirts/shirts, jewelry, or other handmade items to exchange with fellow attendees! All are welcome to join us for this community-building activity. Enjoy meaningful conversations while discovering new treasures and connections.
Games on the Lawn
Join us for an optional networking activity on the lawn! Connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting while enjoying a variety of lawn games. Whether you're looking to meet new people, catch up with colleagues, or simply have some fun, we’d love to see you there.
Offsite Activities
Enhance your networking experience by joining an optional off-site activity! Choose from a variety of experiences designed to help you connect with fellow attendees and explore San Diego. Select an activity that interests you most and enjoy the opportunity to build new connections beyond the meeting space.
Themed Days
Celebrate Native communities by wearing something special throughout the meeting:
- Tuesday Evening Opening Ceremony: Wear traditional attire
- Wednesday: Rock your mocs or wear your favorite jewelry
- Thursday: Represent your program by wearing your program shirt
- Friday: Wear your ribbon skirts and shirts to celebrate California Native American Day