Scholarships Available for 2009 Streams of Language, Memory & Lifeways for Tribal Archives, Libraries and Museums National Conference

The scholarship application is now available for the 2009 Streams of Language, Memory & Lifeways for Tribal Archives, Libraries and Museums National Conference to be held in Portland, Oregon October 19-22, 2009. Please visit www.tribalconference.org to submit an on-line application or to print one for mailing. This conference is funded by a Librarians for the 21^st Century grant through the Institute of Museums and Library Services which is enabling the offering of limited financial assistance to those tribal folks who may not otherwise be able to attend.

The application process is competitive and will be based on demonstrated financial need. Scholarship Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2009 so please don’t wait! You will find the criteria, what financial assistance you can request and, who to contact for more information on the website.