Announcements

k'éé'dílyééh

Meaning/Definition: This applies to all types of vegetation. Word will change If start talking about specific planting of something ie "plant corn, kil dilyeeh"

kéyah

Meaning/Definition: Literal translation: an area on land

jooł

Meaning/Definition: ball

The Fleet Management Department will begin deactivating vehicle fuel access for departments that have not submitted their Monthly Mileage Reports, effective Monday, March 31, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

Hwéeldi

Meaning/Definition: The Long Walk to Bosque Redondo

The Division of Economic Development is in-progress of transferring from Frontier to the new Sunstate VoIP telephone system. Our main telephone number is (928) 357-6575, replacing 928- 871-6544. The Project Development, Business Regulatory and Small Business Development Departments are installing their new VoIP telephone system this week. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you for your patience!

Hózhó Náhásdlįį’

• Free Earth Day Event April 22 2025
• Navajo Nation Museum
• 10am to 4pm (Lunch on Your Own) Food Trucks On-Site

event features a presentation by Henry Haven, Keynote Speaker and Author of "Navajo Traditional Stories and the Science of Geology," blending cultural wisdom with scientific insights.

For Registration Information, click at Register through this link 

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 Attendees can explore a Solid Waste Environmental Teach-in and exhibits, participate in hands-on activities, and enjoy door prizes. Incentives are available for early-registered participants, and the Youth Art Contest, themed "Hózhó Náhásdlíí’," showcases creativity and environmental stewardship.

Youth Art Environmental Contest Submit Poster by Friday, April 18, 2025 at Waste Regulatory Compliance Department, 6656 Morgan Blvd, Window Rock, AZ

·         Create Hózhó Náhásdlíí’ theme, 8.5” x 11” poster depicting environmental stewardship.

·         Participation is free. Awards for 1 and 2 place in: Originality, Creativity, Theme Relevance, and Artistic Quality.

·         Age Categories may apply based on the number of entries. Include School/Grade/Age

Effective immediately, oversight of the Division of Aging and Long-Term Care Support (DALTCS) is hereby delegated to Heather Duncan-Etsitty, Health Service Administrator, under the Navajo Department of Health (NDOH). This delegation follows the departure of Ms. Marlinda Littleman, former Health Services Administrator, from the division on March 21, 2025. 

We are searching for passionate and driven Navajo youth to join us!

12 Positions Open

• Ages 14-24 years old
• (1) Male and Female from each of the 5 agencies on the Navajo Nation
• (1) Male and Female representative living off the Navajo Nation

Hosh / xosh

Meaning/Definition:

Unfortunately, the Business Regulatory Department and the Project Development Department business phone lines are currently down. 

Ghąą'jį'

Meaning/Definition: October

gah

Meaning/Definition: rabbit

This memorandum serves as official notice that Mr. Dwayne Waseta, who has served as Department Manager II of CPMD (Capital Project Management Department), is no longer with the Navajo Nation Division of Community Development (DCD) as of today, March 24,2025.

We are pleased to announce that the Navajo Division of Transportation (Navajo DOT) and the Department of Highway Safety have successfully completed the integration of the Navajo Nation Vehicle Operator's Permit (VOP) and Identification Card into a single, consolidated card.

dził

Meaning/Definition: mountain

The Office of Miss Navajo Nation ("OMNN") is inviting all three (3) Branch Navajo Nation Government and the respective Divisions, Departments, and/ or Programs to the "EGG-STREME EASTER" celebration, hosted by the Office of Miss Navajo Nation and Miss Navajo Nation 2024-2025, Ranisha Begay.

This is a community event celebration designed to bring our community members together with free and fun family activities, including educational booths. The Easter Celebration event is set for Saturday, April 12, 2025.

*The first memorandum is to notify all Navajo Nation Departments and Programs that the Facilities Maintenance Department will have limited services on March 27, 2025 from 2:00 P.M to 5:00 P.M. for Professional Staff Development.

*The second memorandum is regarding STANDING DELEGATION REMAINING of FY25.

This memorandum will serve as a notice that the NN Department of Information Technology office will be on limited services on March 27, 2025, from 8:30AM to 4:30PM. DIT staff will be attending CPR FIRST AID/AED Training.

All messages and incoming calls to 928-871-6520/6554 will be forwarded to the appropriate Manager/Supervisor.

dloh

Meaning/Definition: laughter

The Navajo Police Department - Crownpoint District has the following printer ink/ toner cartridges that have been updated and extended to April 3, 2025. Please let us know if any of your staff may be able to use the following:

• KONICA MINOLTA                                                  7 boxes
• HP LASER JET (M4555 MFP SERIES)                  4 boxes
• BROTHER DRUM UNIT                                         4 boxes
• BROTHER TONERS                                             28 boxes

Date: Friday March 28, 2025

Time: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Location: Navajo Department of Transportation Headquarters in Tse Bonito, NM (4 miles east of highway 264 & Route 12 from Window Rock, AZ)

"Walking In Harmony: A Pathway to Dine Justice & Equity."

JUSTICE DAY INFORMATION SESSION

DATE: April 9, 2025

TIME: 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

dibé

Meaning/Definition: sheep

Join Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country (GHWIC) and Division of Behavioral and Mental Health Services (DBMHS) in our second "Talking Circle" series. "Talking Circle" will take place this evening on March 19, 2025, from 6pm-8pm at the Navajo Nation Museum Hogan, topic of discussion will be "New Vision/New Growth". This is a free event and open to the public.

For more information, please see flyer.

Are you planning a career in mine land reclamation?

$2,500 SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE

Applications for this scholarship must be received by midnight eastern time on May 31, 2025.

ch'ah

Meaning/Definition: hat

Heart Saver CPR/First Aid Course for 2025 provided by Navajo Nation Emergency Medical Service. 

Location: Window Rock Unified District Administration Cost: $68.90 per student. Limited to 10 students per course. 

Contact: (505) 422-3061 or (928) 871-6410

chaha'oh

Meaning/Definition: shade house

Saturday, April 12th, 2025 

Navajo Nation Zoo, Window Rock, AZ 86515

Ya'at'eeh! The Office of Miss Navajo Nation & Miss Navajo Nation 2024-2025, Ranisha Begay, invites all Navajo-Enrolled High School Seniors to participate in an essay contest as Miss Navajo Nation will be awarding (5) students an Apple Ipad for their educational journey. 

Deadline: June 6th, 2025 5:00 PM 

Visit the Office of Miss Navajo Nation for Application

Yá'át'ééh

We, at the Navajo Division of Economic Development, are excited to announce the 7 Annual Navajo Nation Economic Summit, April 21-23, 2025, at Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort. With the theme “Investing in the Diné Economy,” this summit offers a unique opportunity to support and grow Navajo-owned businesses while promoting economic sustainability and self-sufficiency.

Summit Highlights:

• 20+ sessions on finance, business growth, best practices, tourism, entrepreneurship, and industrial development
• Navajo matchmaking meetings for networking and business development
• Cultural entertainment celebrating Navajo heritage
• Internationally recognized keynote speakers
• Unparalleled networking opportunities with tribal leaders, departments, business professionals, and industry experts

Register today: www.NavajoEconomicSummit.com

Join the NNES Golf Tournament

Kick off the 7 Annual Navajo Nation Economic Summit with a day of networking on the green.

Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
Location: Oakcreek Country Club, 690 Bell Rock Blvd., Sedona, AZ
Time: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Registration at 7:00 AM | Shotgun Start at 8:15 AM)
Register online: www.NavajoEconomicSummit.com

For questions, contact Coordinator Cassandra Muñoz at cray02@gmail.com or (623) 628-1403.

Stay Connected

Follow @NavajoEconomy on social media for event updates, speaker announcements, and key highlights. We encourage you to share our posts with your personal network to help spread the word.

For any questions, call (928) 871-6544 or email Info@NavajoEconomicSummit.com.

Thank you for your continued dedication to the Navajo Nation’s economic progress. We look forward to seeing Read more

For the well being and safety of our staff, we will be excused for the remainder of the day. 

National Safety Council certified instructors

Open to ALL interested participants

For more information about the training courses or if you would like to register, please visit and contact: 

Website: https://nnstaffdevelopment.navajo-nsn.gov

Phone: (928) 871-6691

New Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025

New Time: 10 am - 12 pm

Hosted at crownpoint Chapter House

Note: This only applies to Budget Revision Request (BRR)'s involving Navajo funds; i.e. General Funds,
Proprietary Funds, Fiduciary Funds and Special Revenue Funds.
Your full cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Thank you

This memorandum will serve as a notice that the NN Staff Development and Training Department will be on limited services the week of March 17, 2025, to March 21, 2025. We will return to the office on Monday, March 24, 2025. 

June 26 & 27, 2025

Registration Details Coming Soon

bis

Meaning/Definition: adobe

Vowels: Articulatory Chart

NOTE: Today's Lesson: Visual Chart - [Vowels: Articulatory Chart ]