Navajo Nation third state of the nation comes to Shiprock Jan. 13

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren is inviting the public to The People’s Third State of the Navajo Nation at Shiprock High School in Naatʼáanii Nééz on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026. The program begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. and will bring members of the Diné together to hear updates on the Nation’s progress and priorities.

Organizers describe the gathering as both an information session and a community event. Attendees will have access to informational booths staffed by Nation resources and partner organizations, live entertainment, and a complimentary luncheon. For those unable to travel to Shiprock, the event will be broadcast live on radio and streamed online; the event flyer includes livestream access and additional details.

The People’s Third State of the Navajo Nation is designed to give residents a direct line to leadership and to spotlight plans that shape services across the Nation. For Apache County residents who live on or near the Navajo Nation, the gathering is an opportunity to hear how federal, tribal, and local priorities may affect programs from health and education to infrastructure and economic development. The presence of informational booths also means people can connect directly with programs and partners, pick up materials, and ask staff about benefits, services, or upcoming initiatives.

Shiprock High School has been selected as the venue to encourage wide public attendance in a central location for many Diné communities. The morning start time signals a full program of remarks and community engagement, and the complimentary luncheon aims to make the event accessible for families and elders attending in person. Live radio and online streaming will ensure that community members across the Nation and those in remote parts of Apache County can follow the proceedings.

Event leaders encourage attendees to arrive early for seating and to plan for parking and crowding typical of large community gatherings. Those following online should consult the event flyer for exact livestream links and technical instructions. The gathering also offers a cultural moment to celebrate Diné identity and community resilience while leaders outline goals for the coming year.

Our two cents? Treat the State of the Nation as a chance to ask hard questions and come away with practical information: show up early if you can, bring neighbors who might need help accessing services, and tune into the livestream if travel is a barrier. This is one occasion where face time with leadership and outreach from service providers both matter.