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International Indigenous Dementia Research Network (IIDRN) Annual Conference in Hawaii
Register & Save the Date for the third International Indigenous Dementia Research Network (IIDRN) Conference!
October 20-23, 2025
The aim of this conference is to advance research in the area of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) in Indigenous populations worldwide. We will bring together leading scientists, policy makers, Indigenous Elders, Indigenous communities and organizations, people living with dementia, and trainees to exchange information on current research and advancements concerning ADRD in the context of health equity. Other aims are to support collaboration, career development, and relationship building to grow the scientific community to address the increasing dementia disparities in Indigenous populations.
Recognizing that ADRD in Indigenous populations is still a developing field of research, this conference will serve as a launching site to build and support research capacity and sustain scientific advancement in the field. Our long-term goal is to create an expanded, sustainable, supportive, worldwide network of scholars committed to knowledge exchange and collaboration to advance research, knowledge, and mentorship in community-based, culturally appropriate ADRD research with Indigenous populations.
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As a Dakota from the Lower Sioux Community and a member of the Elder Advisory Council in Minnesota, this is my second year attending, and I'm enjoying it even more. I love connecting with other Indigenous communities, hearing their experiences in caring for relatives, and sharing stories to bring back home. I'm so grateful to the Minnesota staff for planning such an incredible conference, and I hope to return next year, maybe with something to present from the Dakota tribes.
Anne O'Keefe
Elder Advisory Member
This conference is a unique and invaluable space that brings together Indigenous researchers, community leaders, and Elders to share and celebrate our work in culturally relevant and meaningful ways. It's the only place I've found where my research is embraced not for diversity checkboxes, but for its true impact on Indigenous communities.
Kyle Conniff, PHD
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin