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NYO Games Opportunities Expo

Connecting Alaska’s Youth with Their Future

 

The NYO Games Opportunities Expo is a dynamic event where businesses, educational institutions, non-profits, and cultural organizations can directly connect with Alaska Native and other high school students exploring their future paths. Presented by Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC), this three-day event coincides with the Native Youth Olympic Games, bringing together hundreds of motivated young people from across Alaska.

 

Why Have a Table at the Expo?

  • Connect directly with 500+ high school students from across Alaska
  • Showcase your opportunities to youth and their families
  • Build your pipeline of future talent, students, or program participants
  • Demonstrate your commitment to Alaska Native youth development
  • Support students at a critical decision-making point in their lives
  • Gain visibility within Alaska’s Native communities

 

Event Details

  • Dates: April 24-26, 2025
    • Thursday & Friday- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Saturday- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Location: UAA Alaska Airlines Center, 3550 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK
  • Setup: Each vendor receives a 10’x10′ pipe and drape space, a six-foot table, and two chairs
  • Flexibility: Choose to participate for one, two, or all three days

 

Join us in empowering Alaska’s youth by helping them discover pathways to education, careers, and cultural connections that align with their unique passions and aspirations.

 

If you are interested in participating in this year’s Expo, please register online here.

 

If you are a sponsor of the 2025 Games and would like to reserve an Opportunities Expo booth, please contact Foster Burgess at fnburgess@citci.org.

2025 NYO Opportunities Expo Registration
  • Educational and Career Exposure: Provide high school youth with insights into various educational and career opportunities.
  • Networking: Connect youth with potential mentors, employers, and higher education institutions.
  • Inspiration and Motivation: Encourage youth to pursue their passions and interests.
  • Resource Awareness: Increase awareness about resources to support academic and career pursuits.
  • Community Building: Foster a supportive network among youth, educators, employers, and mentors.
  • Information Booths: Opportunities for non-profits, for-profits, and community organizations to share information and engage with attendees.
  • Arts & Craft Vendors: Invitation to local artisans, craftspeople, and retailers offering culturally relevant products.
  • Sponsors: All NYO Games sponsors are provided an Opportunities Expo table as part of their sponsorship benefits. Sponsors, please fill out the 2024 NYO Games Booth Registration Sponsor form and submit to khurd@citci.org.

Fees:

  • For-profit: $200 per day
  • Non-profit: $150 per day
  • Arts & Craft: $75 per day

Register and pay online at https://citci.jotform.com/240645957892068.

  • Setup Dates/Times:
    • Wednesday, April 24, 2024:    1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    • Thursday, April 25, 2024:        9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    • Friday, April 26, 2024:             8:30 AM to 9:45 AM
    • Saturday, April, 27, 2024:        8:30 AM to 9:45 AM

 

  • Operating Hours:
    • Thursday, April 25, 2024:        10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
    • Friday, April 26, 2024:             10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
    • Saturday, April, 27, 2024:        10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

 

  • Booth Specifications:
    • Participants will be provided with with a six-foot table setup with 10’x10′ pipe and drape, along with two chairs.

 

  • Restrictions:
    • Stickers
    • Condoms
    • Food

CONTACT

Brandon Oates, Youth Education Outreach & Project Coordinator

brandon.oates@citci.org

REGISTRATION

Register and pay online here.

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