Tribal Liaison Program

The Tribal Liaison Program is dedicated to strengthening ties between Sandoval County and its Tribal Communities. Its philosophy is that by working together, the overall health, well-being, and prosperity of Native American residents and all residents of Sandoval County can be increased. This program addresses the needs of members and governments of the Pueblos of Cochiti, Jemez, Laguna, San Felipe, San Ildefonso, Sandia, Santa Ana, Santa Clara, Santo Domingo (Kewa), and Zia, the Navajo Chapters of Counselor, Ojo Encino, and Torreon/Star Lake, and the Jicarilla Apache Nation.

Our Tribal Liaison Coordinators meet regularly with their Tribal Community and County counterparts. During these meetings, they exchange program information, discuss challenges and explore solutions, participate in area events, and conduct trainings to benefit the County’s Tribal Communities. Other activities include health fairs, educational summits, conferences, and other community-centered, multi-generational programs.

Tribal Liaison Coordinators also assist with voter registration for all County primary, general, special, and school board elections. When needed, the Tribal Liaisons translate election-related material—including ballots—into the appropriate Native language (Keres, Towa, and Navajo). All information provided by the Tribal Liaisons is non-partisan.