The Indian Health Service Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (TSGAC) is scheduled to meet on November 9, 2021, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm eastern time. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. 12:00 - 12:45 pm EASTERN (Tribal Caucus)| 1:00 - 5:00 pm EASTERN (Full TSGAC Meeting) Join Zoom Meeting Dial by your location +1 […]
Paper City Clothing in Holyoke, 50 Arrow Gallery in Easthampton and the University of Massachusetts Amherst are highlighting contemporary Indigenous artists during Native American Heritage Month. UMass will host the Martha Redbone Roots Project, a concert at Bowker Auditorium on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 p.m. Martha Redbone is a Native and African American vocalist, […]
Recovery and Healing Conference Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 10:30 am ET- 7:00 pm ET The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is partnering with We are Warriors Emergency Operations Center and Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board to host a virtual Recovery & Healing Conference on Nov. 10, 2021, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MT. The […]
Economic Inclusion for Native Americans: Access to Safe and Affordable Bank Accounts Webinar Wednesday, November 10, 2021 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM CDT Register The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is hosting a webinar to highlight the need for access to safe and affordable bank accounts in Native American communities. Presenters from the Oklahoma Native […]
November 10 at 12:00 pm Eastern House Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands: Legislative Hearing on: H.R. 268, H.R. 980, H.R. 1469, H.R. 2512, H.R. 2551, H.R. 3600, H.R. 4358, H.R. 4404, H.R. 4494, and H.R. 5118. H.R. 1469 (Rep. Chellie Pingree), To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain […]
A Reckoning in Representation with Paulina Alexis November 11 at 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Eastern Register In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at the Aspen Institute is pleased to announce a live discussion with Paulina Alexis (Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation). Paulina’s most recent film, BEANS, is the critically acclaimed coming-of-age story that had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Based on […]
North County Climate Change Alliance (NCCCA) Our Changing Climate Series - Renewable Energy Opportunities Thursday, November 11 at 7:30 pm Central Solar power is by far the cheapest source of electricity available these days, beating coal, natural gas, and nuclear in your checkbook. But if the solar power is placed far away from the end user, […]
Every second Friday of the month: USET COVID-19 ECHO The session will include updates related to Indian Country, updates on the status of COVID-19 in the USET region, and an opportunity to ask questions and receive expert advice. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Central/12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern (join) Join by phone only at […]
Writing Indigenous Diplomacy: Indian Removal and the History of Native American Literature (webinar) Date: Friday, November 12, 2021 Time 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Register In the nineteenth century, when the crisis of Indian removal profoundly reshaped Indigenous America, many Native American diplomats and intellectuals turned to public speaking and writing to protest or […]
Honoring the Veterans Powwow Saturday, November 13 at 10:00 am Eastern Mashantucket Pequot Museum 110 Pequot Trail Mashantucket The Mashantucket Pequot Museum will hold its annual Honoring the Veterans Powwow. The event will include performances, regalia and traditional music as approximately 100 dancers and drummers compete inside the Gathering Space. Event is included in museum […]
The White House is excited to announce that the 2021 White House Tribal Nations Summit will officially take place on November 15 and 16 2021. This year the Summit will take place virtually. President Biden and the Administration look forward to hosting a robust and meaningful dialogue with Tribal leaders on key issues, policy initiatives, and […]
Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Office of Head Start (OHS) The OHS has scheduled three Tribal Consultation sessions. These one-day sessions will be held between HHS, ACF, and OHS leadership and the leadership of tribal governments operating Head Start and Early Head Start programs. The purpose of these consultation sessions is to discuss ways […]
Tuesday, November 16 at 11:00 am Eastern Register The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is hosting a free 30-minute webinar titled “Traditional Gathering Methods of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians” at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 16, in recognition of Native American Heritage Month. Tribal Forest Resource Liaison Tommy Cabe will discuss how the Eastern Band […]
Federal Vaccine Mandates: Key Takeaways and Action Steps for Employers November 16, 2021 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Register Program Overview: Join Quarles & Brady's informative webinar to help employers understand and prepare for the requirements outlined in OSHA's COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) and the Centers for Medicare & […]
AIANTA Webinar Series Expanding Global Awareness of Native Tourism With EXIM Bank Tuesday, November 16 at 11:00 am Central/12:00 pm Eastern In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, join the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA), U.S. Commercial Service the Export-Import Bank of the US (EXIM) and the La Jolla Adventure Park, for a […]
USET Office of Environmental Resource Managements Presents Safe Drinking Water Act Regulatory Training Seminars Learn how to implement Safe Drinking Water Act regulations and obtain convenient help guides to achieve compliance excellence. The various seminars will discuss items, such as: How lead testing in schools and daycare centers is being offered through USET […]
November 1 7 at 10:00 am Eastern House Natural Resources Remote Markup on Multiple Bills S.2923 - Fishery Resource Disasters Improvement Act H.R.667 - Desert Sage Youth Wellness Center Access Improvement Act H.R.3128 - American Fisheries Advisory Committee Act of 2021
November 17 at 10:00 am Eastern Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Hearing on Various Nominations. Martha Williams of Montana nominated to be Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior. Professor Sara Bronin nominated to become chairman of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP).
November 18 at 9:30 am Eastern House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis: “Tribal Voices, Tribal Wisdom: Strategies for the Climate Crisis” USET Climate Science Liaison, Dr. Casey Thornburgh, will testify.
November 18 at 9:30 am Eastern Senate Special Committee on Aging Hearing on, "Inclusive Disaster Management: Improving Preparedness, Response, and Recovery”
UPDATE 10/28: Due to scheduling challenges because of the numerous meetings and events scheduled in November, DOI SGAC leadership decided to postpone the scheduled November SGAC meeting until the week of January 31, 2022. Information about the January 2022 meeting and whether it will convene in person will be shared in early December. The Department […]
90 Degrees Benefits Presentation hosted by USET Tribal Health Program Support When: Friday, November 19 at 9:00 am - 10:00 am Central/10:00 am - 11:00 am Eastern Who should attend: Health Directors, Medical/Health Staff, Tribal Leaders What: This interactive presentation will provide information on how the STARx (Save with Tribal Access Rx Program) can […]
Washington Post Live Race in America History Matters Friday, November 19 at 11:00 am Eastern Native American Heritage Month in November is a time to mark the diverse cultures, histories and contributions of native people. On Friday, Nov. 19 at 11:00 a.m. ET, Kevin Gover, the Smithsonian’s under secretary for museums and culture, and Angeline […]
Treasury, Interior, and the White House are Hosting a Recovery Funding Update Friday, November 19 at 11:00 am Eastern Register Treasury has released an update confirming that Tribal governments will not be required to certify civil rights compliance for Treasury pandemic programs. Additionally, Tribal governments that received less than $30 million in SLFRF funding will […]
The Martha’s Vineyard Museum is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with a presentation on Saturday, Nov. 20 by Darius Coombs, cultural outreach coordinator for the Mashpee Wampanoag. The event is called Wampanoag and Noepe as One, and it traces the history of the Wampanoag people on the Vineyard, which goes back thousands of years. Mr. […]
Celebrate the rich Indigenous cultural history of Alabama. This free family-oriented festival features traditional Indigenous cuisine, storytelling, dance performances, various demonstrations from Indigenous makers across our state, gallery tours, art-making activities, animals presented by The Birmingham Zoo, and more family fun to immerse yourself into our region’s vibrant Native American culture! During your visit, check […]
Saturday, November 20, 2021 11:00 AM 3:00 PM Old Indian Meeting House 410 Meetinghouse Road Mashpee, MA, 02649United States Tribal citizens, family, and community friends are invited to attend the 12th Annual Native American Thanks Giving on Saturday, November 20. The annual event, which the Old Indian Meeting House Committee coordinates, will open at 11:00 a.m. […]
What: REVOLUTIONARY HEALING—an organic space for people to revolutionize self healing in an innovative way of music, culture, health, mental wellness & community. There will be a number of presenters for each expression of healing. Where: Fairburn, GA When: Sunday Nov 21st What to bring: We encourage attendees to bring warm fall clothing. The celebration […]
What: Webinar on Tribal healing practices for violence prevention When: Monday, November 22, 2021 Time: 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Eastern Who should attend? Tribal public health/health professionals, Tribal leaders, community members, and partners working with AI/AN communities on violence prevention Register Join the National Indian Health Board and our esteemed experts to discuss the […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter The U.S. Department ofthe Interior (Department) seeks Tribal and stakeholder input regarding the implementation ofthe Indian Boarding School Initiative (Initiative) that Secretary ofthe Interior Deb Haaland announced in June 2021.1 The Initiative's purpose is an initial collection and review of Department documents and records, and compilation of its existing data. These […]
November 29 at 12:00 p.m. ET on zoom, the House Committee on Natural Resources and the Library of Congress will host a virtual event to commemorate Native American Heritage Month. Native Americans are the Indigenous Peoples of the Unites States and continue to be integral to the story of America. To celebrate their vast and […]
Indian Health Services (IHS) Virtual Symposium is here. Register now to reserve your seat! When: November 30 – December 2, 2021 Where: Online Interact with Medicare representatives Participate in virtual, interactive presentations and demos Learn about upcoming changes and important reminders regarding Medicare Ask questions and receive real-time answers Earn CEUs Whether you are a […]
November 30, 2021 at 10:00am Eastern Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs: Hearings to examine CARES Act oversight of Treasury and the Federal Reserve, focusing on building a resilient economy.
November 30 at 3:00 pm Eastern Register The Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA) is celebrating National Native American Heritage Month! OELA is hosting a panel discussion and audience Q&A with award-winning authors whose work highlights the diversity of heroes and heroines within the Native American community.
Tribal Consultation on Treasury’s Strategic Plan for 2022-2026 Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern The Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) Modernization Act of 2010 requires federal agencies to publish new strategic plans one year after each presidential inauguration. Treasury’s Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years (FY) 2022 – 2026 will […]
USET Office of Environmental Resource Managements Presents Safe Drinking Water Act Regulatory Training Seminars Learn how to implement Safe Drinking Water Act regulations and obtain convenient help guides to achieve compliance excellence. The various seminars will discuss items, such as: How lead testing in schools and daycare centers is being offered through USET […]
December 1, 2021 at 10:00am Eastern House Financial Services: Oversight of the Treasury Department's and Federal Reserve's Pandemic Response
UPDATE: This meeting has been postponed until further notice. Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee Meeting The U.S. Department of the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee (TTAC) will convene a public meeting from 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, the meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. The meeting […]
December 2, 2021 at 10:00am Eastern Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee: Various Bills to be examined dealing with Federal lands. S.1269: A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to complete an interagency report on the effects of special recreation permits on environmental justice communities, and for other […]
December 2, 2021 at 10:30am Eastern House Energy and Commerce: “The Overdose Crisis: Interagency Proposal to Combat Illicit Fentanyl-Related Substances”
Join the NCUIH internal Project Firstline, the CDC's National training collaborative, project team for the inside scoop of the application process for Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) who are interested in becoming UIO IPC System Champions in year two of the training initiative. The team will provide context and an in-depth overview of the application process. […]