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SUMMARY:NAFOA Webinar Series | Tribal Tax Parity Legislation H.R. 8318
DESCRIPTION:Between July and August\, NAFOA will host a series of three webinars covering the new Tribal Tax Parity legislation\, H.R. 8318\, introduced in May by Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI) in partnership with Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ). This legislation is a critical step forward for tribal economies and business development and requires the support of Indian Country to ensure it meets the needs of tribes and is successfully enacted. NAFOA’s webinar series will provide an analysis of this newly rewritten legislation and is scheduled for: \n\nTuesday\, July 23rd from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time\nTuesday\,  August 6th from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time\nTuesday\, August 20th from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time\n\nRegister for Webinar Series \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nafoa-webinar-series-tribal-tax-parity-legislation-h-r-8318/2024-08-06/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Taxation,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T113000
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Tourism Collaborative of the Americas Webinar | Putting Colonization in the Rear-View through Autonomy and Partnership
DESCRIPTION:August 8 at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThis webinar\, held in honor of World Indigenous Peoples Day\, will delve into the definition of Indigenous tourism from the perspectives and values of Indigenous communities\, distinguishing between Indigenous-led tourism and tourism that features Indigenous peoples without their direct involvement.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/indigenous-tourism-collaborative-of-the-americas-webinar-putting-colonization-in-the-rear-view-through-autonomy-and-partnership/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816
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SUMMARY:2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference
DESCRIPTION:2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference\nThe Braided Path: Weaving together Wisdom\, Innovation\, and Community\nAugust 13-15\, 2024\nNashville\, TN\nOur Why: USET member Tribal Nations have cared for their communities and environments since time immemorial. This wisdom and these invaluable best practices have been passed down through the generations fostering a unique relationship among each other and all living things. This advances a deep connection with the environment\, providing holistic health approaches\, and cultivates sustainable economic development. \n\nConference Definition: USET presents an integrated approach to Tribal Sovereignty and Self-determination through the programmatic lens of our Offices of Environmental Resource Management\, Economic Development\, and Tribal Public Health . This conference hosts learning sessions for Tribal Leadership and staff to engage in a collaborative setting to share knowledge\, wisdom\, and innovation to enhance our collective strength and impact \n\nGoals: \n\nTo provide collaborative spaces for USET member Tribal Nation Leaders and staff to share knowledge\, skills\, resources\, and fortify relationships.\nTo promote USET foundational pillars\, which support USET member Tribal Nations in strengthening communities of practice.\nTo provide innovative support service through cross-sectional tracks.\nTo ensure the health\, well-being\, and self-determination of present and future generations.\n\n\nWhen: August 13-15\, 2024 \n\nWhere: Nashville\, TN \nSheraton Music City Nashville Airport Hotel\n777 McGavock Pike\nNashville\, TN 37214 \nMake your hotel reservation before the cut off date to receive the group rate of $149. The discounted rate has been extended to July 25. \n\nWho should attend: \nUSET member Tribal Nation Leaders\, staff\, committee members\, volunteers\, and citizens who can benefit in the exchange of information\, such as: \n\nUSET Member Tribal Nation Leaders \nUSET Member Tribal Health Staff: Health directors\, clinic staff\, diabetes coordinators\, behavioral health\, social services personnel\, emergency services personnel\, and public health professionals. \nUSET Member Tribal Economic Development Staff: Development Directors\, Enterprise leaders\, Community Development professionals \nUSET Member Tribal Program Staff: Natural resource managers\, water and wastewater utility professionals\, agriculture program staff and producers\, cultural resource managers\, climate adaptation and resiliency staff\, school and childcare facilities managers\, and infrastructure and community development planners.  \n\n\n\n\n\nTracks:  \nThe USET Tribal Best Practices Conference tracks are designed to provide a diverse and comprehensive platform for exploring critical issues and emerging trends across various programmatic focuses.  These tracks aim to foster dialogue\, collaboration\, and innovation. Through engaging presentations\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities\, participants will gain valuable insights\, share expertise\, and forge meaningful connections with fellow professionals and thought leaders. \nThe USET Offices of Environmental Resource Management\, the Economic Development\, and Tribal Public Health will present across these four domains: \n\nOur Homelands: Exploring the relationship between indigenous communities and their ancestral lands\, this track delves into the challenges and best practices of preserving cultural heritage\, community development\, and environmental stewardship.\nOur Resources: Examining the sustainable management and utilization of resources (natural\, human capital\, and others) vital to communities.\nOur People: Focusing on the well-being and empowerment of indigenous people\, this track addresses issues such as health\, education\, and the preservation of traditional knowledge and languages.\nOur Future: Envisioning a future shaped by indigenous perspectives\, this track explores innovative solutions to pressing global challenges.\n\n\nAgenda: \nAccess the 2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference Smartsheet Dashboard to view the draft agenda and access additional details about the event\, including speakers and vendors. We will continue to update the dashboard and the USET/USET SPF Events app as new information becomes available. If you have any questions\, please email us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org. \nAgenda (as of August 9) \n\nRegistration: Registration is open! We encourage all attendees and presenters to register in advance. \n\nTravel Stipends: \nThe application for travel stipends is now closed. \nUSET provides Travel stipends for attendees designated by a USET member Tribal Nation to attend this event. The Tribal Nation will receive a stipend on your behalf to offset the cost of travel. Stipends are allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. If you have any questions\, please contact bpcsupport@usetinc.org. \nRegistration is required to attend the conference\, so please register for the event. \n\nSpecial Events: \n\nTuesday Night Welcome Reception:– appetizers and refreshments provided\nFood Truck Festival on Tuesday and Thursday (Meals will be at individuals’ expense)\nBarter Market: Wednesday\, August 14 at 8:30 am the General Session will be a bartering exercise. The Barter Market is an opportunity for us to revitalize trade routes. If you would like to participate\, please bring anything you value\, large or small\, that can make for a good trade. Some examples include: Maple syrup\, seeds\, beadwork\, baskets\, jam\, teas\, traditional tools\, books\, etc. People have also bartered services before: garden weeding\, seed sorting\, etc. If you made the item\, even better\, but that’s not required. This activity is more about conversation and remembering the value of our time\, expertise\, and craft beyond the cash economy.\n\n\nSpeakers: \nFor inquiries on speaker opportunities at the USET 2024 Tribal Best Practices Conference\, please contact us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org. \n\nExhibitors: \nThe 2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference Exhibitor Space is full.  Please reach out to BPCsupport@usetinc.org to be add to a waitlist. \n\n\n\nMeeting App: \n\n\nDownload the USET/USET SPF Events app from your app store. Then within the app search for USET 2024 Tribal Best Practices Conference. Download the event to the app. You can use it to stay up to date with the latest news and announcements\, create your schedule\, view all agendas\, and connect with attendees. \nIf you have used the app for a previous USET meeting\, you will need to exit that event. Click on your profile\, go to settings\, and click “exit the event” at the bottom of the screen. Then search for USET 2024 Tribal Best Practices Conference and download the event to your app. \n\nOpen the app in Google Play\nOpen the app in the Apple Store\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nA complimentary airport hotel shuttle runs every 30 minutes (Please note that the shuttle only goes between the hotel and the airport. The shuttle does not provide transportation to downtown Nashville.)\nAll meals will not be provided.\n\nFood trucks will be at the hotel on Tuesday and Thursday for participants to order their lunch.\nThere will be a free reception on Tuesday night at the hotel and light hors d’oeuvres will be provided.\nLunch is provided on Wednesday.\n\n\nA wellness room will be available for participants to take a moment to unwind and relieve some stress.\nA lactation room will be provided for participants needing to pump or breastfeed.\nIt will be hot and humid in Nashville. The weather is a bit unpredictable\, but heat and humidity are a guarantee. However\, some rooms in the hotel might be a bit chilly so it’s suggested to bring a light jacket or sweater.\nThere will be fabulous prizes given during general sessions and you must be present to win.\nPlan to stay until the very end. An amazing prize will be awarded at the closing on Thursday\, and you must be present to win.\nThere will be amazing vendors!\nThe USET/USET Event app will have the most up-to-date information regarding sessions\, locations\, and maps. Notifications will be sent throughout the conference for helpful reminders and announcements.\nVisit the USET Tribal Best Practices Conference webpage for more information.\n\n\nWhat to Do in Nashville: \nCreativity is the heart and soul of Nashville\, the “Music City\,” and there’s never a shortage of inspiring things to do. From music\, culture\, and the arts to food\, sports\, and shopping\, there is an “only in Nashville” experience waiting for you. Learn about things to do in Nashville. \n\nCOVID Protocols:  \nThe USET Tribal Epidemiology Center (USET TEC) is a recognized public health authority supported by the Tribal Nations within the USET region. Throughout the course of the COVID pandemic\, we have relied on their expertise to guide us to ensure for the overall safety\, health\, and wellness for our members\, staff\, and event attendees. As the impacts of COVID have evolved\, we have continued to assess our protocols to ensure that they remain reflective of the current status of the pandemic. \nCurrently (as of 04/17/2023\, subject to change)\, USET is no longer requiring proof of vaccination to attend USET-sponsored meetings. A supply of masks and tests will be made available for attendees to use at their discretion. \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2024-uset-tribal-best-practices-conference/
LOCATION:Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport Hotel\, 777 McGavock Pike\, Nashville\, TN\, 37214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Health,Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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SUMMARY:SBA Webinar | Small Business\, Big Impact: What “Made in America” means for your small business
DESCRIPTION:August 14 at 2:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSmall businesses play a critical role in the recent resurgence in U.S. manufacturing. The federal government has supported this with “Made in America” policies that are reshoring critical industries\, strengthening major supply chains and rebuilding America’s industrial base. Join Small Business Majority and the SBA to learn about opportunities available to small manufacturers and other businesses in critical industries as part of Investing in America laws—including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law\, CHIPS and Science Act\, and the Inflation Reduction Act. This webinar will include a walkthrough of online federal and state resources within the SBA’s new Small Business Resource Hub.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/sba-webinar-small-business-big-impact-what-made-in-america-means-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105453
CREATED:20240119T191943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T191943Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls
DESCRIPTION:The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which are intended to serve as a forum for potential CDFI Certification Applicants\, Certified CDFIs\, and other CDFI Certification stakeholders to ask questions and discuss CDFI Certification and the CDFI Certification process. \nAccess InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 and dial in the numeric Participant Passcode 5916044. No prior registration is necessary. Please note the dial in process is automated. The conference call will have a moderator to direct the Q&As. Please note all call are Eastern Time (ET). \nCDFI Certification Conference Call Schedule \n\nThursday\, February 15\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, March 21\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, April 18\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, May 16\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, June 20\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, July 18\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, August 15\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, September 19\, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nThursday\, October 17\, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET\nThursday\, November 21\, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET\nThursday\, December 19\, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCDFI CONTACT INFORMATION\n\nHave questions/concerns about CDFI Certification? \nOCPE Helpdesk\nEmail: OCPECert@cdfi.treas.gov\nPhone: (202) 653-0423 \nIT Helpdesk\nEmail: ithelpdesk@cdfi.treas.gov\nPhone: (202) 653-0300
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/monthly-cdfi-certification-conference-calls/2024-08-15/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Infrastructure,Treasury Department
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T143000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105453
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SUMMARY:NAFOA Webinar Series | Tribal Tax Parity Legislation H.R. 8318
DESCRIPTION:Between July and August\, NAFOA will host a series of three webinars covering the new Tribal Tax Parity legislation\, H.R. 8318\, introduced in May by Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI) in partnership with Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ). This legislation is a critical step forward for tribal economies and business development and requires the support of Indian Country to ensure it meets the needs of tribes and is successfully enacted. NAFOA’s webinar series will provide an analysis of this newly rewritten legislation and is scheduled for: \n\nTuesday\, July 23rd from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time\nTuesday\,  August 6th from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time\nTuesday\, August 20th from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time\n\nRegister for Webinar Series \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nafoa-webinar-series-tribal-tax-parity-legislation-h-r-8318/2024-08-20/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Taxation,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105453
CREATED:20240820T193108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T193108Z
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SUMMARY:Native Americans in Philanthropy Webinar |  Funding Opportunities for Native Non-Profits
DESCRIPTION:August 22 at 1:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nPlease join this impressive group of practitioners and advocates on Thursday\, August 22 at 1:00 PM ET for a holistic conversation on the needs and resources available to Native non-profits. Native Ways Federation’s Carly Bad Heart Bull (Dakota/Muscogee) and Native Voices Rising’s Shash Yázhí Moreno Charley (Diné) will share their resources and knowledge to ensure that Native non-profits across Turtle Island are safeguarded and secured for generations to come.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/native-americans-in-philanthropy-webinar-funding-opportunities-for-native-non-profits/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105453
CREATED:20240618T180913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T141957Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: USET Office of Economic Development Webinar | Progressing the Whole Story: A Conversation of Economic Data
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: The webinar is postponed. More information is coming soon. \n\nProgressing the Whole Story: A Conversation of Economic Data\npresented by the\nUSET Office of Economic Development \nDuring this webinar\, attendees will explore the multifaceted aspects of Tribal economic data\, uncovering insights that paint a holistic picture of economic activity within the USET region. The goal is to foster a dialogue that goes beyond conventional metrics\, shedding light on recent USET work on economic data endeavors that contribute to the vibrancy and resilient of Tribal Nations. Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey to progress the whole story of Tribal economic data. \nWhen: August 28 at 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM Central/2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Eastern \nWho Should Attend: USET Tribal Leaders\, Tribal Economic Development Practitioners\, and Data Enthusiasts \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the significance of Tribal economic data its impact on policy.\nExplore innovative methods for studying and sharing Tribal economic data.\nIdentify strategies for leveraging Tribal economic data for future growth.\n\nRegister: Registration is open. \nQuestions: If you have any questions\, please contact Sarah Fly\, USET Administrative Assistant\, at sfly@usetinc.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-office-of-economic-development-webinar-progressing-the-whole-story-a-conversation-of-economic-data/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105453
CREATED:20240826T194347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T194347Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA) Webinar on Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
DESCRIPTION:August 29 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nNAFOA is hosting a webinar in conjunction with the Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA)\, that will provide an overview of the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 for those who oversee the administration of employer-sponsored group health plans. Speakers from EBSA will discuss parity requirements between mental health/substance use disorder benefits and medical/surgical benefits provided by employer-sponsored plans. Topics will include Non-Quantitative Treatment Limitations and Quantitative Treatment Limitations to be aware of when ensuring plan compliance.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/native-american-finance-officers-association-nafoa-webinar-on-mental-health-parity-and-addiction-equity-act/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Labor,Economic Development,Federal Partners,Health,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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