Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer Health IT Modernization Program: Site Readiness and Training
Virtual EventDear Tribal Leader Letter November 7 at 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Comments due on December 7, 2024
Dear Tribal Leader Letter November 7 at 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Comments due on December 7, 2024
UPDATE: USET's Infectious Disease ECHO is canceled for November and December. We look forward to seeing you next year. We invite you and your staff to participate in the Infectious Disease ECHO. This ECHO merged the previous COVID-19 and Hepatitis C ECHOs and will focus on a different topic every month. Additionally, clinical cases are […]
November 13 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Join Zoom link HRSA encourages all Tribal Leaders to participate in this timely discussion to help ensure valuable input representing American Indians and Alaska Natives. If you are unable to attend, you are encouraged to send any written testimony or comments to tribalconsultation@hrsa.gov by December 13, […]
November 13 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register HRSA encourages all Tribal leaders to participate in this timely discussion to help ensure valuable input representing American Indians and Alaska Natives. Those unable to attend are encouraged to send written comments to tribalconsultation@hrsa.gov by December 13.
Dear Tribal Leader Letter DRAFT IHS Headquarters Office of the Director Organizational Chart November 14 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register A key component of the proposed reorganization is the initiative of One IHS, which aims to improve effectiveness and efficiency across the Agency through greater coordination and collaboration. There are five primary […]
Link to stream the HHS Culture is Medicine Traditional Healing Summit HHS, in coordination with the White House Council on Native American Affairs, is hosting the 2nd Annual Traditional Healing Summit on November 18-19, 2024, in Washington, DC. The Summit will focus on traditional healing practices to address health challenges in Tribal communities. The Summit will […]
November 19 at 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Register USDA Rural Health Liaison, Kellie Kubena, will highlight the USDA rural health website, where to find resources, and introduce the USDA Rural Health Program Inventory tool. In addition, Dr. Kasey Martin, RD Innovation Center’s Branch Chief of Research and Program Evaluation, will share how to take […]
November 21 at 2:00 pm Eastern Register The webinar will provide an overview of the EPA and the DOE's Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Centers (TCTACs) and will explain the roles of NIHB and ITEP in the TCTAC program. The TCTAC programs intend to support tribal capacity by providing free technical assistance to Tribal communities and […]
November 22 at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Register The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) invites Tribal leaders, Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs), and Tribal health data professionals to a focused listening session on Tribe-specific data disclosures as they relate to the draft HHS Tribal Data Access Policy and draft HHS Tribal […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
As a part of the TECPHI Opioid Supplement approach to improving public health planning and infrastructure, the USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is offering a Patient-Centered Medical Home Model training to USET member Tribal Nations, USET staff, and NAO IHS staff. Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model is an emerging healthcare model. According to […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
December 4 at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Register The CDC Division of Reproductive Health’s Enhancing Reviews and Surveillance to Eliminate Maternal Mortality (www.cdc.gov/ERASEMM) program supports maternal mortality review committees (MMRCs) to identify and review deaths during and within a year of pregnancy, including documenting prevention opportunities. CDC works with MMRCs to improve review […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter November 6 at 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern Register December 5 at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Register SAMHSA is seeking input from Tribal leaders to modernize its Tribal Consultation Policy. SAMHSA will also align the policy with the reorganization of the agency under the 21st Century Cures Act […]
UPDATE: This month's ECHO has been canceled. We look forward to seeing you next year. We invite you and your staff to participate in the Infectious Disease ECHO. This ECHO merged the previous COVID-19 and Hepatitis C ECHOs and will focus on a different topic every month. Additionally, clinical cases are encouraged to be submitted […]
December 16 (full day) - December 17 (AM) – IHS TSGAC December 17 (PM) – December 18 (full day) – DOI SGAC All meetings will convene in Washington, D.C., at the Embassy Suites Washington DC Convention Center (900 10th St NW). https://www.tribalselfgov.org/event/tsgac-sgac-advisory-committee-meetings/
Dear Tribal Leader: By letter dated September 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service (IHS) initiated a joint Tribal Consultation seeking your feedback and recommendations on how HUD and IHS programs can better address housing-related water and sewer infrastructure […]
December 16 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Dear Tribal Leader Letter The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service (IHS) are seeking your feedback and recommendations on how HUD and IHS programs can better address the housing-related water and […]
December 8 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Division of Tribal Affairs, in collaboration with the CMCS Division of Long Term Services and Supports, Medicaid Benefits Health Program Group, is holding an All Tribes Webinar Wednesday, December 18, from 2–3 p.m. ET. During the hour-long […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
Update: This training has been canceled. Be on the lookout for more training in May 2025. The United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Office of Tribal Public Health’s Behavioral Health team is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid Training in January 2025. Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed for adults working with you. […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: GPRA, EHR, RPMS, iCARE, workflow management, and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model/accreditation. […]
January 21 at 3:00 pm Eastern Scientific Approach to One Health: USGS's Mission and Role Registration link Join an informative presentation that explores the vital scientific role and Mission of the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Discover how our expertise and scientific investments in One Health activities benefit the Nation by helping to optimize the […]
January 22 at 1:00 pm Eastern DOI’s Role in Advancing One Health: Mission, Management, and Authorities Registration link Join us for a panel on the Department of the Interior's (DOI) role in advancing the One Health initiative. This session will cover the DOI’s mission, vision, and authorities, along with a brief introduction to its Bureaus […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is excited to announce our first Chronic Disease ECHO Series, available to all USET member Tribal Nations. Each series will feature speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds who will echo the importance of establishing, strengthening, and broadening the reach and impact of effective health promotion and disease prevention […]
January 23 at 3:00 pm Eastern Nature-based Solutions for One Health: Harnessing the Power of Nature for Human, Animal, and Ecosystem Health Registration link Nature provides a wide range of health benefits, including but not limited to providing clean air and water for humans and animals and reducing health risks from disasters. Nature-based solutions (NBS) […]
January 24 at 3:00 pm Eastern Learning from our Ancestors, One Health examples from Indian Country Registration link The DOI's Bureau of Indian Affairs will provide an overview of its mission, purpose, and authorities, and discuss One Health considerations and examples from Indian Country with the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society.
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
UPDATE (02/03/2025): This consultation has been postponed by HHS. February 6 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Dear Tribal Leader Letter The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) invites Tribal leaders to a virtual Tribal consultation on Proposed Modifications to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Security Rule to […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: GPRA, EHR, RPMS, iCARE, workflow management, and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model/accreditation. […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
March 27 at 2:00 pm Eastern Register Native communities can use the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) to support important economic development projects—from Tribal businesses to schools to public infrastructure. The program has provided gap funding for hundreds of millions of dollars in development across Indian Country. The NMTC program can also be used to […]
National Indian Health Board will host the Tribal Health Equity Data Symposium on March 4–5, 2025. The conference is open to anyone interested in the topics of the conference, but especially recommended for Tribal public health and healthcare data users and data analysts, Tribal leaders, epidemiologists and staff from Tribal Epidemiology Centers, CMS Tribal Technical […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
As in previous years, HHS will continue to work to improve the consultation process. The Department understands the importance of hearing from Tribal Nations on national and regional issues, as well as Tribal-specific concerns. HHS will host two planning sessions to prepare for the consultation. These will take place on: Wednesday, March 5 from 3:00 […]
2025 USET/USET SPF Impact Week Board of Directors Meeting March 10-13, 2025 Crystal Gateway Marriott Arlington, VA Dissimilar to many other Tribal/Native organizational meetings and conferences held across Indian Country, the USET/USET SPF Impact Week and Annual Meetings are Board of Directors meeting convenings and not open for general public registration. Anyone who is not […]
HHS HPAI Briefing for Tribal Nations Time: March 11, 2025, 12:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register Please join HHS next week on Tuesday, March 11, at 12:30 PM ET for a briefing on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). This informational briefing will bring you up to date on its status, HHS and USDA […]
March 12 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Join via Microsoft Teams Webinar webpage This two hour webinar will present the current best practices, and primary challenges, for responding to lithium-ion battery fires. The course will cover the basics of Li-ion batteries and their unique hazards; types of incidents that may be encountered; and […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: GPRA, EHR, RPMS, iCARE, workflow management, and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model/accreditation. […]
As in previous years, HHS will continue to work to improve the consultation process. The Department understands the importance of hearing from Tribal Nations on national and regional issues, as well as Tribal-specific concerns. HHS will host two planning sessions to prepare for the consultation. These will take place on: Wednesday, March 5 from 3:00 […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
March 26 at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern Register This webinar will focus on specific Part A and Part B CMS required enrollment applications for IHS, Tribal, or Urban Indian providers and facilities as well as revalidation requirements and due dates.
Mar 26, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - Current Measles Response and Clinical and Prevention Best Practices Apr 2, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - MMR Vaccine Outreach Strategies Apr 9, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - Making a Strong Vaccine Recommendation: Vaccine Communication Approaches Register This will be a three part collaborative learning series presented by Indian […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
Mar 26, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - Current Measles Response and Clinical and Prevention Best Practices Apr 2, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - MMR Vaccine Outreach Strategies Apr 9, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - Making a Strong Vaccine Recommendation: Vaccine Communication Approaches Register This will be a three part collaborative learning series presented by Indian […]
April 7-13, 2025 NPHW For three decades, National Public Health Week has been a cornerstone in advancing health equity, improving community well-being and championing policies that protect and promote public health. As we mark this milestone, join a dynamic forum reflecting on the remarkable progress of the last 30 years and charting the path forward. Through […]
Mar 26, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - Current Measles Response and Clinical and Prevention Best Practices Apr 2, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - MMR Vaccine Outreach Strategies Apr 9, 2025 2:00 pm Eastern - Making a Strong Vaccine Recommendation: Vaccine Communication Approaches Register This will be a three part collaborative learning series presented by Indian […]
April 10 at 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Register Join the National Indian Health Board (NIHB) on April 10, 2025, from 2:30 - 3:30pm ET for a powerful webinar during Tribal Public Health Week 2025, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable investments in Tribal public health. During this webinar, we will explore the critical […]
April 15 at 2:00 pm Eastern Register The National Indian Health Board would like to invite you to a Tribal-only townhall discussion on the recently proposed reorganization of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on April 15 at 2:00 PM ET. The proposed reorganization of HHS, combined with a considerable reduction in force, […]
Register When: April 17, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. AKST, 11:00 a.m. PDT, 12:00 p.m. MDT, 1:00 p.m. CDT, 2:00 p.m. EDT Tribal training and technical assistance (TTA) centers offer a wide range of free, tailored support for providers working to prevent substance use and mental health challenges in Tribal communities. Backed by SAMHSA funding and […]
April 22-23 Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC The Annual Tribal Budget Consultation provides a forum for HHS leadership and financial officers to consult with Tribal leaders on funding and policy priorities for the Department budget. This year's consultation will focus on identifying Tribal funding and policy priorities for the FY […]
Preparations are underway for the NCUIH Annual Conference on April 22 - 25, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The NCUIH Annual Conference provides a platform for Urban Indian Organizations, health care professionals, policymakers, community leaders, and advocates to come together and discuss critical issues related to urban Indian health. Please save the date and stay tuned […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The April 16 session has been rescheduled to April 23. The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants […]
The Direct Service Tribe (DST) Advisory Committee (DSTAC) Quarterly meeting is to provide leadership, advocacy, and policy guidance. Advocating for Indian Health policies that advance DST objectives and priorities. Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Time: 8:00-5:00pm ET Location: Mary E. Switzer Memorial Building, Room 1402 & 1409, 330 C St SW, Washington DC 20201 Who […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health is providing the USET Diabetes Support Program Regional Training for the Indian Health Service (IHS) Nashville Area Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) program coordinators. The purpose of this event is to provide a collective approach to understanding the needs of their SDPI program and provide educational resources/materials […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
Due to the high demand of additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To solicit feedback on topics, please email […]
The United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Office of Tribal Public Health’s Behavioral Health team is hosting two Mental Health First Aid Trainings in May 2025. The training will consist of approximately two hours of self-paced pre-work and one 5-hour virtual training day. Mental Health First Aid, as defined by the National Council for Mental […]
May 13 at 12:30 pm Eastern Register The RTI Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinating Center will be hosting a 90-minute webinar on the Ask Suicide Screening Questions Toolkit on Tuesday, May 13, at 12:30pm ET. This webinar will be led by IHS's Suicide Prevention expert, Dr. Pamela End of Horn, and National Institute of Mental Health […]
The United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Office of Tribal Public Health’s Behavioral Health team is hosting two Mental Health First Aid Trainings in May 2025. The training will consist of approximately two hours of self-paced pre-work and one 5-hour virtual training day. Mental Health First Aid, as defined by the National Council for Mental […]
Health Information Technology Modernization Four Directions Warehouse Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) Registration Link: Meeting Registration - Zoom (zoomgov.com) Event Sponsor: IHS Who Should Attend: Tribal and Urban Indian Organization Leaders
The Direct Service Tribes (DST) Advisory Committee (DSTAC) Monthly meeting to provide leadership, advocacy, and policy guidance. Advocating for Indian Health policies that advance DST objectives and priorities. Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Time: 3:00-4:00pm ET Join ZoomGov Meeting https://ihs-gov.zoomgov.com/j/1608602523 Meeting ID: 160 860 2523 One tap mobile +16692545252,,1608602523# US (San Jose) +16692161590,,1608602523# US (San […]
May 20-21 Holiday Inn and Suites Elk Grove Central - Hwy 99 9175 West Stockton Boulevard Sacramento, CA Register The National Indian Health Board (NIHB), in partnership with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), invites you to attend the upcoming CMS ITU Training held in person May 20–21, 2025, in Sacramento, California. This […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
The Indian Health Service, Office of Quality, Division of Quality Assurance and Patient Safety, Credentialing Program is hosting a one-hour virtual eLearning session for their IHS Medical Service Professional (aka Credentialist) on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 11 am EST. There will be a guest speaker from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). This […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
Due to the high demand of additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To solicit feedback on topics, please email […]
June 4 at 2:00 pm Central/3:00 pm Eastern Register The purpose of this webinar is to support preparedness and early awareness of New World Screwworm (NWS), the current situation in Central America and Mexico, how NWS is a threat to tribal nations and tribal communities, as well as how to identify and treat infestations. The […]
June 18-19, 2025 River Spirit Casino Resort 8330 Riverside Pkwy, Tulsa, OK 74137 The Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (TSGAC) is excited to announce will be they hosting an upcoming in-person training on the Affordable Care Act/Indian Health Care Improvement Act (ACA/IHCIA). The training will be held on June 18 and 19, 2025, from 9 am […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
June 24-27 in Presque Isle, Maine Sponsored by Mi’kmaq Nation Health Department’s Community Health & Wellness Team Cost $995.00 - 4 Days Registration and Event Info Here. Registration & Payment: Personal Trainer Certification Enrollment Fee $995.00. Payment due June 3rd ($35 fee added for late payments). Register with a credit card or bank account info […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
Due to the high demand of additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To solicit feedback on topics, please email […]
2025 USET Best Practices Conference The Braided Path: Weaving together Wisdom, Innovation, and Community July 7-9, 2025 Nashville, TN Our 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 […]
Update: This training has been rescheduled from July 10-11, 2025, to July 8-9, 2025 Participants will receive in-person instruction at no-cost in the Diabetes Management System package for RPMS (BDM) in both the roll and scroll interface and the Visual DMS graphical user interface (GUI). Topics include building and maintaining diabetes and pre-diabetes registers, editing […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter July 8 at 11:00 am Eastern Register The National Indian Health Board will host a virtual tribal caucus on July 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET, in preparation for the upcoming series of in-person tribal consultations on the ongoing realignment of the Indian Health Service (IHS). The purpose of this caucus […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Date: July 16 - July 17, 2025 Time: 12:00 – 5:30pm ET each day Register Written Comments: Written comments related to the HHS reorganization are requested by July 18, 2025. Please send comments via one of the following methods: Email: TribalAffairs@hhs.gov Subject Line: Tribal Listening Session on the HHS Reorganization Postal […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Date: July 16 - July 17, 2025 Time: 12:00 – 5:30pm ET each day Register Written Comments: Written comments related to the HHS reorganization are requested by July 18, 2025. Please send comments via one of the following methods: Email: TribalAffairs@hhs.gov Subject Line: Tribal Listening Session on the HHS Reorganization Postal […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
July 30 at 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern Register The goal of this virtual listening session is to gather information from participants to aid SAMHSA about the development of a resource that will assist partners in implementing and sustaining projects addressing the relationship between nutrition and behavioral health. The Nutrition and Behavioral Health Project […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
The 29th Biannual CDC Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting will take place August 6–7, 2025. The meeting will be hosted by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation in Tulsa, OK. You can register to attend virtually by clicking this link: Webinar Registration - Zoom. The agenda will be posted soon on the CDC/ATSDR TAC website. The TAC […]
Due to the high demand of additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To solicit feedback on topics, please email […]
August 7 at 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The Health Information Technology (IT) Modernization Program is hosting a Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer (TC/UC) session on Thursday, August 7 from 1:30-3:00 p.m. ET via Zoom. This session provides an opportunity for Tribes and urban Indian organizations to discover more about PATH EHR Scope and […]
The purpose of this sub-workgroup meeting is to identify key questions and topics where additional analysis would bolster a potential mandatory funding proposal. This will be a hybrid meeting 3:15pm-5:00pm EST In-person location: Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 800, 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201 Zoom Link for Virtual Attendance: https://ihs-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/kvPS2C8HRhy9Qj34mXaE8w Meeting ID: 161 976 3353 […]
Register now. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Division of Tribal Affairs (DTA), in collaboration with the National Indian Health Board, will hold an All Tribes Webinar Wednesday, August 13, from 3-4 p.m. Eastern. The webinar will provide an overview of and introduction to the Medicaid tribal provisions in the One Big Beautiful […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
NCAI is pleased to host a webinar on the recently released discussion draft of the Draft Native Children’s Commission Implementation Act by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) in response to The Way Forward Report from the Commission on Native Children. To assist Tribal stakeholders in preparing their feedback, NCAI is working in partnership with our sister […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
USET's Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) invites you to an upcoming virtual training on understanding Tribal Public Health Infrastructure with public health leader Dr. Charlotte Huntley. The training includes: Foundations of Public Health Tribal Data Sovereignty Building Public Health Infrastructure Culturally Responsive and Community-Driven Public Health Public Health Programs and Services and Their Interconnectedness […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
Due to the high demand of additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To solicit feedback on topics, please email […]
Join USET's Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) for a conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Daryl Tonemah. This webinar will explore how behavioral health strategies are being integrated into classrooms to support healing, student well-being, boost academic performance, and create more inclusive learning environments. Together, we’ll examine how addressing mental and emotional health is helping […]
September 7-12, 2025 Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ Conference Website The wait is over—registration for NIHB’s 2025 Annual Tribal Health Conference is officially OPEN! This is your chance to connect with Tribal health leaders, policymakers, and advocates from across Indian Country to advance the future of Native health. Register Now – Secure your […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
On September 17, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. Eastern, SCIA will hold an oversight hearing entitled "Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act: Successes and Opportunities at the Department of the Interior and the Indian Health Service." This hearing will be held both online and in person at Dirksen 628.
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health is providing the USET Diabetes Support Program Regional Training for the Indian Health Service (IHS) Nashville Area Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) program coordinators. The purpose of this event is to provide a collective approach to understanding the needs of their SDPI program and provide educational resources/materials […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
This is a Tribal Caucus intended to convene Tribal leaders, Tribal or Tribal Organization Professionals, and Tribal health policy experts to prepare for the upcoming CMS All Tribes Webinar on the Rural Health Transformation Program (10/8 at 1:00 p.m. ET). This meeting is closed to the press and all federal and state governmental partners.
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience. Its primary goal is to strengthen the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through strategies focused on mitigation, prevention, and preparation in the disaster management cycle. The Task Force also […]
Please register for the webinar here: https://kauffmaninc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hZoUVRAeTaS5Lsm2Jsny0w The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Division of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with the Centers for Medicaid & CHIP Services, will hold an All Tribes Webinar on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time. On September 15, 2025, CMS announced details on how states […]
Join us for the 13th Annual National Native Harm Reduction Summit October 14–16, 2025, hosted at White Earth Nation at the Shooting Star Casino & Event Center in Mahnomen, Minnesota. The National Native Harm Reduction Summit brings together Native and allied harm reduction practitioners, Tribal leaders, researchers, and advocates from across Turtle Island. This annual […]
Due to the high demand for additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To provide feedback on topics, please email […]
2025 USET Annual Board of Directors Meeting and USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting October 27-30, 2025 Hosted by the USET member Mid-Atlantic Tribal Nations REMINDER: Dissimilar to many other Tribal/Native organizational meetings and conferences held across Indian Country, the USET and USET SPF Impact Week and Annual Meetings are Board of Directors meeting convenings […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience. Its primary goal is to strengthen the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through strategies focused on mitigation, prevention, and preparation in the disaster management cycle. The Task Force also […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. When: The first and third Wednesday of every […]
Join us as the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana highlights the connection between housing and mental well-being. Stable, safe, and affordable housing is a critical determinant of behavioral health. This webinar will explore how housing conditions, instability, and homelessness intersect with mental health and substance use outcomes and share research insights, policy considerations, and programmatic solutions. […]
Due to the high demand for additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To provide feedback on topics, please email […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. When: The first and third Wednesday of every […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience. Its primary goal is to strengthen the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through strategies focused on mitigation, prevention, and preparation in the disaster management cycle. The Task Force also […]
The Indian Health Service Tribal Summit, originally scheduled for November and later postponed to December 3-4, 2025, has been further rescheduled to Spring 2026. We appreciate your understanding and continued interest in this important event. Updated details, including the specific dates, will be shared as they become available. Please email the IHS Tribal Affairs team […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. When: The first and third Wednesday of every […]
On December 15, 2025, from 12:00-1:30pm ET, the National Indian Health Board (NIHB) will host a virtual Tribal caucus in preparation for the upcoming series of Tribal consultations on the ongoing realignment of the Indian Health Service (IHS).The purpose of this caucus is to provide an overview of the next phase of the IHS realignment […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter As part of this second Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer process, the IHS will convene four (4) in-person Tribal Consultation sessions and one (1) virtual Urban Confer session to provide multiple opportunities for feedback and discussion on the proposed IHS realignment. We invite you to register for the sessions you plan […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter As part of this second Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer process, the IHS will convene four (4) in-person Tribal Consultation sessions and one (1) virtual Urban Confer session to provide multiple opportunities for feedback and discussion on the proposed IHS realignment. We invite you to register for the sessions you plan […]
Due to the high demand for additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To provide feedback on topics, please email […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. When: The first and third Wednesday of every […]
Starting in December, the National Indian Health Board (NIHB) will convene a quarterly Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC) meeting series. As the national convener, NIHB will bring together Tribal leaders, maternal health experts, Birthworkers, and community partners to share knowledge, discuss promising practices, and strengthen collaboration across funded initiatives. The series will showcase the work […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter As part of this second Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer process, the IHS will convene four (4) in-person Tribal Consultation sessions and one (1) virtual Urban Confer session to provide multiple opportunities for feedback and discussion on the proposed IHS realignment. We invite you to register for the sessions you plan […]