HUD Virtual Training | Permanent Supportive Housing Training
2024-08-05 07:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
August 5 at 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Eastern
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This training program has been designed to provide support for the development of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) projects that cater to Tribal homelessness on reservations. The staff of Tribal housing authorities, as well as any other Tribal department staff and/or Tribal council members, will gain a comprehensive understanding of permanent supportive housing. They will be actively involved in and committed to the development and implementation of a PSH project. Students will also gain a clear understanding of the funding sources that are available for PSH, along with a timeline and a funding plan.

HHS OASH Tribal Consultation on Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis Outbreak
2024-08-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
August 5 at 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Eastern
Prior registration required
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) will hold a Tribal consultation on August 5 to discuss the syphilis and congenital syphilis outbreak impacting Indian country. OASH is soliciting feedback and recommendations from Tribal leaders and Tribal health professionals about actions HHS can take to support Tribal efforts to reduce the number of syphilis and congenital syphilis cases among American Indian and Alaska Native populations. The consultation will also discuss the work of the National Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis Syndemic Federal Task Force, a cross-agency collaborative effort that includes the participation of HHS, the Indian Health Service, and other Departments and offices.
Written comments will be accepted through September 5 to STI@hhs.gov using the subject line, “Tribal Consultation.” Please contact the OASH Sexually Transmitted Infections team at STI@hhs.gov with any questions related to the consultation.

Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting
2024-08-06 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
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 goal of this Task Force is to build relationships between Tribal Nations in the USET region and the USET Epidemiology team! Join the contact list today to start receiving updates.
Date: The first Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Central / 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern

Who Should Attend?

Tribal Leaders and Tribal Council Members
Health Directors, Physicians, Medical Staff, Behavioral Health Professionals, Public Health Nurses
Emergency Response/ Coordination Personnel, Homeland Security Personnel
Emergency Services Personnel, First Responders, Public Safety Personnel
Epidemiologists, Data Specialists
Risk Management Personnel, Community Planners
Environmental Health Staff, Public Works Personnel
Anyone interested in Public Health Preparedness and Resilience

Registration: Register today for the zoom meeting.
Questions: For questions, please contact Anna Garrett, USET Senior Epidemiologist at agarrett@usetinc.org or Samantha Rieche, USET Program Coordinator at srieche@usetinc.org.

NAFOA Webinar Series | Tribal Tax Parity Legislation H.R. 8318
2024-08-06 13:00 - 14:30 | 123 Easy Street, Nashville, TN, 37211, United States
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:

Tuesday, July 23rd from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time
Tuesday, August 6th from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time
Tuesday, August 20th from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time

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DOI Webinar | Accessing and Navigating Federal Environmental Justice Resources
2024-08-06 13:30 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
August 6 at 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Central
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The Department of Interior is hosting a webinar to share tips, tricks, and resources that will help you navigate available funding and access federal grants to benefit Tribal Nations and local communities. This will be the first webinar in a series from the DoI Environmental Justice Steering Committee.

28th Biannual CDC/ATSDR TAC Meeting
2024-08-07 - 2024-08-08 | Hybrid Event, TN
Dear Colleague:
On behalf of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (CDC/ATSDR), I invite you to the 28th Biannual CDC/ATSDR Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting, which will be held on August 7-8, 2024 (7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. AKT • 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PT • 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET).
The meeting is being hosted by the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians at the Seven Feathers Hotel in Canyonville, OR. You may attend either in-person or virtually. Please use this registration link to register for either in-person or virtual attendance. Seating at the in-person event is limited, so please register early. If you register as an in-person attendee, you will be prompted to register for virtual access, as well. This allows those who want to attend in-person an opportunity to participate virtually should their schedule not allow them to attend in-person for the entire day.
This meeting will provide opportunities for TAC members to engage with CDC leadership. CDC relies on the TAC to identify immediate and emerging public health issues in Indian Country. The topics will include but are not limited to, tribal priorities for CDC/ATSDR and CDC programmatic highlights. The meeting agenda will be available on
Letters, Reports, and Other Documents | Tribal Public Health | CDC in the Summer of 2024. For more information about the meeting, please contact the Office of Tribal Affairs and Strategic Alliances at Tribalsupport@cdc.gov or 404-498-0300.
Sincerely,
Leslie Ann Dauphin, PhD
Designated Federal Official, CDC/ATSDR Tribal Advisory Committee
Director, National Center for State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

IHS Health IT Modernization Tribal Consultation/Urban Conference
2024-08-07 10:50 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
Event Webpage
August 7 at 10:50 am – 12:00 pm Eastern
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BIA/OJS Tribal Consultation on Public Law 83-280
2024-08-07 12:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
August 7 at 1:00 pm Eastern
Zoom link
You may provide written comments to consultation@bia.gov by 11:59 Eastern on August 14, 2024. If you have any questions regarding this consultation, please contact Kevin Martin, Office of Justice Services, at kevin.martin@bia.gov of (202) 657-3620.

Treasury Department Office Hours | Homeowner Association Fund
2024-08-07 14:00, 2024-08-14 14:00 | Virtual Event
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through program implementation, Treasury hosts weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link

FEMA Tribal Consultation on FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide Update
2024-08-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
August 7 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern
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August 8 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
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Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting Tribal Nations to attend virtual consultations on FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide Update. The agency is soliciting feedback on proposed updates to Version 5 of the Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide (PAPPG). Check out the NATHPO Events page for information on the proposed upgrades, as well as how to register for the consultations on August 7 and August 8. The 60-day comment period ends August 19, 2024. NATHPO will be submitting comment, which we will post HERE when it is finalized.

USET Cyber-Incident Action Plan Development Training
2024-08-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management is partnering with West Yost Associates to provide Cyber-Incident Action Plan Development and a Tabletop Exercise to member USET Tribal Nations. This series will consist of six virtual training workshops informed cyber-incident first responders of the available resources, strategies and best practices in mitigating or minimizing the impact of a cyberattack on Tribal Nation critical water and wastewater infrastructure.
This training will help USET member Tribal Nations prepare for cyber-incident response and recovery operations. Attendees will have the opportunity to build a Cyber-Incident Response Plan (CIRP) over the course of the training to supplement existing emergency preparedness plans and resources. The final training will be a virtual table-top exercise in which the attendees will be able to evaluate their CIRP in response to a simulated incident.
When:

Thursday, August 8, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern
Thursday, August 22, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern
Thursday, August 29, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern
Tuesday, September 10, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern
Thursday, September 19, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern
Thursday, September 26, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern

Who Should Attend: USET member Tribal Nations Utilities-Water and Wastewater professionals and Tribal Nation governmental officials.

Registration:
Registration is open.

Continuing Education Credits: Continuing education units will be issued pending approval from USET’s Certification Board.

Questions: Please contact Veronica Menta, USET Financial Analyst, at vmenta@usetinc.org with any questions or concerns.

Indigenous Tourism Collaborative of the Americas Webinar | Putting Colonization in the Rear-View through Autonomy and Partnership
2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
August 8 at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Eastern
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This 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.

Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer Health IT Modernization Program: Multi-Tenant Domain Considerations
2024-08-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
August 8 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
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Comments due on November 8, 2024

CMS All Tribes Consultation Webinar on a Proposed Tribal Exemption from the Four Walls Requirements
2024-08-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
August 8 at 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern
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2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference
2024-08-13 - 2024-08-15 | Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport Hotel, 777 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN, 37214, United States
2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference
The Braided Path: Weaving together Wisdom, Innovation, and Community
August 13-15, 2024
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 other and all living things. This advances a deep connection with the environment, providing holistic health approaches, and cultivates sustainable economic development.

Conference 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

Goals:

To provide collaborative spaces for USET member Tribal Nation Leaders and staff to share knowledge, skills, resources, and fortify relationships.
To promote USET foundational pillars, which support USET member Tribal Nations in strengthening communities of practice.
To provide innovative support service through cross-sectional tracks.
To ensure the health, well-being, and self-determination of present and future generations.

When: August 13-15, 2024

Where: Nashville, TN
Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport Hotel
777 McGavock Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
Make your hotel reservation before the cut off date to receive the group rate of $149. The discounted rate has been extended to July 25.

Who should attend:
USET member Tribal Nation Leaders, staff, committee members, volunteers, and citizens who can benefit in the exchange of information, such as:

USET Member Tribal Nation Leaders
USET Member Tribal Health Staff: Health directors, clinic staff, diabetes coordinators, behavioral health, social services personnel, emergency services personnel, and public health professionals.
USET Member Tribal Economic Development Staff: Development Directors, Enterprise leaders, Community Development professionals
USET 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.

Tracks:
The 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.
The USET Offices of Environmental Resource Management, the Economic Development, and Tribal Public Health will present across these four domains:

Our 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.
Our Resources: Examining the sustainable management and utilization of resources (natural, human capital, and others) vital to communities.
Our 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.
Our Future: Envisioning a future shaped by indigenous perspectives, this track explores innovative solutions to pressing global challenges.

Agenda:
Access 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.
Agenda (as of August 9)

Registration: Registration is open! We encourage all attendees and presenters to register in advance.

Travel Stipends:
The application for travel stipends is now closed.
USET 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.
Registration is required to attend the conference, so please register for the event.

Special Events:

Tuesday Night Welcome Reception:– appetizers and refreshments provided
Food Truck Festival on Tuesday and Thursday (Meals will be at individuals’ expense)
Barter 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.

Speakers:
For inquiries on speaker opportunities at the USET 2024 Tribal Best Practices Conference, please contact us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org.

Exhibitors:
The 2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference Exhibitor Space is full. Please reach out to BPCsupport@usetinc.org to be add to a waitlist.

Meeting App:

Download 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.
If 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.

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What to Expect:

A 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.)
All meals will not be provided.

Food trucks will be at the hotel on Tuesday and Thursday for participants to order their lunch.
There will be a free reception on Tuesday night at the hotel and light hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
Lunch is provided on Wednesday.

A wellness room will be available for participants to take a moment to unwind and relieve some stress.
A lactation room will be provided for participants needing to pump or breastfeed.
It 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.
There will be fabulous prizes given during general sessions and you must be present to win.
Plan to stay until the very end. An amazing prize will be awarded at the closing on Thursday, and you must be present to win.
There will be amazing vendors!
The 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.
Visit the USET Tribal Best Practices Conference webpage for more information.

What to Do in Nashville:
Creativity 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.

COVID Protocols:
The 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.
Currently (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.

2024 IHS Partnership Conference and Direct Service Tribes National Meeting
2024-08-13 - 2024-08-15 | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
August 13-15
Event Website
The IHS Partnership Conference and Direct Service Tribes National Meeting provides one forum for direct service tribal leaders and IHS, tribal and urban (I/T/U) programs staff to receive updates, training and guidance on important programs within the Indian health system. Topics of relevance for Direct Service Tribal leaders will be highlighted as well as sessions for front line staff on Health Information Management (HIM), Information Technology (IT), Health IT, Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) and the Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund, Revenue Generation, Benefits Coordination, and more.

IRS Office Hours | IRA/CHIPS Pre-filling Registration Tool
2024-08-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
The IRS is offering office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act. Representatives from the IRS will be available to answer your pre-filing registration questions.
Registration for office hours is open. Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the links below.

Date
Time
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July 2, 2024
12:30-2 p.m. EDT
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July 17, 2024
1-2:30 p.m. EDT
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July 31, 2024
1-2:30 p.m. EDT
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August 14, 2024
1-2:30 p.m. EDT
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September 4, 2024
1-2:30 p.m. EDT
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September 18, 2024
1-2:30 p.m. EDT
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October 2, 2024
1-2:30 p.m. EDT
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SBA Webinar | Small Business, Big Impact: What “Made in America” means for your small business
2024-08-14 13:00 | Virtual Event
August 14 at 2:00 pm Eastern
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Small 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.

CANCELED FOR AUGUST: USET Infectious Disease ECHO
2024-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
UPDATE: Due to the USET Tribal Best Practices Conferences occurring this month, the Infectious Disease ECHO is canceled for August. We look forward to speaking with you in September.

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 to gain insight into healthcare recommendations from other medical providers working in the field. Beginning in March 2024, this no-cost telehealth series is held on the second Wednesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern.
Each session is one hour in length and provides an opportunity for participants to:

Learn about emerging infectious diseases
Gain skills on treating different infectious diseases
Continue to stay up to date on COVID-19

Who should attend? Tribal Nation health directors, clinic staff, physicians, nurses, Tribal Epidemiology Center staff, and anyone supporting Tribal Nation citizens through the health sector are welcome to join.
Registration: Register in advance for the session. You ONLY need to register ONCE for the series. Once you register, you can download the reminder to your calendar with the Zoom information.
Continuing Education: This activity will offer CE credits for a variety of professionals. More information will be provided at a later date.

For questions, please contact Gabbie Niski, USET THPS Infectious Disease Program Manager at gniski@usetinc.org or Bryan Hendrix, USET THPS Quality Improvement Data Analyst, at bhendrix@usetinc.org.

Treasury Department Office Hours on the Homeowner Association Fund
2024-08-14 14:00 | Virtual Event
Treasury Department Office Hours on the Homeowner Association Fund
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through the Homeowner Association Fund implementation, Treasury is hosting weekly office hours. The next Offices Hours will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. ET. Click Here to Register.

APHIS Information for Applicants: FY 2025 NADPRP Funding Opportunity
2024-08-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
Thursday, August 15 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
To participate, join the conference from your computer at: Join ZoomGov Meeting
https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1615624267?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 161 562 4267
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Phone number for Audio Only +1 669 254 5252 US (San Jose)or +1 646 828 7666 US (New York)
Those interested in submitting proposals should visit the APHIS Funding Opportunities or APHIS NADPRP websites for resources and guidance, including the funding opportunity announcement, application instructions, frequently asked questions, templates, help session webinar information, and more. Applicants can also find information on the ezFedGrants website or the Grants.gov website by searching CFDA number 10.025 or Funding Opportunity Number USDA-APHIS-10025-VSSP0000-25-0001.
In fall 2024, APHIS will provide an additional $500,000 in the NADPRP Tribal funding opportunity to enhance Tribal animal disease preparedness and response capabilities. We will announce more information about this opportunity in the coming months.

FEMA Office Hours | Updated Guide to Help Communities with Resilience Grants
2024-08-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Session 1: August 15 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
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Session 2: September 12 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
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The update consolidates information and eligibility requirements for Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) projects addressing air quality, drought, extreme temperatures, wildfire and wind. It also reflects recent policy changes to simplify program delivery through streamlined cost effectiveness methods and a lower benefit-cost analysis discount rate.
State, local, Tribal and territorial governments may use the guide to navigate the application process and manage the grant lifecycle to receive critical resilience dollars. Information in the guide includes policies and processes to enable effective and consistent implementation across all HMA programs.
HMA provides funding to reduce the risk and impact of disasters such as wildfires, drought, extreme heat, hurricanes, earthquakes and flooding. Programs in HMA are Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), Flood Mitigation Assistance, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) and HMGP Post Fire.
The update follows the update last year—the first since 2015—that incorporated climate change and future conditions, equity, building codes, capability and capacity building, nature-based solutions and community lifelines as key principles for its grant programs. It was also the first guide to cover BRIC.
This aligns with FEMA’s “people first” approach and helps communities build climate resilience through reducing complexity and barriers to accessing our HMA grant funds. It also aligns with the 2024 FEMA Year of Resilience theme to build capacity to withstand tomorrow’s hazards.
FEMA is offering two Office Hours sessions which provides an overview of the recent updates. Registration is now open.

DOT "Telling Your Story" Webinar Series
2024-08-15 14:00 | Virtual Event
DOT is hosting a two-part webinar series to help communities use data to effectively tell their stories in planning, development, and applying for DOT grants.
Part 1 of the webinar series will be held on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. The webinar will focus on how to identify and describe a project and its goals, identify users of the infrastructure or system, and determine the project’s impact area. Participants will receive step-by-step information and presenters will use examples to illustrate each of the concepts in the planning, project development, and/or grant application process. The webinar will conclude with a brief Q&A session. The webinar will be recorded and posted on the DOT Navigator.
Part 2 of the webinar series will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. The webinar will introduce participants to DOT’s Equitable Transportation Community (ETC) Explorer tool and provide detailed information on how to use the tool to map a project area, identify how a community is experiencing disadvantage, and evaluate project benefits to a community. This information will build on the content presented during Part 1 of the webinar series. Participants are encouraged to register for both or review the Part 1 materials before attending Part 2. Part 2 of the webinar series will also be recorded and posted to the DOT Navigator.
Register for the webinar series here.

Monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls
2024-08-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
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.
Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 and dial in the numeric Participant Passcode [REDACTED]. 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).
CDFI Certification Conference Call Schedule

Thursday, February 15, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, March 21, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, April 18, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, May 16, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, June 20, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, July 18, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, August 15, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, September 19, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, October 17, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET
Thursday, November 21, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET
Thursday, December 19, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET

CDFI CONTACT INFORMATION

Have questions/concerns about CDFI Certification?
OCPE Helpdesk
Email: OCPECert@cdfi.treas.gov
Phone: (202) 653-0423
IT Helpdesk
Email: ithelpdesk@cdfi.treas.gov
Phone: (202) 653-0300

Health IT Modernization Tribal Summit
2024-08-16 | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
August 16
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This year’s Summit is a half-day, in-person event for Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to participate in face-to-face discussions with IHS leadership regarding the Health IT Modernization Program. The IHS will provide attendees with updates on the implementation planning process and the enterprise build process. We anticipate robust and meaningful dialogue with Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders on important Health IT Modernization issues impacting American Indian and Alaska Native communities as a result of this initiative. Space will be made available at the Summit for Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to caucus, allowing for the exchange of viewpoints and information sharing.

HUD Executive Director Training
2024-08-19 - 2024-08-20 | Virtual Event
August 19-20 at 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Eastern
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This training covers Executive Directors’ essential roles and responsibilities for Tribally Designated Housing Entities and other Tribal housing departments. The training will focus on the day-to-day management of these entities and inform participants about overseeing the Native American Housing and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) funded programs and critical elements of compliance. The session will also describe the expected reporting and relationships with tribal leadership. This training is highly recommended for Tribal council members, Board Members, Board of Commissioners, Procurement/Accounting/Property managers, Deputy Directors, and other individuals and teams in leadership roles.

Green Transportation Summit and Expo
2024-08-20 - 2024-08-22 | Greater Tacoma Convention Center, Tacoma, WA, United States
August 20-22, Tacoma, WA.
Tribal Nation leaders are invited to attend the 2024 Green Transportation Summit and Expo at no cost – Tribal leaders may use the code GTSE-TA24 to waive registration fees, and travel stipends may also be available. The 13th Annual Green Transportation Summit & Expo is the leading event for sustainable transportation, featuring networking opportunities, informative sessions, workshops, vehicle demonstrations, and more. Attend GTSE 2024 for keynotes, workshops, and networking events focused on transportation decarbonization and collaboration in the clean transportation industry.

USDA Forest Service - Tribal Forum - Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Policy
2024-08-20 12:00 | Virtual Event
Please join the USDA Forest Service for an August 20, 2024, Tribal Forum on Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Policies. The USDA Forest Service is pursuing a range of climate change adaptation and mitigation policies to protect, conserve, and manage national forests and grasslands for climate resilience. This Tribal Forum will focus on the first series of policy revisions to address water quality best management practices, water data, recreation fee waivers, and fire management in wilderness, wild and scenic rivers.

Tribal Forum Details
Date: August 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. Eastern
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The Forest Service recently completed a climate-oriented review of national policies and procedures in response to Secretary Vilsack’s Memorandum on Climate Resilience and Carbon Stewardship and the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) on Climate Resilient Forests and Grasslands. This review and input received during National Tribal engagement and public comment informed options for climate-adaptive changes to agency policy, guidance, and program implementation involving carbon stewardship, water and watersheds, wildlife, planning, wood product innovation, and outdoor recreation. Please note that opportunities to consult on the ANPR will remain available until its conclusion. More information on the ongoing opportunity to consult is available at https://www.fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/tribal-relations/national-consultation#CurrentConsultation. The Forest Service will extend separate invitations to consult on specific climate adaptation and mitigation policy revisions.
The agency is beginning to develop the first in this series of options to modernize and adapt current Forest Service internal guidance and procedures to better anticipate, identify, and respond to rapidly changing conditions associated with climate amplified impacts. The upcoming Tribal forum will focus on an initial set of four potential changes to the Forest Service Manual and Handbook. Over the next several years, we anticipate future opportunities for Tribes and Alaska Native Corporations to engage on additional climate adaptation and mitigation policy reforms.
For more information, or to request consultation on the proposed policies, please contact your regional Tribal relations program manager or Reed Robinson, Director of the Office of Tribal Relations in Washington, DC, at SM.FS.otrtribalcon@usda.gov. Thank you.
