BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//United South & Eastern Tribes - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.usetinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for United South & Eastern Tribes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T130000 DTSTAMP:20250512T114017Z CREATED:20250512T114014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T114017Z UID:10002003-1746691200-1746709200@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training DESCRIPTION: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 Wellbeing\, is a course that teaches you how to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Learn more about the training.\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\nYouth Mental Health First Aid\nMay 8 at 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Central/9:00 am – 2:00 pm Eastern\n\nAdult Mental Health First Aid\nMay 15 at 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Central/9:00 am – 2:00 pm Eastern\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nAny community member and staff of a USET member Tribal Nation who would like to learn new skills and/or expand on current skills related to mental health and ultimately help those in their communities.\n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn:\n\n How to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders\n How to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis\n\n\n\n\nRegister:\n\nYouth registration link\n\nAdult registration link\n\n\n\nQuestions:\n\nPlease contact Amanda Watts\, Evaluation Specialist\, at awatts@usetinc.org with any questions. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-2-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T140000 DTSTAMP:20250714T155935Z CREATED:20250714T155924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T155935Z UID:10001934-1747825200-1747836000@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Clinical Operations Technical Assistance Office Hours with James Spillane DESCRIPTION: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 panels\, workflow management\, and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model and accreditation. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. \nWhen: The third Wednesday of the month at 11:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: USET member Tribal Nations Health Directors and Clinical Staff \nLearning Objectives: These office hours are a great opportunity to discuss any questions\, requests\, or concerns you or your clinical staff may have regarding: \n\nSocial Determinants of Health\nGPRA measures\nEHR templates and reminders\nRPMS\niCARE panels\nworkflow management\nPatient-Centered Medical Home model and accreditation\n\nRegistration: Registration is not required. \nJoin via Zoom: Zoom link \nQuestions: Please contact Hailey Wade\, USET Public Health Planning & Infrastructure Program Manager\, at hwade@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/clinical-operations-technical-assistance-office-hours-with-james-spillane/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T150000 DTSTAMP:20250821T173111Z CREATED:20250821T173051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T173111Z UID:10002062-1747836000-1747839600@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET Community Resilience Virtual Roundtables DESCRIPTION:Join the USET Community Resilience Program for a series of virtual roundtable discussions on strategies that Tribal Nations are using to protect their citizens and lands from environmental challenges. Each roundtable will begin with a short presentation on a resilience project or initiative taking place in the USET region followed by questions and open discussion for attendees to learn from one another and build community across the region. The roundtable topic will be announced one to two weeks before each session through an update to the outlook event. We encourage attendees to join all discussions as they’re able\, since all facets of environmental care and resilience interact and discussions are enriched by diverse groups of participants. \nWhen: on the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central/3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern (ending on November 19\, 2025) \nWho Should Attend: USET member Tribal Nation staff\, leaders\, and citizens interested in community resilience\, regardless of department or typical work duties. \nWhat You will Learn: Participants will share and receive ideas for creative solutions for environmental adaptation and resilience across sectors while building relationships and potential partnerships across Nations. \nRegister: Registration is open. \nQuestions: Please contact Steph Courtney\, USET Community Resilience Liaison\, at scourtney@usetinc.org with any questions or concerns. \n \n  URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-community-resilience-virtual-roundtables-6/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T140000 DTSTAMP:20250609T142806Z CREATED:20250522T192920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T142806Z UID:10003323-1747918800-1747922400@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET OERM Virtual Trainings: Learning About Lead In Drinking Water - Elevated Lead Levels DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents\nthe Learning About Lead In Drinking Water –\nElevated Lead Levels Virtual Trainings \nUSET’s Office of Environmental Resource Management’s (OERM) Lead Reduction Team is partnering with subject matter experts to share remediation activities that address elevated lead levels in drinking water. We are aware that some Tribal Nations are unclear about elevated lead level response planning. The EPA 3Ts modules (training\, testing\, and taking action) provides guidance to remove lead from drinking water and encourages short-term and long-term remediation ensuring safe drinking water at Tribal schools\, daycares\, and other common children’s gathering places. This training will cover remediation activities from flushing to service line replacement. We encourage Tribal leaders\, health and environmental officials\, and educators to attend this training.\n\nLead is a naturally occurring heavy metal that is globally recognized as a substance that has serious health consequences if consumed\, especially for children. The adverse health effects range from lowered birth weight and slowed physical and mental development in infants\, to lowered IQ levels\, impaired hearing\, reduced attention span\, and poor classroom performance in young children. Clean and safe water is essential and paramount to building a sustainable economy\, successful educational and public health systems\, and most importantly\, a healthy and productive environment for children. Please join us for these informative conversations.\n\n\n\nWhen:\n\n April 10 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm– 3:00 pm Eastern\nSME: Michael Celona and Alex Smith-Lin\, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection: Bubbler Replacement\nTopic: Training – “Massachusetts’ Efforts to Address Lead in Drinking Water at Schools and Childcare Facilities”\n May 22 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nSME: Dr. Jason Barrett\, Associate Extension Professor\, Associate Director\, Mississippi State University: Filters and fixture replacement\n June 12 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm /2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nSME: Kathy Rodgers\, General Manager\, The Water Office: Lead line replacement\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders\, Health Directors\, clinic staff\, educators\, environmental officials\, and Tribal utility staff\n\n\n\nWhat: Participants will learn about:\n\n Strategic guidance for sustainable remediation planning and implementation  \n Strategic community engagement and outreach planning \n Federal funding opportunities that support corrective action activities\n U.S. EPA 3Ts “Taking Action” module training\n How service line inventories can expedite the replacement of hazardous service lines composed of lead\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\n\nRegistration is open.\n\n\n\nKey Speakers Information:\n\nMichael Celona is the Capacity Coordinator in the MassDEP Drinking Water Program\, where he oversees the implementation of the Water-Smart Program for Lead in Drinking Water at Schools and Childcare Facilities. He has been with MassDEP since 2019 after spending 20 years at the MA Department of Public Health. He has degrees in Environmental Science and Environmental Policy\n\nAlexander Smith-Lin is the Program Coordinator for the Mass DEP Water-Smart Program. In coordination with the University of Massachusetts Amherst\, this program offers free lead testing for schools and childcare facilities throughout the state. His duties include reviewing applications for sampling\, communicating with Public Water Systems and School Officials about results and follow-up\, and developing and implementing outreach strategies. He has been with the Program for 5 years since graduating from UMass Amherst with degrees in Marketing and Sport Management.\n\nDr. Jason R. Barrett is originally from Bobo\, MS\, a small farming community south of Clarksdale\, MS. He now resides in Starkville\, MS with his wife and four kids. Jason began his Mississippi State University Extension career as a graduate assistant in the Food and Fiber Center. Dr. Barrett went on to work for the Agricultural Economics Department as an Extension Associate and furthered his career as an Extension Instructor and then an Assistant Extension Professor with the Center for Government and Community Development (GCD). Now\, he is an Associate Extension Professor and Interim Director with the Mississippi Water Resources Research Institute where he specializes in public utilities (water and wastewater)\, private well education and screening\, and leading the Mississippi Well Owner Network. He also leads the Lead Testing in Schools and Childcare Centers Program for Mississippi. Other research interests include the finance and economic development factors associated with water and wastewater utilities.\n\nKathy Rodgers is the owner of The Water Office\, LLC\, which provides water operations\, consulting and project management services in New England. In 2024 Kathy Rodgers and her team at The Water Office\, LLC completed over 100 service line inventories for public water systems in Maine\, including 4 Tribal systems. To ensure compliance was achieved with the Lead and Copper Rule Revision for Lead Service Line Inventory (LCRR LSLI)\, Kathy and her team developed outreach materials and utilized many tools to complete the inventories including: GIS mapping of service connections\, onsite digitization and review of historical records\, website publication of the LCRR LSLI results and data capture method for ongoing updates to ensure the accuracy of data. From operating to advocating\, Kathy has held a wide range of roles in the water industry since 2005. Kathy earned a B.S. in Chemistry and a Master’s in Business Administration from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale and holds Class I water treatment and distribution licenses in Maine\, New Hampshire\, and Rhode Island.\n\n\n\nQuestions: \n\nFor more information\, please contact USET’s Lead Program team:\n\nJakira Saunders\, Program Manager\nBen Peyton\, Senior Technical Assistant Specialist URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-oerm-webinar-virtual-trainings-2025-05-22-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T113000 DTSTAMP:20250610T135250Z CREATED:20250602T133240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T135250Z UID:10003459-1748599200-1748604600@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET OERM Food Sovereignty Fridays DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents\nFood Sovereignty Fridays \nOn the last Friday of every month\, the Food Sovereignty Program within the Office of Environmental Resources Management (OERM) will host a 1.5 hour webinar highlighting Tribal agriculture and aquaculture infrastructure best management practices that are successfully revitalizing Tribal food systems. Each Session will highlight Tribal Food Sovereignty Projects\, and/or Culinary Traditions! All webinars will be open to the public and recorded. \n\nWhen: \n\nThe last Friday of the month at 10:00 am – 11:30 am Central/11:00 am – 12:30 pm Eastern\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders and Tribal Agriculture/Natural Resources/Environmental Directors. This is open to all of Indian country. \n\n  \nRegistration: \nRegister today. \n\nQuestions:  \nFor more information\, please contact Danielle Greendeer\, USET Food Sovereignty Program Manager\, at dgreendeer@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-oerm-food-sovereignty-fridays-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Topics,Tribal Organization Events,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T123000 DTSTAMP:20250604T143816Z CREATED:20250604T143816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T143816Z UID:10003153-1748952000-1748953800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting DESCRIPTION: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. \nDate:  The first Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm  – 12:30 pm Central / 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern\n \nWho Should Attend?   \n\n Tribal Leaders and Tribal Council Members\n Health Directors\, Physicians\, Medical Staff\, Behavioral Health Professionals\, Public Health Nurses\n Emergency Response/ Coordination Personnel\, Homeland Security Personnel\n Emergency Services Personnel\, First Responders\, Public Safety Personnel\n Epidemiologists\, Data Specialists\n Risk Management Personnel\, Community Planners\n Environmental Health Staff\, Public Works Personnel\n Anyone interested in Public Health Preparedness and Resilience\n\nRegistration: Once we receive your contact information on the form here\, you will be sent the link for the calendar invite. We do this to preserve the integrity of the PHPR Task Force and ensure only USET member Tribal Nation staff and organizations are able to join. \nQuestions: For questions\, please contact Anna Garrett\, USET Senior Epidemiologist at agarrett@usetinc.org\, Samantha Rieche\, USET Staff Epidemiologist at srieche@usetinc.org\, or Haley Tulis\, Epidemiology Administrative Assistant at htulis@usetinc.org. \n  \n  URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-public-health-preparedness-and-resilience-task-force-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Topics,USET Programmatic Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.usetinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/public-health-prep-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T140000 DTSTAMP:20250703T132742Z CREATED:20250606T142140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T132742Z UID:10002011-1749034800-1749045600@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Tribal Health Services Self-Determination and Self-Governance Technical Assistance Monthly Office Hours DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo solicit feedback on topics\, please email Onawa Miller\, USET OTPH Director\, at omiller@usetinc.org \nWhen: First Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Central/12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: Health Directors\, Tribal Leaders\, and Tribal Nation Designated Staff \nParticipants will learn about: \n\nThe Basic ISDEAA Contracting Title I vs Title V\nHow to write Letters of Intent (LOI); Estimating Pre Award and Startup Cost\nThe Preparation of Budget Negotiation\, Aligning Salaries\, Structuring Budgets\, Contract Support Cost (CSC)\nHow to Interpret Tribal Shares Tables\nHow to Add new Programs\, Functions\, Services and Activities (PFSAs)\, Clinics\, Pharmacy\nThe 340B Pharmacy\nCSC on RCM\nMaximizing Space for a 105(l)\nTMG\, TSG\nHSP Tools\, SAP\n\nRegistration: Register today \nQuestions and Feedback: Please contact Onawa Miller\, USET OTPH Director\, at omiller@usetinc.org with any questions or feedback on topics. \n  \n \n  URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-health-services-self-determination-and-self-governance-technical-assistance-monthly-office-hours-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T235959 DTSTAMP:20250710T135940Z CREATED:20241220T175514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T135940Z UID:10003373-1751846400-1752105599@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:2025 USET Best Practices Conference DESCRIPTION:2025 USET Best Practices Conference\nThe Braided Path: Weaving together Wisdom\, Innovation\, and Community\nJuly 7-9\, 2025\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: July 7-9\, 2025 \nThe conference begins on July 7 at 1:30 pm and ends on July 9 at 4:30 pm. \n\nWhere: Nashville\, TN \nRenaissance Hotel in downtown Nashville\n611 Commerce Street\nNashville\, TN 37203 \nThe Hotel Room Block has been extended to Monday\, June 16. To make your reservation\, use the booking link or call 615-255-8400. The discounted room rate is $249.00 + taxes per night. If you have any issues making your reservation\, please contact Jane Wilson at jwilson@usetinc.org. \nTransportation to/from the Hotel: The hotel does not provide a shuttle service. The Nashville BNA Airport does have taxis and ride shares that will easily transport you to/from the hotel. \nParking: The hotel has valet parking for $65.00 a day. Valet parking does have in/out privileges. Self-parking options are available nearby but are not associated with the hotel. \n*Letter from Hotel regarding parking and the temporary closing of the garage at 151 6th Ave North. \nPlaces to Eat and Things to Do Near the Renaissance Nashville Hotel:\nFifth + Broad – Connected to the hotel\, explore Fifth + Broadway\, where the city comes to life. With eats and entertainment for all ages\, Fifth + Broadway is changing the way Nashville lives\, works and plays. Enjoy premier shopping\, ridiculously good food and more all while taking in the downtown views. \nThings 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. \nRenaissance Hotel Interactive Local Attractions Map – At Renaissance Nashville Hotel\, you’re in the heart of all the city center action\, from the Tennessee State Capitol to Bridgestone Arena to the one and only Music Row. \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 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 three 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 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 Voice: Envisioning a future shaped by indigenous perspectives\, this track explores innovative solutions to pressing global challenges and inclusion of indigenous narratives.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda: \nAgenda (last updated July 1\, 2025) \n\nRegistration: Registration is now open. \n\nTravel Stipends: \nThe 2025 Travel Stipend Request is now closed.  Thank you to everyone who applied and if you have any questions or concerns\, please reach out to BPCsupport@usetinc.org. \n\nSpecial Events: \n\nBarter Market:  Back for the second year\, the Barter Market is an activity to discuss trade and remember the value of our time\, expertise\, and craft beyond the cash economy. To participate\, please bring a good or service\, large or small\, that can make for a good trade. Some examples include: Maple syrup\, seeds\, beadwork\, baskets\, jam\, teas\, traditional tools\, books\, a hug\, resume review\, seed sorting\, etc.\n\n\nSpeakers: \nFor inquiries on speaker opportunities at the USET 2025 Tribal Best Practices Conference\, please contact us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org. \n\nExhibitors: \nFor inquiries on exhibitor opportunities at the USET 2025 Tribal Best Practices Conference\, please contact us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org. \nFedEx Shipping Instructions \nRenaissance Hotel Vendor Shipping Instructions \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 2025 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 2025 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\nThe hotel does not provide airport shuttle service.\nAll meals will not be provided.\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.\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.\n\n\n  \nUSET/USET SPF Safe Public Health Practices Policy for All USET/USET SPF Meetings \nWhile the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us\, the lessons learned during this time remind us of the importance of maintaining proactive and precautionary health measures. Moving forward\, USET/USET SPF remains committed to fostering safe and healthy environments for all members\, staff\, and event attendees by applying general public health best practices. The USET Tribal Epidemiology Center (USET TEC) is a designated public health authority and encourages all attendees to adopt general health measures to protect themselves and others\, such as: \n\nStaying home when feeling unwell.\nWashing hands frequently and thoroughly.\nPracticing respiratory etiquette (e.g.\, covering coughs and sneezes).\nRemaining aware of potential health risks and staying informed about public health updates.\n\n  URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2025-uset-bpc/ LOCATION:Renaissance Nashville Hotel\, 611 Commerce Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Economic Development,Health,Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.usetinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BPC-graphic-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T235959 DTSTAMP:20250708T212601Z CREATED:20250504T153658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T212601Z UID:10003498-1751932800-1752105599@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Rescheduled: Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) Training for Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) Recipients DESCRIPTION:Update: This training has been rescheduled from July 10-11\, 2025\, to July 8-9\, 2025 \n\nParticipants 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 patient information\, and running register and quality assurance reports. Additional topics include using QMAN for custom searches to meet needs that commonly arise for diabetes programs\, creating panels of patients in iCare\, and performing the annual IHS Diabetes Audit with WebAudit. \nWhen: July 8-9 at 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Central each day \nWhere: In-person only at the USET and Indian Health Service Nashville Area Office\, 711 Stewarts Ferry Pike\, Nashville\, TN 37214\, on the third floor in the computer training room \nHotel Accommodations:\nRenaissance Hotel in downtown Nashville\n611 Commerce Street\nNashville\, TN 37203 \nTo make your reservation\, use the booking link here or call (877) 901-6632. The discounted room rate is $249.00 + taxes per night. The discounted room rates expire on June 9\, 2025. \n*A shuttle will be provided from the Tribal Best Practice Conference Hotel to the Nashville office where the training is being conducted. \nWho Should Attend: USET member Tribal Nations that are Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) grant participants who submit the annual web\naudit in SOS. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRecognize the importance of building and maintaining a diabetes and pre-diabetes register.\nLearn about best practices within the Diabetes Management System Package for RPMS.\nUnderstand how to run quality assurance reports.\nLearn the steps necessary to perform the annual IHS Diabetes Audit with WebAudit.\n\nRegistration: Register today. \nQuestions: For questions\, please contact Michele Scarlata\, USET Project Administrator\, at mscarlata@usetinc.org. \n  URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/resource-and-patient-management-system-rpms-training-for-special-diabetes-program-for-indians-sdpi-recipients/ LOCATION:United South and Eastern Tribes Nashville Office\, 711 Stewarts Ferry Pike\, Nashville\, TN\, 37214\, United States CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T143000 DTSTAMP:20250730T195543Z CREATED:20250602T200637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T195543Z UID:10003534-1753882200-1753885800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET Economic Cluster Working Group – Tourism Sector Kickoff Virtual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of the USET Tourism Sector Working Group\, part of USET’s updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy\, aimed at strengthening Tribal economies through collaboration\, investment\, and sustainable tourism growth. Your participation will help shape practical strategies centered on the unique strengths and needs of Tribal Nations. \nWhen: July 30 at 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Central/2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders\, Tribal tourism staff \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the goals and structure of the updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and how the Tourism Sector Working Group fits into broader Tribal economic development plans.\nIdentify key opportunities and challenges within Tribal tourism.\nEngage with stakeholders to begin shaping practical\, community-driven strategies for tourism.\n\nRegistration: Register today. \nQuestions: Contact Rebecca Naragon\, USET Office of Economic Development Director\, at rnaragon@usetinc.org with any questions. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-economic-cluster-working-group-tourism-sector-kickoff-virtual-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T110000 DTSTAMP:20250828T200248Z CREATED:20250725T202340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T200248Z UID:10003629-1756371600-1756378800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Public Health Infrastructure Defined and Reimagined DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe training includes: \n\nFoundations of Public Health\nTribal Data Sovereignty\nBuilding Public Health Infrastructure\nCulturally Responsive and Community-Driven Public Health\nPublic Health Programs and Services and Their Interconnectedness\nSystems Check\n\nWhen: August 28 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: All USET member Tribal Nation staff who interface with public health efforts\, including but not limited to chronic disease prevention\, maternal and child health\, environmental health and clean water\, emergency preparedness and response\, behavioral and mental health\, and infectious disease surveillance and response. \nLearning objectives \n\nEquip Tribal Nation staff with foundational and advanced knowledge of PHI concepts.\nProvide practical tools and strategies to strengthen Tribal public health systems.\nFoster peer-to-peer collaboration and knowledge-sharing among USET member Tribal Nations.\nSupport alignment with USET’s vision of healthy\, vibrant Tribal communities through sustainable public health infrastructure.\n\nRegistration is open! \nQuestions? Please contact Hailey Wade\, Public Health Planning & Infrastructure Manager\, at hwade@usetinc.org or (803) 417-7009. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/public-health-infrastructure-defined-and-reimagined/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T130000 DTSTAMP:20250908T125642Z CREATED:20250729T142442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T125642Z UID:10003636-1756899000-1756904400@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Bridging the Education Gap: A Behavioral Health Approach to Learning in Schools DESCRIPTION: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 bridge educational gaps and foster long-term student success. \nWhen: September 3 at 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Central/12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: All Tribal Nation staff who work with children\, including teachers\, school administrators\, youth counselors\, club leaders\, and caregivers. \nLearning objectives \n\nUnderstand the impact of behavioral health and trauma on student learning and academic performance.\nIdentify key behavioral health strategies that can be implemented in school settings to support student success.\nExplore ways to collaborate across education and mental health systems to address barriers to learning.\nLearn how behavioral health interventions can reduce disparities and close achievement gaps.\nGain insight into evidence-based practices that promote emotional regulation\, resilience\, and classroom engagement.\nDiscuss real-world examples and case studies of schools successfully integrating behavioral health supports.\n\nRegistration is open! \nQuestions? Please contact Caro Caballero at ccabalero@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bridging-the-education-gap-a-behavioral-health-approach-to-learning-in-schools-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Education,Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T143000 DTSTAMP:20250918T131839Z CREATED:20250813T161141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T131839Z UID:10003655-1758115800-1758119400@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Economic Cluster Working Group – Creative Economies Kickoff Meeting DESCRIPTION:USET’s Office of Economic Development welcomes you to join us in starting an important new project aimed at promoting a strong and healthy economy for USET Tribal Nations. As part of our updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan to help rebuild and grow different areas of Tribal economies\, we are creating working groups that will work on key economic areas. This meeting will be focused on creative industries and entrepreneurship. \nThis effort will provide an important opportunity for Tribal leaders\, Tribal economic developers and staff\, and community stakeholders to discuss engaging with creative innovators\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals who are actively shaping vibrant creative economies in Native communities. “Creatives” in this context includes artists\, crafters\, designers\, inventors\, innovators\, storytellers\, performers\, and other culture bearers whose work reflects and sustains cultural identity and economic resilience. By participating in this working group session\, you will gain insights into the emerging ideas and practical strategies that support economic development through creative industries rooted in tradition\, innovation\, and community values. \nWe are excited to invite you to the kickoff meeting for the Creative Economies Working Group. This project aims to discuss innovative opportunities\, support up and coming creative industries\, and provide helpful resources to build creative economies. We look forward to your participation in this first step toward creating solutions that will make a real difference. \nWhen: September 17 at 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Central/2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: Tribal leaders\, Tribal economic developers and staff\, and community stakeholders\, creative entrepreneurs\, artists\, crafters\, designers\, inventors\, innovators\, storytellers\, performers\, and other culture bearers \nKickoff Meeting Agenda \n\nWelcome and Introductions – Meet fellow participants and key stakeholders.\nProject Overview – Understanding the initiative’s objectives and expected outcomes.\nResource Overview – Presentation of available tools and support structures.\nIdentifying Needs – Open floor for participants to share insights and requirements.\nNext Steps and Timeline – Set milestones and action items for the coming months\, and discuss roles and responsibilities.\n\nRegistration is open! \nQuestions? Please contact Brenna Ortiz\, Project Admininstrator\, at bortiz@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/economic-cluster-working-group-creative-economies-kickoff-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Art,Culture and Heritage,Economic Development,USET Programmatic Events,USET/USET SPF Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T235959 DTSTAMP:20250930T192330Z CREATED:20250807T132645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T192330Z UID:10003646-1758585600-1758758399@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET Diabetes Support Program Regional Training DESCRIPTION: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 to support their program productivity and impact. \nWhen: September 23-24\, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Eastern each day \nWhere: Foxwoods Casino Resort\, 350 Trolley Line Blvd\, Mashantucket\, CT 06338\nBook your hotel room online! \nWho should attend: IHS Nashville Area SDPI program coordinators\, Health Directors\, and healthcare professionals \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand resources available to the IHS SDPI Nashville-area recipients.\nLearn diabetes care best practices from subject matter experts working within the USET region.\nUnderstand how to effectively collect and analyze data within RPMS Diabetes Management System (DMS).\nLearn how to implement program activities and initiatives.\nUnderstand the grant requirements in order to effectively manage program.\n\nRegistration for this training is now closed as all available seats have been filled. If you would like to be added to the waitlist\, please email Michele Scarlata\, Project Administrator\, at mscarlata@usetinc.org. \nQuestions? Please contact Michele Scarlata\, Project Administrator\, at mscarlata@usetinc.org or 407-575-2667. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-diabetes-support-program-regional-training-2/ CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events,USET/USET SPF Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T130000 DTSTAMP:20260127T205643Z CREATED:20251007T155613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T205643Z UID:10003702-1759838400-1759842000@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThe Task Force also builds relationships between Tribal Nations and the USET Epidemiology Team\, creating a space to share best practices\, discuss public health strategies\, and collaborate on preparedness efforts. \n\n\n\nWhen: The first Tuesday of each month at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Central/1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EasternMeetings will last 30-60 minutes\, depending on the topic. Attend any meetings you are able — no ongoing commitment required. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: You must be an employee\, citizen\, or otherwise designated with a USET member Tribal Nation to join. \n\n\n\n\nTribal Leaders & Tribal Council Members\n\n\n\nHealth Directors\, Physicians\, Medical Staff\, Behavioral Health Professionals\, Public Health Nurses\n\n\n\nEmergency Response / Coordination Personnel\, Homeland Security Personnel\n\n\n\nEmergency Services Personnel\, First Responders\, Public Safety Personnel\n\n\n\nEpidemiologists\, Data Specialists\n\n\n\nRisk Management Personnel\, Community Planners\n\n\n\nEnvironmental Health Staff\, Public Works Personnel\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Anna Garrett\, USET Senior Epidemiologist\, at agarrett@usetinc.org\, or Haley Tulis\, Epidemiology Administrative Assistant\, at htulis@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-public-health-preparedness-and-resilience-task-force-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T120000 DTSTAMP:20260127T205720Z CREATED:20251016T150412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T205720Z UID:10003700-1760518800-1760529600@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Tribal Health Services Self-Determination and Self-Governance Technical Assistance Monthly Office Hours FY26 DESCRIPTION: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 Hailey Wade\, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager\, at hwade@usetinc.org. \n\n\n\nWhen: The third Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Central/10:00 am – 1:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders\, Health Directors\, Tribal Nation designated staff \n\n\n\nLearning objectives \n\n\n\n\nOctober 15: The Basic ISDEAA Contracting Title I vs Title V\n\n\n\nNovember 19: The 340B Pharmacy\n\n\n\nDecember 17: How to Add new Programs\, Functions\, Services and Activities (PFSAs)\, Clinics\, Pharmacy\n\n\n\nJanuary 21: How to Interpret Tribal Shares Tables\n\n\n\nFebruary 18: How to write Letters of Intent (LOI); Estimating Pre-Award and Startup Costs\n\n\n\nMarch 18: The Preparation of Budget Negotiation\, Aligning Salaries\, Structuring Budgets\, Contract Support Cost (CSC)\n\n\n\nApril 15: Contract Support Costs (CSC) on Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)\, Direct Contract Support Costs\n\n\n\nMay 20: Maximizing Space for a 105(l)\n\n\n\nJune 17: Tribal Management Grant (TMG)\, Tribal Self-Governance Program (TSGP)\n\n\n\nJuly 15: Annual Funding Agreement Negotiations & Defining Scope of Work\n\n\n\nAugust 19: Health System Planning (HSP) Tools\, Strategic Action Plan (SAP)\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Hailey Wade\, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager\, at hwade@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-health-services-self-determination-and-self-governance-technical-assistance-monthly-office-hours-fy26-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T235959 DTSTAMP:20251015T154502Z CREATED:20250701T003133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T154502Z UID:10003584-1761523200-1761868799@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:CANCELED: 2025 USET Annual Board of Directors Meeting and USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:2025 USET Annual Board of Directors Meeting and\nUSET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting\nOctober 27-30\, 2025\nHosted by the USET member Mid-Atlantic Tribal Nations  \nREMINDER: 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 and are not open for general\, public registration. Anyone who is not representing a member Tribal Nation would need an invitation from the organization and/or a member Tribal Nation in order to attend and participate. \n  \nUpdate 10/9/25\, 4:50 PM Central\nAfter many conversations and in coordination with our Executive Officers Committee (EOC) and our hosts\, the Mid-Atlantic Tribal Nations\, we regret to inform you that the USET and USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meetings\, originally scheduled for October 27-30\, 2025\, have been canceled. \nThis decision was made after careful consideration of the ongoing federal government shutdown and the resulting uncertainties and related impacts on each of your Tribal Nation operations\, and ultimately\, the success of our convening. Additionally\, the timing of this decision included negotiations with the host hotel/facility to avoid cost burdens to USET and USET SPF. Bottom line\, the current circumstances have made it impractical to move forward with our in-person meeting as originally planned. \nRecognizing that there are still some time-sensitive matters that require Board attention and discussion\, we will be convening a special four-hour virtual board meeting to address a limited set of priority items. The decision to transition to a virtual format reflects our shared responsibility to continue moving forward while honoring the unique pressures facing our communities. Details regarding the date\, time\, agenda\, and virtual access will be shared in the coming days. \nWe apologize for the inconvenience\, and for those of you who have already made travel arrangements. Please note that all hotel reservations will need to be cancelled by each\, individual traveler. All registrations will be refunded to those who have already paid. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we navigate these challenges together. \n  \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\nWhat happens to my Annual Meeting registration? \nAll Annual Meeting registrations will automatically be cancelled. \nHow do I request a refund of my registration fee? \nYou do not need to request a refund. All registration fees will be refunded automatically\, however it may take up to two weeks for refunds to be reflected in your account. \nHow will my registration fee be refunded? \nRegistrations will be refunded as they were received. If you paid with a credit card\, your credit card will be refunded. If you paid by check\, you will receive a check. \nDo I need to cancel my hotel reservation? \nThe hotel has canceled all the reservations made under our hotel code. If you have not called to cancel\, you no longer need to do so. If you wanted to keep your reservation despite the meeting cancellation\, please call DoubleTree at 800-222-8733 to rebook your stay. (Updated 10/15\, 10:45 AM Central) \n  \n\n\n  \nAgendas\nBoard of Directors Agenda\nCommittee Agendas\n\nCulture and Heritage – agenda coming soon!\nEconomic Development and Entrepreneurship\nEducation – not meeting\nHealth – agenda coming soon!\nHomeland Security and Emergency Services\nHousing\nNatural Resources – not meeting\nSocial Services – agenda coming soon!\nTransportation\nTribal Administration\nTribal Justice – not meeting\nVeterans – agenda coming soon!\n\n  \n\n  \nResolutions\nPlease submit resolutions to Liz Malerba at lmalerba@usetinc.org by October 6. Late resolutions may not be considered. \nDraft resolutions submitted after the deadline are only eligible for consideration at the authorization of the USET SPF Executive Officers Committee (EOC) if: (1) the resolution addresses an emergency\, an issue that was not known before the deadline\, or for other good cause; and (2) the EOC\, at its discretion\, agrees to consider the resolution. Emergency resolutions must be received by 5 pm local time during the first day of the USET SPF meeting. Otherwise\, they will not be considered. \n\nUSET SPF Resolution Template for 2025 Annual Meeting\nUSET Resolution Template for 2025 Annual Meeting\n\n  \n\n  \nUSET/USET SPF Safe Public Health Practices Policy for All USET/USET SPF Meetings \nWhile the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us\, the lessons learned during this time remind us of the importance of maintaining proactive and precautionary health measures. Moving forward\, USET/USET SPF remains committed to fostering safe and healthy environments for all members\, staff\, and event attendees by applying general public health best practices. The USET Tribal Epidemiology Center (USET TEC) is a designated public health authority and encourages all attendees to adopt general health measures to protect themselves and others\, such as: \n\nStaying home when feeling unwell.\nWashing hands frequently and thoroughly.\nPracticing respiratory etiquette (e.g.\, covering coughs and sneezes).\nRemaining aware of potential health risks and staying informed about public health updates. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2025-uset-uset-spf-annual-board-of-directors-meeting/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Williamsburg\, 50 Kingsmill Road\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture and Heritage,Economic Development,Education,Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Housing,Natural Resources,Social Services,Transportation,Tribal Administration,Tribal Justice,USET Programmatic Events,USET/USET SPF Events,Veterans END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T123000 DTSTAMP:20260108T171222Z CREATED:20251106T212208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T171222Z UID:10003833-1762340400-1762345800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Clinical Operations Technical Assistance Office Hours with James Spillane DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nWhen: The first and third Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: USET member Tribal Nation Health Directors and Clinical Staff \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: These office hours are a great opportunity to discuss any questions\, requests\, or concerns you or your clinical staff may have regarding Social Determinants of Health\, GPRA measures\, EHR templates and reminders\, RPMS\, iCARE panels\, workflow management\, Patient-Centered Medical Home model and accreditation. \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required. Join via Zoom during any scheduled office hours. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Hailey Wade\, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager\, at hwade@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/clinical-operations-technical-assistance-office-hours-with-james-spillane-6/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260108T171300Z CREATED:20250805T165652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T171300Z UID:10003648-1762947000-1762950600@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Home and Health: Exploring the Link Between Housing and Behavioral Health Outcomes DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen: November 12 at 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern. \nWho should attend: Public health officials\, housing directors\, Tribal leaders\, social workers\, clinicians\, service providers\, and others with interest \nLearning objectives \n\nRelate how housing stability influences behavioral health outcomes across diverse populations.\nIdentify populations most at risk for behavioral health challenges due to housing insecurity.\nRecognize the unique housing-related behavioral health needs of Tribal and underserved communities.\nUnderstand evidence-based models that integrate housing supports and behavioral health services.\nIntegrate policy and funding strategies to support housing as a component of behavioral health care.\nEnhance knowledge of opportunities to strengthen cross-sector collaboration and address housing as a determinant of health.\n\nRegistration is open! \nQuestions? Please contact Caro Caballero at Ccaballero@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/home-and-health-exploring-the-link-between-housing-and-behavioral-health-outcomes/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,Housing,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T150000 DTSTAMP:20251208T165052Z CREATED:20251009T183636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T165052Z UID:10003742-1763559000-1763564400@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET Economic Cluster Working Group: Tourism and Creative Economies Collaborative Session DESCRIPTION:USET’s Office of Economic Development welcomes you to join us in starting an important new project aimed at promoting a strong and healthy economy for USET Tribal Nations. As part of our updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan to help rebuild and grow different areas of Tribal economies\, we are creating working groups that will work on key economic areas. This meeting will be a collaborative session amongst our two ongoing working groups; Tourism and Creative Economies/Entrepreneurship. \n\n\n\nWhen: November 19 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Central/2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal leaders\, Tribal tourism staff\, Tribal economic developers and staff\, and community stakeholders\, creative entrepreneurs\, small business owners. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Brenna Ortiz\, Economic Development Project Administrator\, at bortiz@usetinc.org. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n1:30 pm – 1:45 pm        Welcome and Introduction of Collaborative Session1:45 pm – 2:30 pm        Paving a new path in economic development through Indigenous creative entrepreneurship and tourism.2:30 pm – 3:00 pm        Networking\, Closing Statements \n\n\n\nDiscussion Questions for the Working Group Collaborative session\n\n\n\n\nHow can the Indigenous Tourism sector influence entrepreneurship development in Tribal communities?\n\n\n\nDiscuss developing projects within or surrounding your Tribal community.What projects are being planned for FY 26 that involve Indigenous tourism or creative entrepreneurship development? What projects would you like to see develop in the future?\n\n\n\nImplementation of innovative ideas.\n\nWhat isn’t working? \n\n\n\nWhere do we see the progress within economic development in Tribal communities?\n\n\n\n\n\nTrust is the fabric of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. How can we establish a better relationship with our entrepreneurial community? URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-economic-cluster-working-group-tourism-and-creative-economies-collaborative-session/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Economic Development,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T100000 DTSTAMP:20251120T215404Z CREATED:20251023T143134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T215404Z UID:10003837-1763629200-1763632800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Putting the "Community" in Community Garden at Monacan Indian Nation DESCRIPTION:What better way to build community support for food sovereignty programs than by organizing an Elder Seed & Plant Giveaway? Monacan Indian Nation did just that as part of their USET Food Sovereignty project and cultivated many benefits. Tribal elders received seeds\, plants\, recipes\, and medicinal information and the community garden got a boost of community support and engagement. Join the Monacan Indian Nation Food Bank to learn about their project design and the outcomes of their outreach efforts. If you’ve ever wrestled with how to get the community into the community garden\, this webinar is for you. \n\n\n\nWhen: November 20 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am Central/10:00 am – 11:00 am Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend \n\n\n\n\nFood Sovereignty professionals and volunteers involved with Tribal farms\, food banks\, and gardens\n\n\n\nPublic Health professionals interested in food sovereignty and community wellness \n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives \n\n\n\n\nDesigning a successful community outreach event\n\n\n\nOutreach and engagement pre- and post-event\n\n\n\nDocumenting the special moments and outcomes\n\n\n\nTakeaways from Monacan’s outreach events\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact David Anderson\, Food Sovereignty Senior Technical Assistance Specialist\, at danderson@usetinc.org or 615-557-5352. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/putting-the-community-in-community-garden-at-monacan-indian-nation/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T143000 DTSTAMP:20251208T165115Z CREATED:20251103T142242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T165115Z UID:10003840-1764766800-1764772200@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Insights from the Survey of Native Nations DESCRIPTION:USET’s Office of Economic Development is pleased to continue sharing updates on our ongoing collaboration with the Center for Indian Country Development (CICD)\, the driving force behind the Survey of Native Nations.  We first shared the opportunity to participate in the Survey of Native Nations in May 2024\, to better understand the economic conditions\, governance structures\, and priority spending shaping Indian Country today.  \n\n\n\nWith the survey expansion’s new findings\, we invite USET member Tribal Nations to join us for an in-depth discussion of the results and what they reveal about our shared progress and challenges. This member-only webinar will highlight how Tribal voices and data are shaping national understanding of Native governance and economies\, and how continued participation can strengthen future updates. \n\n\n\nBy connecting in this session\, members will have the opportunity to:: \n\n\n\n\nContribute to shaping the next phase of the Survey of Native Nations.\n\n\n\nLearn about emerging trends and lessons from across Indian Country.\n\n\n\nShare their own Nation’s experiences and priorities.\n\n\n\n\nWhen: December 3 at 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nTribal Leaders interested in governance and data-informed decision-making;\n\n\n\nTribal Economic Developers and Planners;  \n\n\n\nTribal Policy and Research Staff engaged in data collection\, analysis\, or program evaluation; and\,\n\n\n\nTribal Administrators and Program Managers who use community data to guide strategy and investments.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Rebecca Naragon\, USET Economic Development Director\, at RNaragon@usetinc.org. \n\n\n\nDraft Agenda \n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Opening Remarks\n\n\n\nPartnership Overview\n\n\n\nHistory and Purpose of the Survey of Native Nations: How this effort began and its role in supporting Tribal decision-making\n\n\n\nPresentation of Key Findings: Insights\, trends\, and stories emerging from the latest survey data\n\n\n\nMember Reflections and Discussion: Opportunities for USET members to share their experiences and lessons learned\n\n\n\nQuestions & Answers / Open Dialogue\n\n\n\n Next Steps: How to stay engaged and contribute to the next phase of the survey URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/insights-from-the-survey-of-native-nations/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Economic Development,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T235959 DTSTAMP:20260115T193111Z CREATED:20251001T135131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T193111Z UID:10003729-1768262400-1768521599@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Resilience Writing Retreat DESCRIPTION:The 2026 USET Resilience Writing Retreat will be hosted by the USET Community Resilience Program and Pamunkey Indian Tribe. USET member Tribal Nation staff\, leaders\, and citizens working on community resilience documents\, such as vulnerability assessments\, adaptation plans\, climate action plans\, and hazard mitigation plans\, are invited to participate. During the 3-day event\, individuals or teams from each Tribal Nation will have structured work time with facilitators and subject experts to focus on writing their community resilience document that may otherwise be hard to prioritize among day-to-day tasks. The retreat will also prioritize peer editing\, reflection\, presentations\, and identifying areas that may require additional resources\, community input\, or research. \n\n\n\nWhen: January 13-15\, 2026\, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Eastern each dayWe recommend arriving on January 12 and traveling home the evening of January 15 or on January 16. \n\n\n\nWhere: The retreat will be hosted on the sovereign territory of the Pamunkey Indian Tribe at the new Pamunkey Cultural Resources & Community Center (225 Lay Landing Rd\, King William\, VA). We recommend one of the following hotels: \n\n\n\n\nHoliday Inn Express Richmond-Mechanicsville\, 7441 Bell Creek Rd\, Mechanicsville\, VA 23111 (804) 559-0022\n\n\n\nHampton Inn Richmond-Mechanicsville\, 7433 Bell Creek Rd\, Mechanicsville\, VA 23111 (804) 559-0559\n\n\n\n\nA limited number of stipends are available to USET member Tribal Nation staff/citizens on a first-come\, first-served basis to offset the costs of travel\, lodging\, and meals; please note your request for a travel stipend on the registration form. Stipends will be distributed after the event has concluded. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: USET member Tribal Nation staff\, leaders\, and citizens working on community resilience documents\, such as vulnerability assessments\, adaptation plans\, climate action plans\, and hazard mitigation plans. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: \n\n\n\n\nLearn strategies for tackling large writing projects.\n\n\n\nLearn from peers and partners working in similar fields.\n\n\n\nMake progress on resilience document drafts.\n\n\n\nIdentify information inputs still needed.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open through December 19! After registering\, USET Community Resilience Staff will reach out to discuss the project you will bring to the retreat to identify facilitators or topic experts that may support your work. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Bre Knudsen\, USET Community Resilience Program Manager (bknudsen@usetinc.org or 629-277-1160) and/or Steph Courtney\, Community Resilience Liaison (scourtney@usetinc.org). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDraft agenda at-a-glance\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 13\n\n\n\n\nIntroductions and welcome to Pamunkey lands \n\n\n\nUSET and OERM intro\n\n\n\nBreak\n\n\n\nOverview of event agenda\, structure\, housekeeping\, expectations \n\n\n\nTeams set goals and intentions for the week\, introduce project to facilitators\n\n\n\nBox/Sack Lunch by Mattapony Reserve\n\n\n\nAfternoon site visits to nearby resilience project(s) – Forest & Remediation site (Chickahominy Indian Tribe — Eastern) & Pamunkey Living Shoreline (USET Transport available)\n\n\n\nReturn to Pamunkey before 5pm \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 14\n\n\n\n\nGreetings; field trip reflections & revisit goals\n\n\n\nPresentations from Just Collective \n\n\n\nBreak\n\n\n\nStructured writing time \n\n\n\nPeer reflection and review \n\n\n\nLunch by Joanie Beverly (Monacan Nation) \n\n\n\nLocal VNAA pop-up market during Lunch \n\n\n\nPresentation from Jasmine Lamb (Sipayik Resilience Committee) \n\n\n\nBreak\n\n\n\nStructured writing time \n\n\n\nPeer reflection and review  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 15\n\n\n\n\nOpening reflection – revisit goals from Day 1 & progress from Day 2\n\n\n\nStructured writing time \n\n\n\nPeer reflection and review \n\n\n\nBreak\n\n\n\nPottery demo by Allyson Gray \n\n\n\nLunch by Joanie Beverly (Monacan Nation) \n\n\n\nRe-centering and reflection \n\n\n\nStructured writing time \n\n\n\nPeer reflection and review \n\n\n\nBreak\n\n\n\nClosing reflections & evaluations  URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/community-resilience-writing-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260121T205520Z CREATED:20251217T214924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T205520Z UID:10003879-1768917600-1768921200@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Catawba River Cane Restoration and Conservation DESCRIPTION:USET is hosting a webinar featuring Catawba Indian Nation’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to will share progress and lessons learned from initiatives focused on restoring culturally and ecologically significant plants\, including Giant Rivercane (Arundinaria gigantea)\, Schweinitz’s Sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii)\, Georgia Aster (Symphyotrichum georgianum) and Sacred Tobacco (Nicotiana rustica). Together\, these efforts aim to strengthen the Nation’s stewardship of natural and cultural resources\, ensuring that traditional practices can be sustained for generations to come. The webinar will provide participants with an overview of how rivercane restoration improves riparian buffers\, enhances water quality\, and preserves a resource long used by the Catawba people for cultural and craft traditions. It will also showcase the Nation’s work monitoring culturally significant plants\, including those tied to the recovery of Schweinitz’s Sunflower\, a federally endangered species in the Carolina Piedmont. \n\n\n\nCourtney Skeldon\, Wildlife & Habitat Stewardship Program Manager for the Catawba Nation\, will present restoration strategies\, highlight key insights from the Nation’s work\, and engage with the audience in a Q&A. By integrating ecological science with cultural stewardship\, the webinar will showcase how the Nation’s efforts serve as a model for community-driven conservation. Topics will include: Rivercane restoration methods\, cultural importance of rivercane\, restoration and monitoring of Schweinitz’s sunflower\, ecological benefits of habitat restoration\, and opportunities for community involvement. \n\n\n\nWhen: January 20 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central/3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Agriculture\, Natural Resources\, Environmental\, Cultural Staff from USET Tribal Nations and other federal Tribal Nations. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: \n\n\n\n\nRivercane restoration methods\n\n\n\nCultural importance of rivercane\n\n\n\nRestoration and monitoring of Schweinitz’s sunflower\n\n\n\nEcological benefits of habitat restoration\n\n\n\nOpportunities for community involvement\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact David Anderson\, Senior Agriculture Technical Assistance Specialist\, at 828-557-5352. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/catawba-river-cane-restoration-and-conservation/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T140000 DTSTAMP:20260325T131353Z CREATED:20260129T172300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T131353Z UID:10003893-1769518800-1769522400@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices\, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Series DESCRIPTION:Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the innate intelligence\, strengths\, balance\, resources\, and resilience of Native people. \n\n\n\nWhen: The fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Nation health directors\, clinic staff\, counselors\, social workers\, physicians\, nurses\, Tribal Epidemiology Center staff\, and anyone supporting Tribal Nation citizens through the health/behavioral health sector are welcome to join. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives \n\n\n\n\nIncrease knowledge of innate intelligence of Native people and relationship to treatment and lifelong recovery \n\n\n\nDeepen understanding of cultural practices as teaching tools for healthy behavior and how traditional practices influence behavior change \n\n\n\nGain knowledge of two examples of traditional behavioral health programs \n\n\n\nLearn example of how to translate a traditional practice into a potential billable clinical service\n\n\n\n\nCME/CE Program accreditation for physicians\, physician assistants\, and nurse practitioners\, nurses\, counselors and social workers \n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact reclaimingteam@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/reclaiming-native-psychological-brilliance-wise-practices-a-tribal-behavioral-health-echo-series-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T123000 DTSTAMP:20260325T131418Z CREATED:20251217T214943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T131418Z UID:10003880-1769686200-1769689800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Physical Healing through Medication Assisted Treatment DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session with the Catawba Nation as we explore how physical healing can be supported through Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)\, an evidence-based approach to treating addiction that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies. This session will provide a holistic perspective\, grounded in traditional teachings and clinical best practices\, to help participants better understand\, implement\, and support MAT in their Tribal Nations. \n\n\n\nWhen: January 29 at 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Public health officials\, counselors\, psychiatrists\, social workers\, clinicians\, service providers\, clinical administration staff\, Tribal leaders\, and others with interest. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: \n\n\n\n\nThe use of cultural practices to restore balance and support physical recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. \n\n\n\nThe principles and practices of Medication Assisted Treatment. \n\n\n\nCommon barriers to MAT access and strategies to overcome them. \n\n\n\nPractical steps for offering MAT services effectively within diverse care settings.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Caro Caballero\, ccaballero@usetinc.org. URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/physical-healing-through-medication-assisted-treatment/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T140000 DTSTAMP:20260331T201014Z CREATED:20260223T161018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T201014Z UID:10004003-1774962000-1774965600@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Migraine and Headache Disorder in Indigenous Communities DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is delighted to invite you to our first GHWIC Chronic Disease ECHO sessions\, Year 2. The Chronic Disease ECHOs allows Tribal Nations to take their health promotion and disease prevention programs into their own hands\, using traditional knowledge\, community engagement\, culturally relevant programs\, resources\, and educational materials. These quarterly Chronic Disease ECHOs allow us to have a broader reach to work in community-chosen clinical linkages and culturally adapted initiatives to promote focus areas of physical activity/nutrition\, commercial tobacco prevention\, type 2 diabetes\, oral health\, heart disease\, and stroke prevention. \n\n\n\nThese quarterly ECHO sessions will feature Indigenous speakers who are subject matter experts to provide education and disease prevention to reduce health disparities and increase healthier lives among American Indian and Alaska Native communities. They will serve as a gathering for sharing innovative strategies that provide a cultural approach to chronic disease prevention\, management\, and control. The long-term outcome is to reduce rates of death and disability and the prevalence of commercial tobacco use\, prediabetes and diabetes\, high blood pressure\, obesity\, oral disease\, and other chronic disease risk factors and conditions.  \n\n\n\nWe are having this GHWIC C2 Chronic Disease ECHO session to raise awareness about Migraine and Headache disorders in Indigenous communities. The importance of having this session will echo the need for prevention\, management\, and control of chronic diseases. Each participant will receive Tribal tailored resources on this debilitating disorder to better recognize\, treat\, and manage this condition. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Mary Herne\, FNP‑C\, is a Family Nurse Practitioner serving as a primary care provider with a subspecialty in headache medicine at Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services.  She is a registered member of the community she serves. Mary’s commitment to headache medicine is shaped by both personal experiences and professional background. \n\n\n\nWhen: March 31 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nTribal Leaders \n\n\n\nClinical Staff \n\n\n\nHealthcare Professionals \n\n\n\nPublic Health Staff \n\n\n\nAll USET Tribal Nations \n\n\n\nGHWIC C2 recipients and awardees \n\n\n\nInterns\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify primary headache disorders\n\n\n\nIdentify headache red flags\n\n\n\nIdentify impact of prevalence rates of migraine in Indigenous communities\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Jacqueline Carter\, Program Manager\, jcarter@usetinc.org\, 601 566 5474 URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/migraine-and-headache-disorder-in-indigenous-communities/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T150000 DTSTAMP:20260409T133700Z CREATED:20260220T151633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T133700Z UID:10004002-1775655000-1775660400@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Economic Cluster Working Groups - Creative Economies DESCRIPTION:USET’s Office of Economic Development is hosting our ongoing Economic Cluster Working Group sessions for our Creative Economies and Tourism Industry sectors. As part of our updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan to help rebuild and grow different areas of Tribal economies\, we have created working groups that will work on key economic areas. This focus of this meeting will be to discuss our Native owned small business engagement survey results\, and provide time for our Creative Economies working group members to reconnect & share new community updates. \n\n\n\nWhen: April 8 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Central/2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal leaders\, Tribal economic developers and staff\, and community stakeholders\, creative entrepreneurs\, small business owners. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: Discuss development of creative businesses/economies within USET region. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Brenna Ortiz\, Project Admininstrator\, bortiz@usetinc.org URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/economic-cluster-working-groups-creative-economies/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Economic Development,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T150000 DTSTAMP:20260413T143116Z CREATED:20260220T152228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T143116Z UID:10004009-1775741400-1775746800@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:Economic Cluster Working Groups - Tourism Industry DESCRIPTION:USET’s Office of Economic Development is hosting our ongoing Economic Cluster Working Group sessions for our Creative Economies and Tourism Industry sectors. As part of our updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan to help rebuild and grow different areas of Tribal economies\, we have created working groups that will work on key economic areas. This focus of this meeting will be to discuss our Native owned small business engagement survey results\, and provide time for our Tourism industry working group members to reconnect & share new community updates. \n\n\n\nWhen: April 9 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Central/2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal leaders\, Tribal tourism staff\, Tribal economic developers and staff\, and community stakeholders. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: Discuss tourism industry development within USET Region. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Brenna Ortiz\, Project Admininstrator\, bortiz@usetinc.org URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/economic-cluster-working-groups-tourism-industry/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Economic Development,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T133448Z CREATED:20260224T152540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T133448Z UID:10004013-1777248000-1777593599@www.usetinc.org SUMMARY:USET Diabetes Support Program Regional Special Diabetes Program for Indians Training DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Tribal Public Health is hosting a Regional Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) grant training. The purpose of the Regional SDPI training is to provide a collective approach to understanding the needs of the SDPI program and provide educational resources/materials to support program productivity and impact. The training will be tailored to Indian Health Service (IHS) Nashville Area SDPI programs\, supporting efforts to strengthen sovereign Tribal public health systems and enhance capacity across the region. \n\n\n\nWhen: April 27 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Central Meet & Greet Reception April 28 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Central April 29 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Central April 30 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Central \n\n\n\nWhere: Wind Creek Casino and Resort Atmore\, 303 Poarch Road\, Atmore\, AL 36502 \n\n\n\nLodging: A room block is available for this event. Please call 866-946-3360 to reserve your room. Use room block code USET. Reserve your room by April 3\, 2026\, to receive the group rate. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Indian Health Service (IHS) Nashville Area SDPI program coordinators\, Health Directors\, and healthcare professionals \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand resources available to the IHS SDPI Nashville-area recipients. \n\n\n\nLearn diabetes care best practices from subject matter experts working within the USET region. \n\n\n\nUnderstand how to effectively collect and analyze data within RPMS Diabetes Management System (DMS). \n\n\n\nLearn how to implement program activities and initiatives. \n\n\n\nUnderstand the grant requirements to effectively manage program.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Michele Berryhill\, Office of Tribal Public Health Project Administrator\, mberryhill@usetinc.org URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-diabetes-support-program-regional-special-diabetes-program-for-indians-training/ LOCATION:Wind Creek Casino and Resort\, 303 Poarch Road\, Atmore\, AL\, 36502\, United States CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR