United South & Eastern Tribes

USET Cyber-Incident Action Plan Development Training
2024-08-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-29 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-26 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

POSTPONED: USET Office of Economic Development Webinar | Progressing the Whole Story: A Conversation of Economic Data
2024-08-28 08:00 - 17:00 | 123 Easy Street, Nashville, TN, 37211, United States
UPDATE: The webinar is postponed. More information is coming soon.

Progressing the Whole Story: A Conversation of Economic Data
presented by the
USET Office of Economic Development
During this webinar, attendees will explore the multifaceted aspects of Tribal economic data, uncovering insights that paint a holistic picture of economic activity within the USET region. The goal is to foster a dialogue that goes beyond conventional metrics, shedding light on recent USET work on economic data endeavors that contribute to the vibrancy and resilient of Tribal Nations. Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey to progress the whole story of Tribal economic data.
When: August 28 at 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM Central/2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Eastern
Who Should Attend: USET Tribal Leaders, Tribal Economic Development Practitioners, and Data Enthusiasts
Learning Objectives:

Understand the significance of Tribal economic data its impact on policy.
Explore innovative methods for studying and sharing Tribal economic data.
Identify strategies for leveraging Tribal economic data for future growth.

Register: Registration is open.
Questions: If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Fly, USET Administrative Assistant, at sfly@usetinc.org.

Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting
2024-09-03 12:00 - 12:30, 2024-11-05 12:00 - 12:30, 2024-12-03 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.

USET OTPH Webinar | Current Alcohol, Drug, and Concealment Trends and Identifiers
2024-09-06 08:00 - 09:30 | Virtual Event
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health is hosting a webinar titled, “Tall Cop Says Stop: High in Plain Sight,” which will cover current alcohol, drug, and concealment trends and identifiers. This workshop will provide attendees with the ability, knowledge, and confidence to help prevent and identify individuals who are abusing drugs and/or alcohol. Attendees will also be taught the strategies and different terms that are consistent with alcohol & drug abuse. There are several identifiers, logos and terms that are commonly related to drug (illegal and over-the-counter) and alcohol abuse, marijuana abuse, and drug concealment on school, home, and work property. These items, along with much more, will be discussed.
When: September 6 at 8:00 am – 9:30 am Central/9:00 am – 10:30 am Eastern
Who Should Attend: Educators, Prevention Providers, Coalition Members, Law Enforcement, Probation Officers, School Administrators, Treatment Providers, Nurses, Healthcare Workers, Counselors, Social Workers, etc. (This webinar is for adults only.)
Following the Webinar, Attendees will be able to:

Quickly identify alcohol and drug use and abuse indicators of possible at-risk individuals, through products, stash compartments, clothing brands, lingo, emerging drugs, etc.
Recognize the current drug culture at first observation or interview, including Delta 8 and 10
Identify concealment methods for alcohol and drugs in the classroom or workplace, including vaping
Provide education for improved policy and procedures regarding current alcohol and drug abuse prevention and intervention
Recognize area specific alcohol and drug abuse information and content in relations to trends, culture and identifiers

Registration: Please register for the webinar.
Questions: Please contact USET’s Planning and Infrastructure Senior Program Coordinator, Breanna Knudsen, at bknudsen@usetinc.org with any questions.

Mental Health First Aid Training
2024-09-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-18 08:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
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 September 2024. 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 their website, 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.

When:
Youth Mental Health First Aid
September 11 at 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Central/9:00 am – 2:00 pm Eastern
Adult Mental Health First Aid
September 18 at 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Central/9:00 am – 2:00 pm Eastern

Who Should Attend:
Any 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.

What You Will Learn:

How to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders
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

Register:
Youth registration link
Adult registration link

Questions:
Please contact Amanda Watts, Evaluation Specialist, at awatts@usetinc.org with any questions.

USET Infectious Disease ECHO
2024-09-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
September’s session will focus on the rise in Syphilis and Dr. Jorge Mera will be the guest speaker.

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 Bryan Hendrix, Public Health Data Improvement Manager, at bhendrix@usetinc.org.

USET OTPH Webinar | Supporting the Indigenous Breastfeeding Family
2024-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
September 19 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
Register
Who should attend: Public health staff, medical practitioners, health educators, diabetes coordinators, lactation consultants, and doulas.
We are excited to announce an informative and interactive webinar entitled “Supporting the Indigenous Breastfeeding Family.” The objectives of this presentation include learning how to support Indigenous breastfeeding families by implementing policies and procedures on breastfeeding in the workplace. We will also discuss developing collaboration between Tribal health programs to support breastfeeding families and improve healthier lifestyles.
Our guest speaker, Dr. Charlene Remirez, is a Labor and delivery registered nurse who has been practicing for over 15 years and recently graduated with a Doctorate in Nurse Practice. Dr. Ramirez is currently working as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Montana State University and is starting a journey to becoming an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) within the following year.
If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline Carter, USET Chronic Disease Program Manager, at jcarter@usetinc.org.

RESCHEDULED: USET OTPH Webinar | A Taste of Sovereignty: Exploring the interconnected concepts of food sovereignty
2024-09-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
Update – This webinar was previously scheduled for September 24.

September 26 at 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Eastern
Register
Who should attend: Public health staff, chronic disease prevention staff, health educators, agriculture and foodways staff, Native chefs, Tribal leaders, farmers market staff/volunteers, etc.
We are excited to announce an informative and interactive webinar entitled “A Taste of Sovereignty: Exploring the interconnected concepts of food sovereignty,” which refers to the right of people to healthy and culturally appropriate food produced through ecologically sound and sustainable methods, food justice, which encompasses equal access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food; and food security, which entails having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food.
Objectives:

Explore various resources designed to support food sovereignty initiatives within communities.
Establish sustainable partnerships and incorporate cultural values into mission statements.
Define the concepts of food sovereignty.
Examine policy ideas and strategies for food sustainability.

Our guest speaker will be Ms. Hayley Breazeale, Food Sovereignty Coordinator, SC., Master Gardener, and Diabetes Lifestyle Coach with the Catawba Nation Wellness Department.
If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline Carter, USET Chronic Disease Program Manager, at jcarter@usetinc.org.

CANCELED: Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting
2024-10-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
UPDATE: Our October meeting will take place in person during the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting.
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.

USET Tribal Public Preparedness and Resilience Task Force in collaboration with USET Homeland Security and Emergency Services Committee University of Miami Tour
2024-10-08 06:45 - 16:00 | Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, FL, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL, 33314, United States
*This special event is in conjunction with the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting, hosted by the Seminole Tribe of Florida on October 7-9, 2024, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood. Participants of the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting are invited to join this special event. Learn more and register for the Annual Meeting, by visiting the event page. The tour requires separate registration.

Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience is a Tribally-centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of USET member Tribal Nations through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. The intention of the Task Force is an opportunity for Tribal Nations to work together and learn from one another on all public health preparedness topics and to break down the silos seen between health, environmental, and emergency management resources.
What: Attend tours of the University of Miami Marine Campus, Gordon Center, and Medical Campus, and participate in presentations about hurricanes. These tours will be led by experts from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and Miller School of Medicine. Participants will be provided demonstrations and simulations, and future offerings/trainings will be discussed. Lunch and transportation are provided.
When and Where : October 8 at 7:45 am – 5:00 pm (Meet at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood at the Hollywood Tower at 7:45 am to utilize the transportation provided by USET.)
Who Should Attend: USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force members, USET Homeland Security and Emergency Services Committee, USET Committee members, USET member Tribal Nation leadership and staff
Learning Objectives:

Experience the cutting-edge SUSTAIN Laboratory, featuring a state-of-the-art wind-wave tank. Witness the creation of category 5 hurricane force winds and observe water and wind interactions in a dynamic 3-D environment.
Discover the latest research and strategies in hurricane preparedness and response.
Delve into the science of extreme weather events.
Receive detailed information on training offerings, including Active Shooter Response Training for First Responders, Unarmed Security, and Normal Personnel.

Agenda: Review the detailed agenda.
Travel Stipends: USET will provide a limited number of travel stipend 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. Please click this link to request a stipend. If you have any questions, please contact Frank Soto at fsoto@usetinc.org.
Register today for the tour! If you are participating in the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting, please register separately here.
Questions: For questions, please do not hesitate to contact Anna Garret, USET Senior Epidemiologist, at agarrett@usetinc.org.

CANCELED | USET Infectious Disease ECHO
2024-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
UPDATE: This month’s Infectious Disease ECHO has been canceled due to the USET/USET SPF Annual Meeting. We look forward to seeing you in November.

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 Bryan Hendrix, Public Health Data Improvement Manager, at bhendrix@usetinc.org.

Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic
2024-10-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern. Each session will be one hour in length.
Who 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.
The one-hour Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance virtual series will provide an opportunity for participants to:

Gain skills on strength-based approaches in partnership with Native People to enhance Native behavioral health,
Discuss ways that Native brilliance is demonstrated and supports behavioral health, and
Learn about Native brilliance examples to share with behavioral health and other health care staff, as well as with local Tribal Nation citizens.

The concept of Native psychological brilliance will be celebrated through Native music videos and Native spoken word performances as part of each session of the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance series.
Continuing education credits will be provided.
Register in advance for the session.
For questions, please contact Bernice Jordan, Public Health Manager, at bjordan@usetinc.org.

USET Wetland Program Plan Virtual Writing Workshop
2024-10-30 08:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-06 08:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-13 08:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-20 08:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Rescheduled: These workshops have been delayed a week. New dates are below

The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management Department is providing a virtual workshop on Wetland Program Plan Writing. Participants will receive instruction and support to outline long-term goals and actions for Tribal departments managing wetlands through Wetland Program Plans (WPP). This four-part writing webinar will review the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed WPP core elements and actions, hear presentations from Tribal wetland specialists about their wetland programs, and put departmental goals and objectives into writing using a draft WPP template. The second half of each webinar will be a dedicated writing time block for attendees to share experiences in their writing process, ask questions, and work on WPP documents.
When: October 30, November 6, 13, and 20 at 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Central/9:00 am – 4:00 pm Eastern
Who Should Attend: USET member Tribal Wetland and Environmental Staff
Participants Will:

Develop a WPP to aid in organizing Tribal Wetland protection
Bolster your Tribal Nation’s capacity into the future
Hear from and network with other Tribal Wetland professionals

Registration: Registration is open!
DRAFT Agenda
Questions: For questions, please contact USET OERM Senior Technical Assistance Specialist, Michael Purvis, at mpurvis@usetinc.org.

USET OERM Webinar | EPA QAPP Guidance and Overview for Tribal Nations
2024-11-07 11:00 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management (OERM) is excited to host a webinar with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), focused on breaking down the complexities of the Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP). Stephanie McCarthy, from the EPA will provide an overview of the latest QAPP guidance. A QAPP is a formal document that outlines how organizations will ensure the quality and integrity of their data and project processes. It is an essential component for compliance with EPA standards, particularly for environmental projects. Most funding for EPA projects that include air and water quality, erosion studies, bird/wildlife surveys, and other environmental activities require an EPA approved QAPP before funding can be awarded and projects can commence. Staying up to date with the latest guidance is crucial as QAPP requirements can vary based on the specifics of each project, making it vital for teams to continually enhance their skills and knowledge in document development.
This webinar is designed to support project managers, coordinators, and technical writers who may find the QAPP drafting process complex or time-consuming. Whether you are new to creating a QAPP or have faced challenges with previous submissions, this session will offer practical insights and tools to help you streamline the process and meet the latest EPA standards. You will learn directly from an EPA Quality Assurance Manager, who will provide clear, actionable guidance on how to develop a QAPP, reducing common barriers and frustrations that can delay the approval process.
This session will equip you with a clear roadmap for developing QAPPs and offer opportunities to ask questions specific to your projects. By attending, you will gain the tools to enhance your skills and reduce the time needed to draft and finalize these critical documents. We encourage anyone involved in creating or reviewing QAPPs to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to learn from an expert and improve their quality assurance processes.
When: November 7 at 11:00 am – 2:30 pm Central
Who Should Attend:

Tribal staff including project managers, coordinators, and technical writers tasked with creating or reviewing QAPPS.
Organizations and Tribal Nations who need support in ensuring compliance with EPA quality assurance standards.

Learning Objectives:

To understand the purpose of EPA’s QAPP Standard
To understand the requirements in the QAPP Standard
To be introduced to the updates in EPA’s Quality Program terminology and definitions

Registration: Register today.
Questions: Please contact Jakira Saunders, USET OERM Lead Program Manager, at jsaunders@usetinc.org or Ben Peyton, Lead Senior Technical Specialist, at bpeyton@usetinc.org.

CANCELED | USET Infectious Disease ECHO
2024-11-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
UPDATE: USET’s Infectious Disease ECHO is canceled for November and December. We look forward to seeing you next year.

We invite you and your staff to participate in the Infectious Disease ECHO. This ECHO merged the previous COVID-19 and Hepatitis C ECHOs and will focus on a different topic every month. Additionally, clinical cases are 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

November’s ECHO will focus on Respiratory Illnesses.
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 Bryan Hendrix, Public Health Data Improvement Manager, at bhendrix@usetinc.org.

USET Office of Economic Development Webinar: Analysis of Assessing the Economic Impact of USET Tribal Nations on National Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report
2024-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
From the recovery from the Great Depression and World War II rose the idea of the gross domestic product (GDP). GDP has become the ultimate measure of a sovereign’s overall well-being. Many of USET Tribal Nation members are the largest employers in their areas and contribute millions of dollars to local economies, however, other than some industry specific examples, there has not been an available understanding of this macro level for the GDP contribution and of the economic impact of Indian Country.
Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by USET’s Office of Economic Development as we unveil the “Analysis of Assessing the Economic Impact of USET Tribal Nations on National Gross Domestic Product (GDP)” report. This comprehensive study explores the substantial contributions of USET Tribal Nations to the national economy, highlighting beyond mere revenue figures. USET’s Office of Economic Development and lead researcher, Dr. Eric Trevan, will discuss the full scope and overview of the GDP Report.
When: November 22 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central /2:00pm – 4:00 pm Eastern
Who Should Attend: USET Tribal Leaders and Economic Development Professionals
Learning Objectives:

Understand Key Findings and how USET Tribal Nations contribute to the National GDP.
Explore Methodologies used in the analysis, including data sources and evaluation techniques that provide a comprehensive view of economic contributions.
Discuss Insights and Reflections for the findings of the report to inform and enhance economic development initiatives within Tribal Nations and in collaboration with external partners.
Engage in Q&A to clarify concepts, discuss implications, and share ideas on future research related to USET member Tribal Nations.

Registration: Register today.
Questions: Please contact Rebecca Naragon, Department Director of the USET Office of Economic Development, at rnaragon@usetinc.org.

Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Model Virtual Training
2024-12-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
As a part of the TECPHI Opioid Supplement approach to improving public health planning and infrastructure, the USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is offering a Patient-Centered Medical Home Model training to USET member Tribal Nations, USET staff, and NAO IHS staff. Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model is an emerging healthcare model. According to the CDC, the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) model is an approach to delivering high quality, cost-effective primary care. Using a patient-centered, culturally appropriate, and team-based approach, the PCMH model coordinates patient care across the health system. The PCMH model has been associated with effective chronic disease management, increased patient and provider satisfaction, cost savings, improved quality of care, and increased preventive care.
When: December 3 at 10:00am – 2:00 pm Central/11:00 am – 3:00 pm Eastern (include a 30-minute lunch break)
Who Should Attend: Tribal Nation clinic staff, IHS clinic support staff, and USET OTPH staff
Learning Objectives:

Understand the function of a PCMH.
Gain knowledge of how to create a more efficient and culturally-centered approach to whole-person health care delivery.
Develop skills for patient intake and tracking with integrative care through a PCMH.

How to join: Zoom link
Questions: Please contact Breanna Knudsen, USET Senior Program Coordinator, at bknudsen@usetinc.org with any questions.

CANCELED: USET Infectious Disease ECHO
2024-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
UPDATE: This month’s ECHO has been canceled. We look forward to seeing you next year.

We invite you and your staff to participate in the Infectious Disease ECHO. This ECHO merged the previous COVID-19 and Hepatitis C ECHOs and will focus on a different topic every month. Additionally, clinical cases are encouraged to be submitted 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 Bryan Hendrix, Public Health Data Improvement Manager, at bhendrix@usetinc.org.

Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting
2025-01-07 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

January’s Task Force will feature presenters are from the University of Miami:

Elyzabeth Estrada, CHEP; Assistant Director of Disaster Management; University of Miami
Vincent Torres, CHEP; Director Emergency Management; University of Miami

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.
