United South & Eastern Tribes

UNDRIP Day
2028-09-13, 2027-09-13, 2026-09-13 | 123 Easy Street, Nashville, TN, 37211, United States
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Day is celebrated every year on September 13. In honor of this day, USET/USET SPF offices are closed. Learn more about UNDRIP.

Metacomet (King Philip) Day
2028-08-12, 2027-08-12, 2026-08-12 | United States
Mashpee Wampanoag and the Wampanoag Tribe of Aquinnah observe Metacoment Day every August 12th
As an official holiday, tribal operations will be closed to observe the historic day.
Metacomet, also known as King Philip, was the son of the Great Sachem Muhsasôyut 8sâmeeqan who welcomed English in 1620. Philip, or Metacom, became the last chief of the Wampanoags in 1662 and Grand Sachem of the Pokonokets.
King Philip’s War, sometimes called the “First Indian War, Metacom’s War or Metacom’s Rebellion,” was an armed conflict in 1675-1678 between the indigenous inhabitants of New England and the colonists. The war was the greatest calamity in seventeenth-century New England and is considered by many to be the deadliest war in Colonial American History.
2021 marks the 345th anniversary of King Philip’s death on August 12, 1676, in Bristol, Rhode Island, at Mount Hope.
While the country celebrates 400 years since the arrival of the English, King Philip’s war might have ended; however, the fight continues with the loss of our lands, culture, and sovereignty. Metacomet’s legacy will live on forever through the future generations of the Wampanoag “People of The First Light” and memorialized on August 12th each calendar year and proclaimed as Metacomet Day.

Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting
2026-12-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-07 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | 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. Its primary goal is to strengthen the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through strategies focused on mitigation, prevention, and preparation in the disaster management cycle.

The Task Force also 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.

When: 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.

Who should attend: You must be an employee, citizen, or otherwise designated with a USET member Tribal Nation to join.

Tribal Leaders & 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

Registration is open!

Questions? Please contact Anna Garrett, USET Senior Epidemiologist, at agarrett@usetinc.org, or Haley Tulis, Epidemiology Administrative Assistant, at htulis@usetinc.org.

Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Series
2026-11-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the innate intelligence, strengths, balance, resources, and resilience of Native people.

When: The fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern

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.

Learning objectives

Increase knowledge of innate intelligence of Native people and relationship to treatment and lifelong recovery

Deepen understanding of cultural practices as teaching tools for healthy behavior and how traditional practices influence behavior change

Gain knowledge of two examples of traditional behavioral health programs

Learn example of how to translate a traditional practice into a potential billable clinical service

CME/CE Program accreditation for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, nurses, counselors and social workers

Registration is open!

Questions? Contact reclaimingteam@usetinc.org.

NAFOA Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference
2026-09-21 00:00 - 2026-09-22 23:59
NAFOA hosts an Annual Conference (Spring) and the Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference to collaborate, share practical insights, and collectively define a path toward stronger Tribal economies and sovereignty.

Clinical Operations Technical Assistance Office Hours with James Spillane
2026-09-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-08-19 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-08-05 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-15 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times.

When: The first and third Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern

Who should attend: USET member Tribal Nation Health Directors and Clinical Staff

Learning 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.

Registration is not required. Join via Zoom during any scheduled office hours.

Questions? Please contact Hailey Wade, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager, at hwade@usetinc.org.

National Tribal Health Conference
2026-09-07 00:00 - 2026-09-12 23:59 | Sheraton Grand at Wildhorse Pass, 5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ, 85226, United States
The NIHB National Tribal Health Conference is a week-long event that serves American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes in the space of health – behavioral and public health. The conference will showcase the interconnectedness of policy, advocacy, and Indian health best practices. Programming includes tribal listening and consultation sessions, hands-on training opportunities, plenary sessions, and workshops that cover timely topics such as funding for Indian Health, the business of medicine, health equity, Indigenous determinants of health, Tribal public health, behavioral health, culture, environmental health, and climate change. The conference also includes focus areas on Native youth, Tribal veterans, and elders, a fitness event, exhibit hall and marketplace, culture night, poster sessions, and gala celebration.

Tribal Health Services Self-Determination and Self-Governance Technical Assistance Monthly Office Hours FY26
2026-08-19 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
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.

When: The third Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Central/10:00 am – 1:00 pm Eastern

Who should attend: Tribal Leaders, Health Directors, Tribal Nation designated staff

Learning objectives

October 15: The Basic ISDEAA Contracting Title I vs Title V

November 19: The 340B Pharmacy

December 17: How to Add new Programs, Functions, Services and Activities (PFSAs), Clinics, Pharmacy

January 21: How to Interpret Tribal Shares Tables

February 18: New or Restored, Federally Recognized Tribes: Funding Estimate Table and Elements

March 18: The Preparation of Budget Negotiation, Aligning Salaries, Structuring Budgets, Contract Support Cost (CSC)

April 15: Contract Support Costs (CSC) on Revenue Cycle Management (RCM), Direct Contract Support Costs

May 20: Maximizing Space for a 105(l)

June 17: Tribal Management Grant (TMG), Tribal Self-Governance Program (TSGP)

July 15: Annual Funding Agreement Negotiations & Defining Scope of Work

August 19: Health System Planning (HSP) Tools, Strategic Action Plan (SAP)

Registration is open!

Questions? Please contact Hailey Wade, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager, at hwade@usetinc.org.

Indigenous Foodways Summit
2026-07-28 00:00 - 2026-07-30 23:59
USET’s Indigenous Foodways Summit is a celebration of food sovereignty projects across 33 member Tribal Nations. Join us at Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for farm tours, forest walks, project exhibitions, and hands-on workshops with expert basket makers and potters. This event uplifts leaders in the field of food sovereignty and fosters intertribal connections. We will also explore how Natural Resources Conservation Service partners with Tribal food sovereignty initiatives.

USET’s 2026 Indigenous Foodways Summit is hosted by Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe with support from Natural Resources Conservation Service.

When: July 28 – 30, 2026; 8:00 am – 7:00 pm CST each day

Where: SRMT Environmental Division, 850 NY-37, Akwesasne, NY 13655

Lodging: Room block information will be posted in April 2026.

Travel stipends: Stipends are available to USET Tribal Nation staff on a first-come, first-served basis.

Who should attend: Tribal farm staff, Tribal foresters, Tribal environmental staff, Tribal citizen farmers, Tribal nonprofits working to advance Food Sovereignty

Learning objectives:

Food Sovereignty: Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Plant Nurseries

Traditional Tool Making: Baskets and Pottery

Resilient Food System Planning

Funding and Technical Assistance from Natural Resources Conservation Service

Registration will open soon!

Questions? Contact Lea Zeise, Food Sovereignty Program Manager, lzeise@usetinc.org.

National UNITY Conference
2026-07-10 00:00 - 2026-07-14 23:59
The National UNITY Conference, is an impactful five-day youth-led annual event held every July. The National UNITY Conference complete with general sessions, regional caucuses, workshops, career/education fair, and fun evening activities provides hands-on leadership development activities and where the National UNITY Council conducts elections and its annual business meeting. The national conference is a place where Native youth voices are encouraged and valued.
