Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Following two well-attended consultations in March, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is holding additional consultation sessions concerning Executive Order 14191 - Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families. Three more online sessions are scheduled: Session 1: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 12:00-2:00 p.m. ET Session 2: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 2:30-4:30 p.m. ET Session 3: Tuesday, […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Register The National Indian Health Board is hosting a virtual tribal caucus on July 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET in preparation for the two virtual listening sessions on July 16 and 17, 2025, from 12:00-5:30 p.m. ET, each day. The listening session will solicit tribal feedback and priorities regarding Secretary Kennedy’s announced restructuring […]
Following two well-attended consultations in March, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is holding additional consultation sessions concerning Executive Order 14191 - Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families. Three more online sessions are scheduled: Session 1: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 12:00-2:00 p.m. ET Session 2: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 2:30-4:30 p.m. ET Session 3: Tuesday, […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
The Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB) and the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau’s Office of Native Affairs and Policy (ONAP) announced via Public Notice (DA 25-538) an upcoming opportunity for federally-recognized Tribal Nations and Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs) to consult with Commission staff regarding the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Section 106 process of […]
Following two well-attended consultations in March, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is holding additional consultation sessions concerning Executive Order 14191 - Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families. Three more online sessions are scheduled: Session 1: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 12:00-2:00 p.m. ET Session 2: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 2:30-4:30 p.m. ET Session 3: Tuesday, […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Date: July 16 - July 17, 2025 Time: 12:00 – 5:30pm ET each day Register Written Comments: Written comments related to the HHS reorganization are requested by July 18, 2025. Please send comments via one of the following methods: Email: TribalAffairs@hhs.gov Subject Line: Tribal Listening Session on the HHS Reorganization Postal […]
The IRS is offering office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act. Representatives from the […]
UPDATE: This month's roundtable has been canceled. Please join the next roundtable on August 20th to hear from an exciting speaker. 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 […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Date: July 16 - July 17, 2025 Time: 12:00 – 5:30pm ET each day Register Written Comments: Written comments related to the HHS reorganization are requested by July 18, 2025. Please send comments via one of the following methods: Email: TribalAffairs@hhs.gov Subject Line: Tribal Listening Session on the HHS Reorganization Postal […]
July 17, 2025, 1:00 p.m. ET - Treasury is hosting a Tribal consultation on the implementation of the Supporting America’s Children and Families Act (Act), which authorizes Tribal child support enforcement agencies (Tribal IV-D agencies) direct access to federal tax information to obtain federal tax refund offsets for collection of past-due child support. Please see […]
July 21 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The "One Big Beautiful Bill" swept through Congress with great speed toward its July 4th deadline, leaving Tribal Nations with limited consultation opportunities on the “landmark legislation.” While headlines celebrate sweeping changes, the real impact on Indian Country remains buried in hundreds of pages of […]
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents Food Sovereignty Fridays On 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 […]
The IHS Acting Director writes to Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to initiate Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer to seek your recommendations regarding the proposed realignment of the Indian Health Service. Enclosure: IHS Tribal Advisory Committees During these Tribal Consultations and Urban Confer, IHS would also like to discuss their current Tribal Advisory […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter July 28 at 3:00 pm Eastern July 30 at 3:00 pm Eastern You are invited to a government-to-government consultation with the Department of Justice regarding implementation of the Homicide Victims’ Families’ Rights Act of 2021 (HVFRA). The HVFRA provides a system for the review of case files, and for carrying out […]
July 29-31 Milwaukee, WI Register The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center is thrilled to announce the 2025 Women Are Sacred (WAS) Conference will take place July 29-31, 2025, at the Baird Convention Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. One of the nation’s most inspiring and impactful gatherings, the Women Are Sacred Conference is a cornerstone in the movement to […]
July 29 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register About: Upon completion of this webinar, you will learn about: Missing & Endangered cases in tribal communities Vulnerabilities for Tribal communities and families, and some prevention and preparation strategies for mitigating those threats and vulnerabilities Resources available to Tribal Communities for recovery and healing once […]
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has reshaped the landscape of clean energy tax credits — and the changes are already in motion. For state and local governments and Tribal entities, this means reviewing your strategy to meet tighter deadlines, and increased complexity. Join us for a live webinar designed specifically for finance and […]
July 30 at 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern Register The goal of this virtual listening session is to gather information from participants to aid SAMHSA about the development of a resource that will assist partners in implementing and sustaining projects addressing the relationship between nutrition and behavioral health. The Nutrition and Behavioral Health Project […]
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. When: July 30 at 1:30 pm […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter July 28 at 3:00 pm Eastern July 30 at 3:00 pm Eastern You are invited to a government-to-government consultation with the Department of Justice regarding implementation of the Homicide Victims’ Families’ Rights Act of 2021 (HVFRA). The HVFRA provides a system for the review of case files, and for carrying out […]
July 31 - August 1 AMERIND| Plaza Conference Room 502 Cedar Drive, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM 87004 Register Download Flyer This comprehensive two-day in-person tuition-free training provides both entry-level and seasoned Tribal Housing Professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and execute maintenance operations within their communities. Participants will gain a thorough […]
July 31 - August 1, 2025 Cal/EPA Building in Sacto, CA and Virtual Summit Website This first time CA Native American Tribal GIS Summit will focus on the uses, challenges, solutions, and recommendations for GIS technology to assist with management of Natural Resources and protection of Cultural Landscapes. Major Topic Categories will include: The state […]
July 31 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Register Join the NAFOA Institute with Moss Adams x Baker Tilly for a webinar addressing risk assessment and contingency planning for Tribal organizations. As Tribal organizations face growing uncertainties in federal funding and operations, effective risk assessment and contingency planning are critical to sustaining mission-driven work. This webinar covers […]
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. […]
August 5 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register Join Moss Adams x Baker Tilly for their Fraud & Cyber Insights for Nonprofits & Government webcast, designed specifically for professionals in foundations, governments, higher education, not-for-profit organizations, and Tribal and gaming sectors. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, staying ahead of fraud and cybersecurity threats has never been […]
The 29th Biannual CDC Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting will take place August 6–7, 2025. The meeting will be hosted by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation in Tulsa, OK. You can register to attend virtually by clicking this link: Webinar Registration - Zoom. The agenda will be posted soon on the CDC/ATSDR TAC website. The TAC […]
Due to the high demand of additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To solicit feedback on topics, please email […]
Rivercane Gathering 2025 Webinar Series RESTORING RIVERCANE, WEAVING KNOWLEDGE: A GATHERING OF PRACTICE, STORY AND STEWARDSHIP In each session, they will hold space for learning, dialogue, and the sharing of knowledge centered on our relative, rivercane. Together, you will engage with leaders and cultural practitioners who are in relationship with rivercane, and are actively engaged […]
August 7 at 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The Health Information Technology (IT) Modernization Program is hosting a Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer (TC/UC) session on Thursday, August 7 from 1:30-3:00 p.m. ET via Zoom. This session provides an opportunity for Tribes and urban Indian organizations to discover more about PATH EHR Scope and […]
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) for 15 grant programs, making nearly $1 billion available to communities across the country. These funds will enable states and Tribal Nations to strengthen their preparedness for natural disasters such as wildfires, floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, and tornadoes, as well as human-caused incidents including […]
August 11-16, 2025 North Bend Coos Bay, OR Summit website Changing Current Water summits are inter-tribal gatherings designed to bring together leadership, professionals, and youth (ages 15-24) from Northwest Tribes and Native communities to foster dialogue & collaboration around common water interests & work toward a shared agenda. Tribal & Youth Scholarships available. For individual […]
The purpose of this sub-workgroup meeting is to identify key questions and topics where additional analysis would bolster a potential mandatory funding proposal. This will be a hybrid meeting 3:15pm-5:00pm EST In-person location: Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 800, 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201 Zoom Link for Virtual Attendance: https://ihs-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/kvPS2C8HRhy9Qj34mXaE8w Meeting ID: 161 976 3353 […]
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 […]
Join us for an insightful webinar highlighting real-world experiences from two Tribal nations working to improve hazardous waste management infrastructure through creative funding strategies and federal grant programs. Featured Presentations: Rincon Band of Luiseno Indians will share how they successfully combined multiple funding sources to bring their transfer station project to life, offering practical advice […]
August 13 at 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Register You are invited to join the webinar meeting, designed to enhance communication and cooperation between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and tribal leaders, representatives, and members. Your participation is highly valued. During this meeting we will share important announcements and vital information between the […]
Register now. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Division of Tribal Affairs (DTA), in collaboration with the National Indian Health Board, will hold an All Tribes Webinar Wednesday, August 13, from 3-4 p.m. Eastern. The webinar will provide an overview of and introduction to the Medicaid tribal provisions in the One Big Beautiful […]
The finalized One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is set to bring sweeping changes to the tax landscape—including tax-exempt organizations. Join us for Decoding the OBBBA for Tax-Exempt Organizations, in which we’ll explore provisions that didn’t make it into the law, analyze new considerations for colleges and universities that face expanded endowment taxes, and break down […]
August 14 at 11:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Register The cost is $150.00 September 25 at 11:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Register The cost is $150.0 This training is geared toward Tribal and First Nations child welfare workers who want to gain insight and increase their skills on the basics of tribal child […]
This presentation highlights the partnership between Public Information Officers (PIOs) and Tribal Law Enforcement Agencies in missing child investigations. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and effective communication practices to improve response efforts and public engagement. The presentation also outlines challenges, best practices, and strategies that support child protection efforts. Upon completion of this webinar, […]
Dear Tribal Leader: The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) will host a virtual Tribal Consultation meeting on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. EST. During the meeting, ANA leadership will seek input from tribal leaders concerning economic development resources needed for tribal communities. Established through the Native American Programs Act of 1974, the mission […]
Everyone is invited to join Native Americans from across the country in a family-friendly day of traditional Native American crafts, foods, and dance competitions. The event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!
August 18-21, 2025 Minneapolis, MN Forum website
The Federal Communication Commission’s Office of Native Affairs and Policy (ONAP) is hosting a quarterly informational webinar on Monday, August 18, to present news and updates on Commission priorities that may be of interest to Tribal Nations. As part of the agenda, the quarterly meeting will cover critical updates on the FCC’s examination of its […]
August 19-21, 2025 Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Albuquerque, NM Summit Website
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is pleased to announce that starting January 15th we will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics: Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE […]
The IRS is offering office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities to take advantage of elective payment of certain credits. Representatives from the IRS will be available to answer your pre-filing registration questions. Registration for office […]
NCAI is pleased to host a webinar on the recently released discussion draft of the Draft Native Children’s Commission Implementation Act by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) in response to The Way Forward Report from the Commission on Native Children. To assist Tribal stakeholders in preparing their feedback, NCAI is working in partnership with our sister […]
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 […]
The CDC Office of Public Health Data, Surveillance, and Technology (OPHDST) is hosting a listening session on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET (2:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM MT, 12:00 PM PT, 11:00 AM AKST). The purpose of this listening session is to receive tribal input on the design of the new Tribal Implementation […]
The Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS) will host a listening session on August 21, 2025, to hear from tribal leaders and their designated representatives about federal agency approaches and processes for collaborating with tribal governments when administering federal programs. The listening session is part of a project, “Federal Agency Collaboration with State, Local, […]
The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation will hold their Schemitzun: Feast of Green Corn and Dance event from Friday, Aug. 22 through Sunday, Aug. 24. “All are welcome to join our annual family-friendly celebration as we usher in the 2025 harvest season and give thanks to the Creator for our rich heritage while honoring our ancestors, warriors, veterans, […]