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.
Save the Date September 15-18, 2025 Sequim, Washington Join the Second Annual Indigenous Aquaculture Summit, proudly presented by the Kurt Grinnell Aquaculture Scholarship Foundation and the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe. Following the tremendous success of last year's inaugural gathering, they are excited to return to the beautiful shores of Sequim, on the Olympic Peninsula, to continue the […]
Treasury is hosting an expedited Tribal consultation on implementation of Section 70403, Recognizing Indian Tribal Governments for Purposes of Determining Whether a Child Has Special needs for Purposes of the Adoption Credit, in Public Law 119-21, 139 Stat. 72 (July 4, 2025), commonly known as the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA). Please see the […]
September 16-17, 2025 Gun Lake Casino Resort 1123 129th Avenue, Wayland, MI 49348 Summit website The fourth annual Great Lakes Tribal Economic Summit presented by Tribal Business News will be held at the newly expanded Gun Lake Casino in Wayland, Michigan. DAY 1: Tuesday, September 17, 8:00 am-6:00 pm Registration 8:00 am Continental breakfast and lunch 9:00 am-3:00 pm Evening […]
Both NICWA trainings are being held on September 16-19 in Portland, Oregon. Visit the training website to register for one of the classes. Understanding the Indian Child Welfare Act - $550.00 This three-day training provides participants with information about the basic legal requirements of the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 (ICWA) and the practice […]
September 16-18, 2025 Kansas City, MO Conference website National Center for State Courts' (NCSC) Court Technology Conference (CTC) is the largest court technology conference in the world. Known for thought-provoking keynote speakers, CTC puts a focus on both court technology and policy, and technology leadership and governance issues. Attendees must plan ahead and choose carefully: […]
Dear Tribal Leader/Representative, On behalf of Secretary Kristi Noem and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Co-Chairs of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Review Council, we are honored to invite you to participate in a series of virtual listening sessions. These sessions aim to gather valuable insights and perspectives from tribal leaders and representatives to […]
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 […]
On September 17, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. Eastern, SCIA will hold an oversight hearing entitled "Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act: Successes and Opportunities at the Department of the Interior and the Indian Health Service." This hearing will be held both online and in person at Dirksen 628.
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 […]
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 USDA Tribal Advisory Committee will be convening to deliberate on advice and guidance for the Secretary on matters relating to Tribal and Indian affairs. The committee is authorized to meet under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the 2018 Farm Bill) and operates in compliance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Members of the […]
The following BIA National Policy Memorandum (NPM) has been signed and issued as of September 3, 2025, and published online to the IA Policy and Directives website: https://www.bia.gov/policy-forms/memoranda/npm. NPM-TRUS-48: Streamlining the Rights-of-Way Application Processes for Broadband Infrastructure Projects Across Indian Trust and Restricted Land – This comprehensive policy framework based on BIA's regulations for the efficient […]
Sept. 20 – 27, on the CDP campus in Anniston, AL Class Info The Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) will host the Tribal Nations Training Week during the week of Sept. 20 – 27, on the CDP campus in Anniston, AL. CDP training is completely funded for state, local, tribal and territorial emergency responders to […]
September 21-25, 2025 Gila River Casino & Resort Chandler, AZ Conference website The National Transportation in Indian Country Conference is hosted by The Center for Tribal Transportation and is planned and organized by a Planning Committee comprised of Tribal transportation professionals from Tribes and Tribal organizations across the U.S.
September 22-23, 2025 Hilton Portland Downtown Portland, OR Conference website The conference brings Tribal, state, federal, and industry partners in one collaborative and educational forum to discuss critical economic issues facing Indian Country. Register today to take advantage of great networking and informative educational sessions.
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 […]
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 […]
Unfortunately, children are victims of physical and/or sexual abuse. If the crime occurred in Indian Country, a National Park, on a military base or other area where there is federal jurisdiction, these young victims may be called to testify in federal court as victims and witnesses in a criminal case. The process can be intimidating […]
Dear Tribal Leader, On September 23, 2025, from 2:30–5:30 p.m. ET, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) will conduct consultation on the Department’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request to the President. The purpose of this consultation will be to receive meaningful input from American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities to ensure that Tribal […]
Dear Tribal Leader, On September 24, 2025, from 2:30–5:30 p.m. ET, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) will conduct a consultation on Presidential Executive Order(s) related to public education since January 20, 2025. The purpose of this consultation will be to receive meaningful input from American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities to ensure […]
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 […]
Register here: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/Dl-8XJjzQq6pkoRwHmlcOw The Intertribal Timber Council (ITC), in partnership with the USDA Forest Service is hosting a virtual Listening Session to hear from Tribes and US Tribal timber industry regarding Tribal priorities, concerns and questions relating to future partnership opportunities with Forest Service. Tribes have managed timber lands and stewarded lands since time immemorial, […]
Dear Tribal Leaders, The Economic Development Administration (EDA) will host a Tribal Consultation on September 25, 2025. In hosting this Tribal Consultation, EDA aims to advance federal trust responsibilities and treaty obligations to Tribal Nations, as well its responsibilities pursuant to EDA’s reauthorization in the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 20241 and […]
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents Food Sovereignty Fridays USET’s Food Sovereignty Program is cancelling the remaining Food Sovereignty Friday webinars for 2025 (September, October, and November) and will reimagine the series in 2026. We appreciate all who joined the webinars in 2025, and we look forward to new and ongoing efforts with […]
August 6, 2025 – Charles City, VA – The Chickahominy Indian Tribe will join Native American friends and visitors from all over the country when they gather on the Chickahominy Tribal Grounds at 8200 Lott Cary Road, Providence Forge, Virginia 23140; September 27 & 28, 2025 for their 73rd Fall Festival and Pow-Wow. On this historic occasion, visitors […]
Native American Code Officials (NACO) invites you to join us for Promoting Tribal Sovereignty through Tribal Building Codes, a powerful gathering focused on advancing tribal self-determination and community safety through the development and implementation of culturally aligned building codes.
National Indian Country Training Initiative Online Training AnnouncementTitle: Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse in Indian Country Date: September 30, 2025, 2:00-3:30 pm ETRegister Here: https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/rc7d70082ba23ad8526c1b3bb1a0b7f4d Federal laws designate groups of professionals that are required to report cases of suspected child abuse and neglect occurring in Indian Country. Reporting obligations, standards for making a report, consequences for […]
Dear relatives, We invite you to join us on September 30, 2025, in Washington, DC, for the National Day of Remembrance for U.S. Indian Boarding School Survivors. Together, we will honor our relatives and the children who never returned home. We kindly ask that you RSVP to let us know you’ll be attending. Light Reception […]
October 2-4, 2025 Chandler, AZ Conference website The CIIC National Conference is the only indigenous construction industry national conference and trade show hosted by a higher education institution in the United States. Together, we, Architects, Engineers, Planners, Lawyers, Contractors, and Tribal Government Officials, provide the latest in industry trends, policies and best practices. Our specialized […]
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development is excited to personally invite you to an inspiring day of learning and growth at our free business training event, the Native Edge Institute. We will be in Bar Harbor, ME on October 2nd for this incredible event. This one-day training is designed to help you: Through the […]
In recognition of the bold and visionary leadership of our founding member Tribal Nations and leaders who set forth the mission of USET back in 1969, we celebrate “USET Founders Day” on October 5 every year. USET/USET SPF offices are closed. Learn more about USET Founders Day.
In recognition of the bold and visionary leadership of our founding member Tribal Nations and leaders who set forth the mission of USET back in 1969, we celebrate “USET Founders Day” on October 5 every year. USET/USET SPF offices are closed. Learn more about USET Founders Day.
This is a Tribal Caucus intended to convene Tribal leaders, Tribal or Tribal Organization Professionals, and Tribal health policy experts to prepare for the upcoming CMS All Tribes Webinar on the Rural Health Transformation Program (10/8 at 1:00 p.m. ET). This meeting is closed to the press and all federal and state governmental partners.
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 […]
Greetings from the Federal Communications Commission. Online registration is now available for the Commission’s two virtual, national Tribal Consultation opportunities on a comprehensive review of the FCC’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) rules. The multi-month tribal consultation effort was announced on September 5, 2025, in Public Notice (DA 25-821) and shared in a Dear Tribal […]
This webinar presentation, led by the ATF’s National Firearms Trafficking Center, will cover foundational knowledge and skills to effectively leverage social media platforms in support of criminal investigations, intelligence gathering, and threat assessments. The webinar will discuss how social media data can supplement traditional investigative and analytical techniques, as well as what can and what […]
On October 8–9, 2025, leaders from across Indian Country, the Federal Reserve System, and beyond will gather to mark the Center for Indian Country Development’s (CICD’s) tenth anniversary and first decade of economic research and data work. This special two-day event will feature thought leader reflections on what we’ve learned from the past decade of economic […]
October 8-11 Spokane Convention Center | Spokane, WA Convention Website Join this fall in Spokane, WA for the 56th Annual NIEA Convention & Trade Show—the premier national gathering dedicated to advancing Native education and celebrating the knowledge, leadership, and shared strength that sustains our communities. Each year, thousands of educators, students, families, Tribal leaders, elders, […]
Please register for the webinar here: https://kauffmaninc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hZoUVRAeTaS5Lsm2Jsny0w The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Division of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with the Centers for Medicaid & CHIP Services, will hold an All Tribes Webinar on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time. On September 15, 2025, CMS announced details on how states […]
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 […]
Dear Tribal Leader: The Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) and the Children’s Bureau (CB) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) recognize the central role that Tribal Nations play in the care and protection of children and families. To advance our collaborative efforts to that end, we extend an invitation to participate […]
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Native American Day! Learn more about this special day. USET/USET SPF offices are closed today.
Dear ITCA Colleagues, We are delighted to invite you to join us on Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Monday, October 13, 2025, for the next public dialogue hosted by the Indigenous Tourism Collaborative of the Americas (ITCA). This year marks the second installment in our series of dialogues that began with last year’s event, “Indigenous Driven Tourism: Putting Colonization […]
Join us for the 13th Annual National Native Harm Reduction Summit October 14–16, 2025, hosted at White Earth Nation at the Shooting Star Casino & Event Center in Mahnomen, Minnesota. The National Native Harm Reduction Summit brings together Native and allied harm reduction practitioners, Tribal leaders, researchers, and advocates from across Turtle Island. This annual […]
This webinar presentation will provide an overview of the FBI CAST (Cellular Analysis Survey Team) program. An FBI Special Agent will cover how cellular phones interact with cell towers and all three major cellular phone service providers. The presenter will also address the process for requesting CAST assistance in an emergency case concerning a missing […]
Dear Tribal Leader, On behalf of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), you are cordially invited to participate in a Tribal Consultation series on the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Plan. Agriculture Secretary Rollins published Secretarial Memorandum (SM) 1078-015 on the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Plan, dated July 24, 2025. This plan announced bold steps necessary […]
Dear Tribal Leader: The Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) and the Children’s Bureau (CB) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) recognize the central role that Tribal Nations play in the care and protection of children and families. To advance our collaborative efforts to that end, we extend an invitation to participate […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dear Tribal Leader, On behalf of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), you are cordially invited to participate in a Tribal Consultation series on the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Plan. Agriculture Secretary Rollins published Secretarial Memorandum (SM) 1078-015 on the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Plan, dated July 24, 2025. This plan announced bold steps necessary […]
Dear Tribal Leader/Representative, On behalf of Secretary Kristi Noem and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Co-Chairs of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Review Council, we are honored to invite you to participate in the next of a series of virtual listening sessions. These sessions aim to gather valuable insights and perspectives from tribal leaders and […]
We at the National Intertribal Tax Alliance (NITA) would like to invite you to this year's Annual Tribal Tax Conference at the Foxwoods Resort and Casino in Mashantucket, CT. This year's conference will start on Monday, October 20th and will run through Wednesday, October 22, 2025. A registration form and draft agenda are provided for […]
October 20 - 23, 2025 Register Cost is $625.00 Positive Indian Parenting reconnects Native families with traditional child-rearing practices, blending timeless cultural teachings with modern parenting challenges to nurture strong families, preserve traditions, and empower future generations. This three-day train-the-trainer model for Positive Indian Parenting, the culturally responsive curriculum, draws on the strengths of historic […]
You are invited to join the first webinar in a new series designed to encourage more Tribal Nations and Native-led organizations to access the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). This session will offer an overview of the LWCF, including key terminology, common barriers Tribal Nations face in accessing these funds, and first-hand insights from a Tribal […]
On behalf of Secretary Brooke Rollins, you are cordially invited by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to participate in a Tribal consultation to receive information and provide feedback on one policy and three proposed rules for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), administered at the Federal level by the USDA’s Food and Nutrition […]
Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, State, Local, & Tribal DivisionFY-26 Webinar Series: Tribal Law Enforcement Resources Topic: Missing Persons & DNA Resources Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 10:00 am Mountain Time TEAMS LINK Featured Speaker: Mr. Mark Pooley, Director Description: The Center for Human Identification (CHI) is an accredited law enforcement DNA lab and a […]
Join this important briefing on the Trump Administration’s proposed repeal of the U.S. Forest Service’s 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule and its potential impacts on Tribal lands across the country. This session is designed to help Tribal Nations understand what’s at stake, how to respond, and how to use the Roadless Rule Tribal Hub to […]
Empowering Tribal Nations: Asserting Tribal Sovereignty in a New Era Join us for this year’s newly formatted Federal Indian Law: Virtual Fall Forum, which will take place fully online on Friday, October 24, offering attendees a convenient and accessible way to engage with leading voices on key issues in federal Indian law. This conference will provide a comprehensive […]
October 27-30 Pearl River Resort in Choctaw, MS Conference Website Registration is now open for the 27th Annual American Indigenous Tourism Conference (AITC), which will be held on the Tribal homelands of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, October 27-30, 2025, at Pearl River Resort in Choctaw, Mississippi and organized by the American Indian Alaska Native […]
2025 USET Annual Board of Directors Meeting and USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting October 27-30, 2025 Hosted by the USET member Mid-Atlantic Tribal Nations REMINDER: 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 […]
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announces that it is holding atribal consultation meeting in Mashantucket, Connecticut requesting comments and input on allissues or concerns relating to any of SBA’s programs. Specifically, SBA seeks comments onhow SBA best can provide access for tribally owned small businesses to initiatives under itsOffice of Manufacturing and Trade, with […]
Indian Country faces an unprecedented housing crisis. With severe overcrowding, widespread homelessness, chronic affordability challenges, and substandard living conditions affecting tribal communities nationwide, the need for sustainable housing solutions has never been more urgent. This crisis doesn't just impact shelter—it reverberates through every aspect of community wellbeing, from public health and safety to economic development. […]
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 USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents Food Sovereignty Fridays USET’s Food Sovereignty Program is cancelling the remaining Food Sovereignty Friday webinars for 2025 (September, October, and November) and will reimagine the series in 2026. We appreciate all who joined the webinars in 2025, and we look forward to new and ongoing efforts with […]