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SUMMARY:Annual American Indigenous Tourism Conference
DESCRIPTION:October 27-30\nPearl River Resort in Choctaw\, MS\nConference Website \nRegistration 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 Tourism Association (AIANTA). \nAIANTA\, the only national organization dedicated to advancing cultural tourism in Native Nations and communities across the United States\, will celebrate 27 years at AITC this year as the leader in Indigenous tourism. Each year\, the AITC attracts more than 300 attendees who participate for second-to-none networking opportunities\, high-level keynote sessions and informative breakout sessions led by some of the hospitality industry’s leading experts \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/annual-american-indigenous-tourism-conference/
LOCATION:Pearl River Resort\, Highway 16 West\, Choctaw\, MS\, 39350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Infrastructure,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T235959
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
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SUMMARY:Small Business Administration Consultation
DESCRIPTION: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 a particular focus on SBA’s ongoing onshoring\,manufacturing and export initiatives in an effort to encourage small businesses goingglobal. SBA is requesting general comments and input on how these programs are working andis inviting suggestions on potential avenues for improving their efficiency or reducing anyunnecessary regulatory burden associated with the programs. \n\n\n\nDATES: The Tribal Consultation meeting date is Monday\, October 27\, 2025\, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00p.m. (EDT)\, Mashantucket\, Connecticut. The Tribal Consultation meeting pre-registrationdeadline date is October 22\, 2025.  \n\n\n\nThe Tribal Consultation meeting will be held at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum andResearch Center\, 110 Pequot Trail\, Mashantucket\, CT 06338. \n\n\n\nYou may submit written comments to SBA by sending them to Diane Cullo\, AssistantAdministrator\, Office of Native American Affairs\, U.S. Small Business Administration\,409 3rd Street\, SW.\, Washington\, DC 20416; or Diane.Cullo@sba.gov. \n\n\n\nSend pre-registration requests to attend and/or testify to Diane Cullo\, AssistantAdministrator of SBA’s Office of Native American Affairs\, U.S. Small BusinessAdministration\, 409 3rd Street\, SW.\, Washington\, DC 20416; Diane.Cullo@sba.gov; orFacsimile to (202) 481-2177. \n\n\n\nRemote participation registration is permitted with pre-registration. To attend the meetingremotely\, the public can register here:https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612981879?pwd=2VzfKaZ9kvIiQR5hMNvaBbmo5hTfMj.1.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/small-business-administration-consultation/
LOCATION:Hybrid Event\, TN
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Economic Development,Small Business Administration (SBA)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251020T150927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T150929Z
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SUMMARY:Addressing the Native Housing Crisis: Understanding NAHASDA and Charting a Path Forward
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nJoin NCAI for an essential webinar that examines the current state of Native housing\, traces the historical evolution of federal housing policy from pre-NAHASDA through today\, and charts a viable path forward through NAHASDA reauthorization. Whether you’re a tribal leader\, housing director\, program administrator\, or policy advocate\, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to advance housing solutions in your community and support critical federal reauthorization efforts.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/addressing-the-native-housing-crisis-understanding-nahasda-and-charting-a-path-forward/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Housing,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251028T212840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T212916Z
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SUMMARY:Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance:  Wise Practices\, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Session
DESCRIPTION: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 Eastern. Each session will be one hour in length. \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. \nThe one-hour Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance virtual series will provide an opportunity for participants to: \n\nGain skills on strength-based approaches in partnership with Native People to enhance Native behavioral health\,\nDiscuss ways that Native brilliance is demonstrated and supports behavioral health\, and\nLearn about Native brilliance examples to share with behavioral health and other health care staff\, as well as with local Tribal Nation citizens.\n\nThe 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. \nContinuing education credits will be provided. \nRegister in advance for the session. \nFor questions\, please contact the Reclaiming Team\, at ReclaimingTeam@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/reclaiming-native-psychological-brilliance-wise-practices-a-tribal-behavioral-health-echo-session-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250401T170410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T163200Z
UID:10003464-1761904800-1761910200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USET OERM Food Sovereignty Fridays
DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents\nFood Sovereignty Fridays \nUSET’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 our member Tribal Nations’ food sovereignty programs. \n  \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: The last Friday of the month at 10:00 am – 11:30 am Central/11:00 am – 12:30 pm Eastern \n\nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders and Tribal Agriculture/Natural Resources/Environmental Directors. This is open to all of Indian country. \n\nQuestions? For more information\, please contact Breanna Knudsen at bknudsen@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-oerm-food-sovereignty-fridays-2025-05-30/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250728T204640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T204640Z
UID:10003634-1762214400-1762473599@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Economic Futures Summit
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to the inaugural Economic Futures Summit—a first-of-its-kind\, Indigenous-led gathering to galvanize sustainability solutions and create new pathways for evolving the economy and confronting the climate and nature crises. \nWe need to create solutions for a livable climate\, resilient communities\, sustainable economies and a thriving planet. Indigenous People know many of these solutions and can be partners in innovating many more. \nBut as conservation and climate finance options rapidly evolve and billions of dollars are invested in seeking solutions\, Indigenous People are seldom engaged. \nWhy? \nMany Indigenous communities are not aware of the full range of finance opportunities that exist and how to access them. Many investors are not connected to Indigenous communities’ ideas and solutions. This means that Indigenous economic and finance ideas and leadership are not engaged in today’s solutions\, and are not systematically informing the next generation of new investment models. \nHow do we change that\, so that we can co-create the solutions our Earth critically requires? \n  \nHosted in-person on Turtle Island (North America) and open to participants from around the globe\, this 2.5-day summit will convene 400 Indigenous and non-Indigenous practitioners\, investors\, academics\, thought-leaders and policymakers in climate\, conservation and sustainability. \nThis isn’t your typical conference. We’re not just watering seeds of ideas through hours of conversation without action. We’re actively tending to\, investing in and harvesting solutions with the highest return on investment for our shared planet.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/economic-futures-summit/
CATEGORIES:Community Resilience,Economic Development,Natural Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251105T170543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T171348Z
UID:10003703-1762257600-1762261200@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-6/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251028T141806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T141808Z
UID:10003838-1762264800-1762264800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NFBC Webinar on USDA Reorganization Plan Consultations
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) held two Tribal Consultations on its reorganization plan on October 14 and 16\, 2025. Join the Native Farm Bill Coalition (NFBC) to learn about key takeaways from these consultations as well as considerations you may want to include in your written comments. Written comments must be submitted by November 15\, 2025\, to Tribal.Relations@usda.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nfbc-webinar-on-usda-reorganization-plan-consultations/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Tribal Organization Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Native Farm Bill Coalition (NFBC)":MAILTO:nfbc@indianag.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251014T175944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T175947Z
UID:10003749-1762387200-1762559999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:All Roads Lead to Chaco Canyon: Navigating Streams of the Digital Economy
DESCRIPTION:This digital trade conference will bring together experts in tribal governance\, fintech\, and AI to discuss the economic opportunities available in the digital age\, featuring sessions on data centers\, data sovereignty\, digital jurisdiction\, online gaming and sports betting\, and Indigenous culture in the information age.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/all-roads-lead-to-chaco-canyon-navigating-streams-of-the-digital-economy/
LOCATION:Foxwoods Resort Casino\, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard\, Mashantucket\, CT\, 06338\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250910T134118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T134120Z
UID:10003689-1762473600-1762646399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:American Indigenous Arts Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to share that the American Indigenous Arts Celebration event will take place November 7 & 8\, 2025. Join the Seminole Tribe of Florida and the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum as we celebrate Seminole and Indigenous art\, music\, food dance and more! This free family friendly event will be held from 10am-5pm on Friday and Saturday. Be sure explore the mile-long board walk while you are here.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/american-indigenous-arts-celebration/
LOCATION:Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum\, 34725 West Boundary Road\, Clewiston\, Florida\, 33440\, United States
CATEGORIES:USET member Tribal Nation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251112T162704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T162704Z
UID:10003743-1762783200-1762790400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Consultation on Wildfire Management Program
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader\, \n\n\n\nWith the recent signing of Secretarial Order (SO) 3443\, “Elevating and Unifying the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) Wild/and Fire Management Program\,” and Executive Order (EO) 14308\, ”Empowering Commonsense Wildfire Prevention and Response\,” the Department of the Interior is taking significant steps to streamline and strengthen its wildfire management capabilities. These initiatives aim to improve the Department’s effectiveness in wildland fire response\, while also promoting locally informed\, technology-enabled strategies for land management and wildfire mitigation. \n\n\n\nAs the Department plans for the most efficient and effective use of wildland fire offices\,coordinating bodies\, programs\, budgets\, procurement processes\, and research\, and\, as necessary\,recommends additional measures specific to servicing Tribes\, it is critical to obtain the Tribalperspectives. \n\n\n\nThe Department will conduct two (2) in-person and two (2) virtual Tribal consultation sessionsto accept oral and written comments. Please note the Tribal consultation sessions will be closedto the press and the public to protect any confidential information that may be discussed duringformal consultation sessions. \n\n\n\nNovember 10 (Virtual) 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nNovember 13 (In person) 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm MountainSouthwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute\, Albuquerque\, NM \n\n\n\nNovember 17 (Virtual) 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Mountain \n\n\n\nNovember 19 (In person) 3:15 pm – 4:45 pm PacificNCAI Convention – Seattle Convention Center\, Seattle\, WA
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-consultation-on-wildfire-management-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Interior (DOI),Natural Resources
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250418T152700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T154004Z
UID:10003488-1762819200-1762905599@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Veteran's/Indigenous Warrior's Day
DESCRIPTION:The USET/USET SPF offices are closed in honor of Veteran’s/Indigenous Warrior’s Day.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/veterans-indigenous-warriors-day-3/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250916T162619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T162623Z
UID:10003696-1762905600-1763078399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Northeast and Southeast Joint Regional Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Seminole Tribe\, the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society’s 2025 Northeast and Southeast joint Regional Conference will be held November 12-13\, 2025\, on the Big Cypress Reservation.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/northeast-and-southeast-joint-regional-conference/2025-11-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251113T134350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T134350Z
UID:10003723-1762952400-1762952400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FCC Virtual Tribal Consultations
DESCRIPTION:Greetings from the Federal Communications Commission. \n\n\n\nOnline 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 Leader Letter and Framing Paper.  \n\n\n\nRegister to join us virtually for one or both opportunities on: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 7\, 2025\, at 2:00 p.m. ET – Register Here\n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, at 2:00 p.m. ET – Register Here\n\n\n\n\nThese upcoming Tribal consultation opportunities are offered by the Office of Native Affairs and Policy of the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau and the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau for federally-recognized Tribal Nations and Native Hawaiian Organizations to substantively engage on the topic.  Alaska Native Corporations may also request consultation meetings with FCC staff. \n\n\n\nEach virtual consultation will include an overview of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FCC 25-47) adopted by the FCC on August 7\, 2025\, under WTB Docket No. 25-217. \n\n\n\nComments were due September 18\, 2025\, and Reply Comments are due October 3\, 2025. Comments and meetings are also permitted at any time after the reply comment deadline (subject to the FCC’s ex parte rules for presentations on the merits or outcome of the rulemaking). \n\n\n\nFor more information about our in-person schedule\, additional background\, and ex parte requirements\, please see Public Notice (DA 25-821) or send an email message to Native@fcc.gov. \n\n\n\nBambi Kraus\, ChiefOffice of Native Affairs and Policy
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fcc-virtual-tribal-consultations-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Communications Commission (FCC),Infrastructure,Natural Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251118T221238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T221238Z
UID:10003640-1763467200-1763485200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Consultations on the Implementation of the “Supporting America’s Children and Families Act”
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader: \nThe 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 in formal tribal consultation on the “Supporting America’s Children and Families Act\,” (Public Law 118-258)\, which reauthorized Title IV-B of the Social Security Act (Act). \nConsultation will focus on the changes to title IV-B of the Act\, listed in detail in attached documents\, and how they may impact Tribes. In summary\, the focus areas are the Indian Child Welfare Act\, title IV-B funding for child welfare agencies\, the Court Improvement Program and remote hearings\, and the Prevention Services Clearinghouse. \nWe are soliciting your input as we value your perspectives and experiences\, which are crucial as we work together to implement the Act. The consultation is intended to create meaningful opportunity for dialogue that enhances the effectiveness of child welfare services for Tribal Nations and the people they serve. \nWe look forward to hearing from you at one or more of the following sessions: \nCONSULTATION #1 – MINNESOTA\nDate: August 25\, 2025\nType: In-person and Virtual (Hybrid) Tribal Consultation\nTime: 1 – 4 PM Central Time\nIn-Person Location: Grand Casino Mille Lacs\, 777 Grand Avenue\, Onamia\, MN 56359\nRSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP\nZoom Registration for Virtual Participation: Zoom Link Registration \nCONSULTATION #2 – SOUTH DAKOTA\nDate: October 10\, 2025\nType: In-person\nTime: 1- 3 PM Mountain Time\nIn-Person Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center\, 505 N. 5th Street\, Rapid City\, SD 57701\nRSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP \nCONSULTATION #3 – ALASKA\nDate: October 14\, 2025\nType: In-person\nTime: 1:30 – 5 PM Alaska Daylight Time\nIn-Person Location: Hilton Anchorage\, 500 West Third Avenue\, Anchorage\, Alaska 99501\nRSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP \nCONSULTATION #4 – WASHINGTON\nDate: November 18\, 2025\nType: In-person and Virtual (Hybrid)\nTime: 10 AM – 3 PM Pacific Time\nIn-Person Location: University of Washington School of Social Work -3rd floor Conference Room\, 4101 15th Ave NE\, Seattle\, WA 98105\nRSVP for In-Person Participation: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP\nZoom Registration for Virtual Participation: Zoom Link Registration \nCONSULTATION #5 – WASHINGTON DC\nDate: December 2\, 2025\nType: In-person\nTime: 2 PM – 5 PM Eastern Time\nIn-Person Location: Mary E Switzer Building\n330 C Street\nWashington DC 20201\nRSVP for In-Person Participation by November 25\, 2025: Tribal Consultation In-Person RSVP\n**This is a Federal Building – Please be prepared to present valid ID to meet security requirements for building entrance. \nWritten comments may also be submitted to TribalConsultationACYF@acf.hhs.gov by January 9\, 2026. Please include the following in the subject line: Title IV-B Implementation Tribal Consultation. A consultation report will be made available within ninety (90) of the final consultation session. \nIn addition to these formal consultations\, and in response to requirements in the Act\, ACF is also issuing a Federal Register Notice to solicit additional input from the public. \nTo facilitate preparation for the consultation\, please find attached a Children’s Bureau Information \nMemo of June 18\, 2025\, Summary of Provisions\, Framing Questions\, and a Side-by-Side \nlegislative language comparison. \nIf you have questions about the consultations\, please contact Laurel Iron Cloud at ACYF\,\nLaurel.IronCloud@acf.hhs.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-consultations-on-the-implementation-of-the-supporting-americas-children-and-families-act-5/
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Health and Human Services (HHS),Social Services,Tribal Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251119T201727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T171443Z
UID:10003730-1763542800-1763553600@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-fy26-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250929T135811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T205757Z
UID:10003719-1763550000-1763550000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DHS FLETC Tribal Law Enforcement Resource Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers\, State\, Local\, & Tribal DivisionFY-26 Webinar Series: Tribal Law Enforcement Resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTopic: Missing Persons & DNA Resources\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\, 10:00 am Mountain Time \n\n\n\nTEAMS LINK  \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker: Mr. Mark Pooley\, Director  \n\n\n\nDescription: The Center for Human Identification (CHI) is an accredited law enforcement DNA lab and a CODIS participant. CHI works with law enforcement\, medicolegal\, and other criminal justice agencies as a DNA testing resource for unidentified and missing person cases. Currently\, CHI has a Bureau of Justice Assistance Program which provides free DNA testing for Family Reference Samples (FRS) and Unidentified Human Remains (UHR) for missing Indigenous person cases. To date\, 45 identifications have been made in Indian Country under this program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTopic: Resources\, Training\, and Tools to Address Substance Misuse and Human Trafficking\, National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday: November 19\, 2025\, 10:00 Mountain Time \n\n\n\nTEAMS LINK \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker: Mr. Eric Nation\, Executive Director \n\n\n\nDescription: Learn of resources available for Tribal law enforcement specific to training on the topics of early identification\, human trafficking\, and drug endangered children. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTopic: State & Rural Law Enforcement Executive Association (SRLEEA) Training and Resources\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday: December 10\, 2025\, 10:00 Mountain Time \n\n\n\nTEAMS LINK \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker: Mr. Mark Bensen\, Chief of Police- Nez Perce Tribe \n\n\n\nDescription: The SRLEEA is dedicated solely to supporting and promoting law enforcement executives and agencies that serve small\, rural & tribal communities across America. The organization provides resources and training to support departments in leadership\, jail management\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTopic: DHS Resources to Support Tribal Law Enforcement\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, January 15\, 2026\, 10:00 am Mountain Time \n\n\n\nTEAMS LINK \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker: Mr. David Flute\, Senior Advisor- Tribal Affairs Description: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is comprised of several agencies who work with state\, local\, and Tribal departments and possess several resources that may interact to support Tribal law enforcement. This webinar provides an overview of various DHS agencies and specific resources for Tribal law enforcement departments related to human trafficking\, search and rescue\, and more.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/dhs-fletc-tribal-law-enforcement-resource-webinar-series/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Justice (DOJ),Tribal Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250718T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T172428Z
UID:10003619-1763553600-1763557200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:IRS office hours: elective payment of energy credits
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration for office hours is open. Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the links below. \n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nRegister\n\n\nAugust 20\, 2025\n1-2:00 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nSeptember 17\, 2025\n1-2:00 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nOctober 15\, 2025\n1-2:00 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nNovember 19\, 2025\n1-2:00 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nDecember 17\, 2025\n1-2:00 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nJanuary 21\, 2026\n1-2:00 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\n\n Resources: \n\nVideo: How to complete Form 990-T for elective payment election\nVideo:  Pre-filing Registration Tool Overview\nPre-Filing Registration Tool — User Guide and Instructions\, Publication 5884 PDF\nClean Energy Authorization Permission Management User Guide\, Publication 5902 PDF\nElective pay and transferability frequently asked questions\n\n  \nThe tribal community can find answers to many questions on IRS.gov/tribes. If you have a question on any tribal tax matter\, please visit Contact ITG. \nFor the latest tribal news\, connect via IRS Social Media and subscribe to this and other IRS newsletters.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/irs-office-hours-elective-payment-of-energy-credits/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Energy,Infrastructure,Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250714T154857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T215445Z
UID:10003606-1763560800-1763564400@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-2/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251110T202757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T202759Z
UID:10003841-1763564400-1763564400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Building Resilience Through Food Sovereignty and Community Action
DESCRIPTION:Access to locally driven climate adaptation strategies is a fundamental part of ensuring that Tribes can safeguard the health and well-being of their citizens. Through the Climate Ready Tribes (CRT) Initiative\, Tribes across the country are building capacity to prepare for and respond to the health effects of climate change—strengthening food systems\, protecting natural resources\, and enhancing community resilience.  \n\n\n\nThis free webinar will highlight how participating Tribes are leading climate resilience efforts in their regions. Presenters will share lessons learned\, community priorities\, and innovative projects designed to protect health and promote sustainability.  \n\n\n\n This session is ideal for Tribal environmental and public health professionals\, climate adaptation coordinators\, community planners\, and others interested in Tribal-led climate action and resilience building. 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/building-resilience-through-food-sovereignty-and-community-action/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T100000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251117T140834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T140836Z
UID:10003844-1764201600-1764374399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Poarch Creek Indians Annual Thanksgiving Pow Wow
DESCRIPTION:The Poarch Creek Indians Annual Thanksgiving Pow Wow is a 2-day homecoming celebration of our rich cultural heritage with families\, friends and neighbors. Visitors enjoy unique crafts and goods for sale by local artisans and vendors\, and we have festival favorite foods such as barbeque\, oak wood fire-roasted corn\, buffalo burgers\, ham\, and fried chicken. Looking for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner? We’ll be serving turkey and dressing dishes\, too!
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/poarch-creek-indians-annual-thanksgiving-pow-wow/
LOCATION:Poarch Creek Indians Pow Wow Grounds\, 6477 Jack Springs Road\, Atmore\, 36502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pow Wows,USET member Tribal Nation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250418T152747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T153345Z
UID:10003489-1764230400-1764262800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Day of Thanks
DESCRIPTION:The USET/USET SPF Offices are closed in honor of the Day of Thanks.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/day-of-thanks-2/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20250418T152847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T153737Z
UID:10003490-1764288000-1764374399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:American Indian Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:The USET/USET SPF offices are closed in honor of American Indian Heritage Day.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/american-indian-heritage-day-2/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251113T144928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T144930Z
UID:10003843-1764720000-1764892799@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Indian Health Service Tribal Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Indian Health Service Tribal Summit\, originally scheduled for November and later postponed to December 3-4\, 2025\, has been further rescheduled to Spring 2026. \n\n\n\nWe appreciate your understanding and continued interest in this important event.  Updated details\, including the specific dates\, will be shared as they become available. \n\n\n\nPlease email the IHS Tribal Affairs team at TribalAffairs@ihs.gov with any questions.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/indian-health-service-tribal-summit/
CATEGORIES:Health,Indian Health Service (IHS)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T143000
DTSTAMP:20260825T023250
CREATED:20251103T142242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T165115Z
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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
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