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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241202T172132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T172205Z
UID:10003363-1735689600-1735775999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:We wish everyone a very happy New Year. The USET/USET SPF offices are closed today.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/new-years-day/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T165118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165118Z
UID:10003388-1736164800-1736164800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is hosting a webinar for potential applicants to the Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (TPEP). The webinar will give an overview of TPEP\, the newest resource guide for the timber and wood industries\, and will have program experts from RD and the USDA Forest Service on hand to answer your questions. Details regarding the upcoming webinar are as follows— \n\nDate: January 6\, 2025 at 1:00pm ET\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/usda-timber-production-expansion-guaranteed-loan-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Natural Resources,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20240516T210041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T173540Z
UID:10003148-1736251200-1736253000@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 with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation\, prevention\, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle.  The goal of this Task Force is to build relationships between Tribal Nations in the USET region and the USET Epidemiology team! Join the contact list today to start receiving updates. \nDate:  The first Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm  – 12:30 pm Central / 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern\n \nJanuary’s Task Force will feature presenters are from the University of Miami: \n\nElyzabeth Estrada\, CHEP; Assistant Director of Disaster Management; University of Miami\nVincent Torres\, CHEP; Director Emergency Management; University of Miami\n\n\nWho Should Attend?   \n\n Tribal Leaders and Tribal Council Members\n Health Directors\, Physicians\, Medical Staff\, Behavioral Health Professionals\, Public Health Nurses\n Emergency Response/ Coordination Personnel\, Homeland Security Personnel\n Emergency Services Personnel\, First Responders\, Public Safety Personnel\n Epidemiologists\, Data Specialists\n Risk Management Personnel\, Community Planners\n Environmental Health Staff\, Public Works Personnel\n Anyone interested in Public Health Preparedness and Resilience\n\nRegistration: Register today for the zoom meeting. \nQuestions: For questions\, please contact Anna Garrett\, USET Senior Epidemiologist at agarrett@usetinc.org or Samantha Rieche\, USET Program Coordinator at srieche@usetinc.org.   \n  \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-public-health-preparedness-and-resilience-task-force-meeting-i-2024-07-02-2024-08-06-2024-11-05-2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T163945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T164212Z
UID:10003375-1736344800-1736344800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Treasury Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Quarterly Reporting Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:The Department of the Treasury is hosting weekly Office Hours for Tribal Nations and Tribal Nation Housing Authorities that need assistance with the HAF quarterly report or would like to talk through program implementation. This series is restricted only to Tribal staff of Tribes Nations participating in the HAF.  Details regarding the upcoming Office Hours are as follows— \n\nDates: January 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, February 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 at 3:00 pm ET\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/treasury-homeowner-assistance-fund-haf-quarterly-reporting-office-hours/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Partners,Housing,Infrastructure,Topics,Treasury Department
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T164121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T164136Z
UID:10003383-1736424000-1736427600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Discussion on Disaster Response and Recovery Activities
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development invites you to attend and engage in a conversation focused on disaster response and recovery activities. They want to hear from you\, what types of activities can help our rural communities recover from disasters. Details for this upcoming webinar are as follows— \n\nDate: January 9\, 2025 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm ET\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/usda-discussion-on-disaster-response-and-recovery-activities/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T154030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T154030Z
UID:10003374-1736451000-1736451000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:North County Climate Change Alliance State of the Earth's Environment 2025 Presentation
DESCRIPTION:January 9 at 7:30 pm Central\nRegister \nPlease join them for a presentation about the state of the earth’s environment by NCCCA president Joe Houde.  \nThis will be the first of a three-part series. In this first discussion we will explore recent global\, nature-based\, and alien “Planetary Boundaries” (PBs)\, with the focus on the relationship between these. Joe will also take us on a tour of global heating\, ocean systems\, and the ozone hole.  \n There will be time allotted for Q&A. 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/north-county-climate-change-alliance-state-of-the-earths-environment-2025-presentation/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241213T163233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T163233Z
UID:10001931-1736755200-1736784000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Virtual Workshop: Boots to Business Reboot for Veteran Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
DESCRIPTION:January 13 at 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Central\nReserve a spot \nThe Veterans Business Outreach Center of New England\, in partnership with the USDA\, invite veterans\, service members\, and military spouses to Boots to Business Reboot for Veteran Beginning Farmers and Ranchers. This full day virtual workshop\, will aid those interested in exploring agriculture-based business ownership by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and resources\, from experts across the industry\, to access start-up capital\, technical assistance\, and more. \nTopics will include: What is Entrepreneurship? Hobby vs. Business Opportunity; Understanding Market Research – Who is your customer? Financing Your Venture – Short term and Long Range; Legal Considerations; The Economics of Agriculture; Business Planning – From idea to roadmap; and SBA/USDA Resources for You
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/veterans-virtual-workshop-boots-to-business-reboot-for-veteran-beginning-farmers-and-ranchers/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Natural Resources,Topics,Veterans,Veterans Affairs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T164744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T164744Z
UID:10003386-1736812800-1737071999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Northwest Indian Housing Association Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Northwest Tribal Nation housing professionals convene for discussion\, informative presentations and trainings from Northwest Tribal housing staff\, advocates\, and other organizations. \n\nDates: January 14 to 16\, 2025\nLocation: Centralia\, WA\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/northwest-indian-housing-association-winter-conference/
CATEGORIES:Housing,Infrastructure,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250108T203652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T203652Z
UID:10001939-1736856000-1736859600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Forest Service Listening Session on Integrating Indigenous Knowledge into the Updated Silvics of North America Project (USNAP)
DESCRIPTION:January 14\, 21 and 28  at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern\nMicrosoft Teams Join Link \n\nJoin the conversation to integrate Indigenous Knowledge into the Updated Silvics of North America Project (USNAP)\nBuild connections and explore pathways for ongoing dialogue\nProvide clarity\nCollect insights\n\nContact Renai Nez with any questions at Renai.Nez@usda.gov. \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/usda-forest-service-listening-session-on-integrating-indigenous-knowledge-into-the-updated-silvics-of-north-america-project-usnap/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Listening Session,Natural Resources,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T164321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T164321Z
UID:10003384-1736863200-1736863200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOT Rural and Tribal Assistance Grant Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) Build America Bureau is hosting a webinar for potential applicants to the Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program (RTA). The webinar will cover the application process and what activities can be funded through the program. Details regarding the upcoming webinar are as follows— \n\nDate: January 14\, 2025 at 3:00pm ET\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/dot-rural-and-tribal-assistance-grant-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Transportation (DOT),Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Topics,Transportation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241122T170404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T173549Z
UID:10003356-1736928000-1736946000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Update: This training has been canceled. Be on the lookout for more training in May 2025. \n\nThe United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Office of Tribal Public Health’s Behavioral Health team is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid Training in January 2025. Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed for adults working with you. The training will consist of roughly 2 hours of self-paced pre-work and one 5-hour virtual training day. \nMental Health First Aid\, as defined by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, is a course that teaches you how to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Learn more about the training. \n\nWhen:  \nJanuary 15 at 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Central/9:00 am – 2:00 pm Eastern \n  \n\nWho Should Attend: \nAnyone who works for and/or is a Tribal Nation citizen of a USET member Tribal Nation who would like to learn new skills and/or expand on current skills related to mental health and ultimately help those in their communities. \n\nYou Will Learn How To: \n\nIdentify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders\nReach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis\n\n\nRegister: \nRegistration is closed. \nA Certification of Completion will be given to those who complete the course. \n\nQuestions: \nPlease contact Amanda Watts\, Evaluation Specialist\, at awatts@usetinc.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-training/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250114T132135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T160011Z
UID:10001948-1736942400-1736947800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:IRS Office Hours on Pre-Filing Registration Process for Elective Payment and Transfer of Clean Energy and CHIPS Credits
DESCRIPTION: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 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\nJanuary 15\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nJanuary 29\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nFebruary 12\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nFebruary 26\, 2024\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nMarch 12\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nMarch 26\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nApril 9\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nApril 23\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nMay 7\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nMay 21\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nJune 4\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nJune 18\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nJuly 2\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister\n\n\nJuly 16\, 2025\n1-2:30 p.m. Eastern time\nRegister
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/irs-offers-office-hours-for-help-with-the-pre-filing-registration-process-for-elective-payment-and-transfer-of-clean-energy-and-chips-credits/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Internal Revenue Service (IRS),Taxation,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250108T181808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T153223Z
UID:10003390-1736946000-1736956800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Clinical Operations Technical Assistance Office Hours with James Spillane
DESCRIPTION: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: GPRA\, EHR\, RPMS\, iCARE\, workflow management\, and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model/accreditation. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. \nWhen: The third Wednesday of the month at 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern \nWho should attend: USET member Tribal Nations Health Directors and Clinical Staff \nLearning Objectives: These office hours are a great opportunity to discuss any questions\, requests\, or concerns you or your clinical staff may have regarding: \n\nGPRA\nEHR\nRPMS\niCARE\nWorkflow Management\nPatient-Centered Medical Home Model/Accreditation.\n\nRegistration: Registration is not required. \nJoin via Zoom: Zoom link \nQuestions: Please contact Hailey Wade\, USET Public Health Planning & Infrastructure Program Manager\, at hwade@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-otph-data-improvement-virtual-hours-with-james-spillance/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241118T161124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T153227Z
UID:10001904-1736949600-1736955000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Census Bureau Virtual Tribal Consultations on American Community Survey
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Census Bureau Virtual Tribal Consultations on American Community Survey \nThe U.S. Census Bureau (Census Bureau) will conduct two virtual Tribal consultations on the proposed race/ethnicity code list for the 2030 American Community Survey: https://www2.census.gov/​programs-surveys/​demo/​2030-race-and-or-ethnicity-code-list/​. \n The Census Bureau is seeking feedback from Tribal governments on the following questions: \n\nAre there any groups missing from the proposed code list? If so\, please identify them and suggest how the groups should be classified and why.\nAre any groups on the proposed code list misclassified? If so\, please identify them and suggest an alternative classification or indicate if the term should be removed.\nAre there alternative terms\, abbreviations\, or in-language terms people may use to identify with a specific group that should be added to the proposed code list? If so\, please identify them and suggest a classification.\n\nTribal Nations will have until February 5\, 2025\, to review the proposed updates to the code list and provide input. Comments can be sent to Dee.A.Alexander@census.gov or OCIA.TAO@census.gov. \nThe two virtual Tribal consultations are scheduled for the following dates and times: \nWednesday\, December 11\, 2024\, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. ET \n\nRegister link: https://uscensus.webex.com/​weblink/​register/​r489540f73a388fe3c4c9f6b9bbd3f648.\n\nWednesday\, January 15\, 2025\, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. ET. \n\nRegister link: https://uscensus.webex.com/​weblink/​register/​ree1ade98a8ed634b2754ef6209796141.\n\n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/u-s-census-bureau-virtual-tribal-consultations-on-american-community-survey-2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Policy and Legislative Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250114T135338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T135338Z
UID:10001962-1737028800-1737028800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NEW Treasury Clean Electricity Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program Overview Tribal Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Department of the Treasury (Treasury) is hosting a webinar to discuss final regulations on the Clean Electricity Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Amount Program\, with a focus on aspects that impact Tribal Nations. Details regarding the upcoming webinar are as follows— \n\nDate: January 16\, 2025 at 1:00pm ET\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/new-treasury-clean-electricity-low-income-communities-bonus-credit-program-overview-tribal-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Topics,Treasury Department
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T164633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T164633Z
UID:10003385-1737036000-1737039600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Coastal Habitat Restoration and Resilience Grants for Tribes and Underserved Communities Webinars
DESCRIPTION:The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is hosting webinars for potential applicants to the Coastal Habitat Restoration and Resilience Grants for Tribes and Underserved Communities opportunity that is now open under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Details regarding the upcoming webinars are as follows— \n\nGeneral Applicant Webinars:\n\nJanuary 16\, 2025 from 3:00 to 4:00pm ET\n\nRegister Here\n\n\nApril 10\, 2025 from 4:00 to 5:00pm ET\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nTribal Focused Webinar:\n\nFebruary 24\, 2025 from 3:00 to 4:00pm ET\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/coastal-habitat-restoration-and-resilience-grants-for-tribes-and-underserved-communities-webinars/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Partners,Infrastructure,National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),Natural Resources,Topics
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250121
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T144545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T173648Z
UID:10003372-1737331200-1737417599@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:The USET/USET SPF offices will be closed today in observance of Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day. Learn more about Martin Luther King\, Jr.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day-4/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250106T164908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T164908Z
UID:10003387-1737331200-1737676799@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Indian Agricultural Association (SWIAA) Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:SWIAA Annual Conference includes educational presentations and qualified speakers on a wide range of topics relevant to Tribal agricultural producers throughout the Southwest. The Conference will give an opportunity for Tribal farmers\, ranchers\, producers\, and business owners to gather and learn the latest developments in range management\, agriculture production\, and more. It is also an important networking event for people to connect\, exchange information and resources\, and build community. \n\nDates: January 20 to 23\, 2025\nLocation: Laughlin\, NV\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/southwest-indian-agricultural-association-swiaa-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Infrastructure,Natural Resources,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250116T192053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T192053Z
UID:10003396-1737468000-1737468000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Webinar Series: Scientific Approach to One Health - USGS's Mission and Role
DESCRIPTION:January 21 at 3:00 pm Eastern\nScientific Approach to One Health: USGS’s Mission and Role \nRegistration link \nJoin an informative presentation that explores the vital scientific role and Mission of the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Discover how our expertise and scientific investments in One Health activities benefit the Nation by helping to optimize the health of humans\, animals\, and ecosystems.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-webinar-series-scientific-approach-to-one-health-usgss-mission-and-role/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Health,Topics
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250124T134802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T134802Z
UID:10001970-1737468000-1737468000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NEW NTIA Digital Equity Native Entity Capacity Application Guidance Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is hosting Office Hours for Native entities applying for the Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program. NTIA staff and subject matter experts will answer questions from prospective applicants\, with the intent to prepare them to write high-quality applications. Details regarding the upcoming Office Hours are as follows— \n\nJanuary 21\, 2025 at 3:00pm ET\n\nRegister Here\n\n\nJanuary 30\, 2025 at 4:00pm ET\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/new-ntia-digital-equity-native-entity-capacity-application-guidance-office-hours/2025-01-21/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Infrastructure,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250116T192755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T192755Z
UID:10003399-1737547200-1737547200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Webinar Series: DOI’s Role in Advancing One Health: Mission\, Management\, and Authorities
DESCRIPTION:January 22 at 1:00 pm Eastern\nDOI’s Role in Advancing One Health: Mission\, Management\, and Authorities \nRegistration link \nJoin us for a panel on the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) role in advancing the One Health initiative. This session will cover the DOI’s mission\, vision\, and authorities\, along with a brief introduction to its Bureaus and Offices (E.g. U.S. National Park Service\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services). We will discuss how the DOI supports the National One Health Framework. Additionally\, we will explore invasive species management\, highlighting how the National Invasive Species Council’s efforts align with the principles of One Health by addressing the impacts of invasive species on ecosystems\, human health\, and wildlife.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-webinar-series-dois-role-in-advancing-one-health-mission-management-and-authorities/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Health,Natural Resources,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241218T192118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T200953Z
UID:10003371-1737630000-1737633600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USET OTPH Webinar: Operationalizing Health Equity
DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) is excited to announce our first Chronic Disease ECHO Series\, available to all USET member Tribal Nations. Each series will feature speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds who will echo the importance of establishing\, strengthening\, and broadening the reach and impact of effective health promotion and disease prevention programs tailored to Tribal communities. We invite you to join us in this micro-learning series with Tribal Nation staff and community members. \nWhen: January 23\, 2025\, from 11:00 am-12:00 pm Central/12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Eastern \n Speaker: Ms. Niki Lucht\, Epidemiologist\, Wood County Health Department \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn strategies & tools for operationalizing health equity.\nLearn examples of health equity work in a local health department setting\nUse a tool to include equity in goals.\n\nWho Should Attend: Suggested participants include\, but are not limited to: \n\nHealth clinic staff\nEducators and school personnel\nYouth program staff\nTraditional healers\nCultural leaders\n\nRegister: Register today. \nPlease do not hesitate to contact Jacqueline Carter\, USET Chronic Disease Program Manager\, with any questions or concerns at jcarter@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-otph-webinar-operationalizing-health-equity/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241016T194544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T142726Z
UID:10003321-1737637200-1737640800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USET OERM Webinar Series | Reducing Lead in Tribal Communities
DESCRIPTION:The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents\nthe Reducing Lead in Tribal Communities Webinar Series \nOn October 8th\, the Biden-Harris Administration issued its final rules of the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The LCRI has committed federal funding to make sure that all communities have safe\, clean drinking water. USET’s Office of Environmental Resource Management (OERM) Lead Reduction Team has invited subject matter experts (SMEs) to share challenges\, accomplishments\, and the processes they are using to help them address potential lead contamination and reduce any risks by using the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 3Ts for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water in Schools and Child Care Facilities guidance. \nLead is a naturally occurring heavy metal that is globally recognized as a substance that has serious health consequences if consumed\, especially for children. The adverse health effects range from lowered birth weight and slowed physical and mental development in infants\, to lowered IQ levels\, impaired hearing\, reduced attention span\, and poor classroom performance in young children. Clean and safe water is essential and paramount to building a sustainable economy\, successful educational and public health systems\, and most importantly\, a healthy and productive environment for children. Please join us for these informative conversations. \n\nWhen: \n\nJanuary 23 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nSME: Ginny De La Cruz\, Program Manager\, Arizona Department of Health Services\nTopic: Training – “Applying the 3TS approach in Arizona: A focus on Training”\nFebruary 13 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nSME: Holly Thompson Duffy\, Environmental Health Science Manager\, Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board\nTopic: Testing – “Utilizing the EPA 3Ts to Test Drinking Water for Lead at Schools and Childcares”\nMarch 19 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central /2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nSME: Rosalind Ground\, Environmental Health Director\, Seneca Nation\nTopic: Taking Action – “Paths to Lead Safety: Community Champions Protecting Our Future”\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders\, Health Directors\, clinic staff\, Tribal Utility Staff\, Environmental Directors and staff\, Education Administrators\, and anyone in the Tribal community would like to learn about the EPA’s 3Ts for Reducing Lead in Schools and Child Care Facilities. \n\nWhat: \n\nLearn about each module of the EPA’s 3Ts from subject matter experts from across the country;\nHear about the challenges our SMEs overcame while building out a lead reduction program;\nSee how federal funding can be used to test drinking water for lead in schools and childcare facilities;\nGain valuable knowledge of the EPA’s 3Ts program and how it can provide long term health benefits to Tribal communities.\n\n\nRegistration: \nRegister today. \n\nKey Speakers Information: \nGinny De La Cruz is an experienced public health professional with seven years of service at the Arizona Department of Health Services. Her work has spanned various areas\, including skin cancer prevention\, foodborne illness investigations\, and currently\, lead poisoning prevention. Ginny is the Program Manager for both the Arizona Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program\, and the Lead Testing in Drinking Water Program for Arizona Schools and Child Care Facilities. \nHolly Thompson Duffy is an Environmental Health Science Manager with the Portland Area Indian Health Board where she manages projects focused on reducing environmental health risks in the 43 member Tribal Nations it serves. In addition to providing core environmental health services\, Holly manages the “Voluntary School and Childcare Lead Testing and Reduction Grant” which serves the 43 federally recognized tribes in WA\, ID and OR. Prior to this she served for nine years as an Environmental Protection Specialist with the Portland Area Indian Health Service\, managing an interagency agreement with the EPA to reduce the health risks of pests and pesticides by educating and empowering communities to use Integrated Pest Management (IPM). While there she also served as the technical lead on a project to collect valuable data on children’s exposures to lead\, allergens\, pesticides\, and PCBs in Tribal childcare facilities. Holly is looking forward to sharing her experiences of environmental sampling in Tribal communities! \nRosalind Ground is a citizen of the Seneca Nation of Indians located on the Allegany Territory in western New York which is at the beginning of the Appalachian Mountains. It is about 70 miles south of Buffalo and about 10 minutes from the Pennsylvania border. She is an avid Buffalo Bills fan\, Go Bills! Rosalind has 7 grown children\, 25 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She received her A.S. degree from Erie County Community College in Science Laboratory Technology. She is currently finishing her bachelor’s degree from Empire State College in Interdisciplinary Studies in Environmental Studies and plans on getting a master’s degree in environmental health. She has been working for the Seneca Nation Health System for about 7 years. Rosalind says\, “the best reward in my job is helping the community improve their lives”. \n\nQuestions:  \nFor more information\, please contact USET’s Lead Program team: \nJakira Saunders\, Program Manager\nBen Peyton\, Senior Technical Assistant Specialist
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-oerm-webinar-building-a-lead-reduction-program-for-your-tribal-community/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250108T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T204833Z
UID:10001943-1737640800-1737640800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NCAI Two-Part Webinar Series: Understanding the EPA's New Regulatory Revisions to Water Quality Standards
DESCRIPTION:Part One: January 23 at 3:00 pm Eastern \nPart Two: January 30 at 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe National Congress of American Indians (NCAI)\, in partnership with the National Tribal Water Council (NTWC)\, National Association of Wetland Managers (NAWM)\, and the American Bar Association Section of Environment\, Energy\, and Resources (ABA SEER)\, invites Tribal Nations\, state environmental agencies\, and the public to a two-part webinar series hosted by NCAI’s Institute for Environmental Sovereignty (IES). \nThe series will focus on the U.S. EPA’s newly finalized Reserved Rights Rule\, which revises 40 CFR Part 131 to require the EPA and states to consider tribal reserved rights—such as fishing\, hunting\, and gathering—when establishing or revising water quality standards. For a detailed overview of these regulatory changes\, participants can refer to the EPA’s 2024 Water Quality Standards Regulatory Revisions to Protect Tribal Reserved Rights fact sheet\, prepared by NCAI’s Institute for Environmental Sovereignty. This fact sheet outlines key aspects of the rule and provides additional context for its implementation. \nPart 1 focuses on the rule’s key components and tribal-state collaboration\, featuring insights from an EPA representative and the Fond du Lac Band’s Water Projects Coordinator. Part 1 will be held on Thursday\, January 23\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM EST. \nPart 2 explores state implementation challenges and opportunities\, with speakers—including state agency representatives and the Native American Rights Fund (NARF)—discussing legal considerations and fostering collaboration. Part 2 will be held on Thursday\, January 30\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM EST.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ncai-two-part-webinar-series-understanding-the-epas-new-regulatory-revisions-to-water-quality-standards/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Natural Resources,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250116T192227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T192227Z
UID:10003397-1737640800-1737640800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Webinar Series: Nature-based Solutions for One Health - Harnessing the Power of Nature for Human\, Animal\, and Ecosystem Health
DESCRIPTION:January 23 at 3:00 pm Eastern\nNature-based Solutions for One Health: Harnessing the Power of Nature for Human\, Animal\, and Ecosystem Health \nRegistration link \nNature provides a wide range of health benefits\, including but not limited to providing clean air and water for humans and animals and reducing health risks from disasters. Nature-based solutions (NBS) are an effective tool to deliver these benefits to communities. As defined by the International Union for Conservation of Nature\, NBS are actions to protect\, sustainably use\, manage and restore natural or modified ecosystems\, which address societal challenges\, effectively and adaptively\, providing human well-being and biodiversity benefits. Implementing NBS can advance the One Health approach to fight health issues at the human-animal-environment interface. This webinar will present evidence on the role of NBS in supporting human\, animal\, and ecosystem health\, showcasing public NBS resources and projects delivering health benefits across the country.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-webinar-series-nature-based-solutions-for-one-health-harnessing-the-power-of-nature-for-human-animal-and-ecosystem-health/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Health,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250116T192503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T192503Z
UID:10003398-1737727200-1737727200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Webinar Series: Learning from our Ancestors\, One Health examples from Indian Country
DESCRIPTION:January 24 at 3:00 pm Eastern\nLearning from our Ancestors\, One Health examples from Indian Country \nRegistration link \nThe DOI’s Bureau of Indian Affairs will provide an overview of its mission\, purpose\, and authorities\, and discuss One Health considerations and examples from Indian Country with the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-webinar-series-learning-from-our-ancestors-one-health-examples-from-indian-country/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Health,Natural Resources,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20241122T140919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T140919Z
UID:10003355-1737936000-1738195199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Seminole Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy & Sustainability 7th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:January 27-29\, 2025\nHollywood\, Florida \nConference website \nThis conference will focus on the newly changing landscape for Tribal energy development and sustainability\, including best practices\, federal leadership\, policy and regulatory changes\, funding a project\, and project planning/development trends.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/seminole-tribe-of-florida-renewable-energy-sustainability-7th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood\, FL\, 1 Seminole Way\, Hollywood\, FL\, 33314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural Resources,Topics,USET member Tribal Nation Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250121T170641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T170641Z
UID:10003402-1738022400-1738281599@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:BIA Division of Self Determination ISDEAA Training
DESCRIPTION:Please register using the link provided here:\nFY25 ISDEAA Training for Tribes and Tribal Organizations \nConstruction Contracting under Public Law 93-638 – Section 105\, 25 CFR\, Part 900\, Subpart J\nJanuary 28-30\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time\nAlbuquerque\, NM \nContract Support Cost\nFebruary 19-20\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time\nVirtual \nContract Support Cost\nMarch 12-13\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Central Time\nVirtual \nSingle Audit\nMarch 19-20\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time\nVirtual \nContract Support Cost\nMay 14-15\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time\nVirtual \nThe Bureau of Indian Affairs\, Office of Indian Services\, Division of Self Determination\, is pleased to announce the FY 2025 training schedule focused on topics specifically related to the P.L. 93-638 Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act\, as Amended (ISDEAA). The training sessions are specifically designated for elected tribal officials\, tribal employees\, tribal organizations\, and aims to empower tribal communities with the knowledge\, skills and resources necessary to assist in navigating the complexities of self-determination\, enhance governance\, and strengthen tribal sovereignty. \nThe training objectives include reviewing key policies that support P.L. 93-638 Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act\, as Amended\, the regulations\, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs policies. The Construction Contracting course will provide information and guidance on how tribal governments may design and build projects under the authority of P.L. 93-638. The Contract Support Cost (CSC) course will include a brief overview of ISDEAA. A considerable portion of the agenda is dedicated to detailed and precise examples of CSC worksheets and calculations. The Single Audit course will include information on preparation and follow-up using OMB policy and compliance supplements. \nInterested participants are invited to enroll using the training link provided and registration is on a first-come basis. Participation is accepted up to the maximum capacity\, thereafter a waitlist is maintained. A confirmation email and a meeting invitation will be provided prior to the start of each training course.\nThe Division of Self Determination understands cancellations may occur\, and we will be flexible and prepared for potential changes. Cancellation notifications may be submitted as soon as possible or at a minimum of 48 hours in advance to allow sufficient time to offer the availability to an individual on the waitlist. \nAll training resource documents will be provided electronically\, allowing each participant the ease of access to determine whether they prefer to follow along using the electronic version or print the material at their convenience.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bia-division-of-self-determination-isdeaa-training/2025-01-28/
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Federal Partners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20211208T210323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T144252Z
UID:10001680-1738069200-1738072800@www.usetinc.org
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. \nJanuary’s session will feature Dr. Jeff King. The presentation is titled\, “Native Approaches to Resilience in Times of Anxiety.” \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@uset.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bhecho-2022-02-22-2022-03-22-2022-04-19-2022-07-26-2023-01-24-2023-02-28-2023-05-23-2023-11-28-2024-01-23-2024-02-27-2024-06-25-2024-09-24/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T233900
CREATED:20250108T204201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T204201Z
UID:10001942-1738152000-1738152000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:APHIS Tribal Webinar: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Update
DESCRIPTION:January 29 at 1:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nWeb Join Link\nZoom Join Link \nAPHIS’ WS National Wildlife Disease Program (NWDP) currently conducts targeted wild bird surveillance activities in all four flyways (Atlantic\, Mississippi\, Central\, and Pacific) and investigations of morbidity/mortality events in wild birds. WS collected around 30\,000 samples in 49 states within those flyways during the 2022/2023 surveillance season. WS has collected around to date during the 2023/2024 surveillance season. To summarize\, WS is: \n\nCollaborating with 49 states for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) wild bird surveillance in all four flyways.\nThe 2022/2023 HPAI surveillance season collected 90+% of its targeted sample numbers and is currently collecting samples for the 2023/2024 surveillance season with over 14\,000 samples collected to date.\nHPAI has also been detected in over 200 mammals across Norther America\n\nDuring this webinar session\, they would like to take the time to update Tribal Nations on the current HPAI situation; the 2023/2024 wild bird HPAI surveillance program encourages feedback for future communication and potential avenues for continued collaboration with Tribal Nations. \nIf you have questions about the webinar\, don’t hesitate to contact ONTL Program Analyst Denise Salvetti at denise.salvetti@usda.gov or the ONTL Director Terry Clark at terry.w.clark@usda.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/aphis-tribal-webinar-highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-update/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Natural Resources,Topics
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