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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T171957Z
UID:10002762-1690416000-1690502399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Transitioning Tribal Colleges and Universities to Clean Energy
DESCRIPTION:Department of Energy/Office of Indian Energy – Transitioning Tribal Colleges and Universities to Clean Energy  \nUnder this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA)\, the DOE Office of Indian Energy is soliciting applications from Tribal Colleges and Universities for: \n(1) clean energy project and curriculum planning (Topic Area 1); and \n(2) clean energy technology and curriculum deployment (Topic Area 2)
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/application-deadline-transitioning-tribal-colleges-and-universities-to-clean-energy/
CATEGORIES:Infrastructure,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T130852Z
UID:10002775-1690453800-1690459200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NAP Education Session: Protecting ICWA
DESCRIPTION:July 27 at 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nJoin a fireside chat between Native Americans in Philanthropy CEO\, Erik Stegman (Carry the Kettle First Nations – Nakoda)\, and Dr. Sarah Kastelic (Alutiiq)\, Executive Director of the National Indian Child Welfare Association. Followed by a panel discussion with moderator\, Brittany Schulman (Waccamaw Souian)\, when Dr. Kastelic is joined by Indian Child Welfare champions\, Erin Dougherty Lynch\, Aurene Martin (Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa)\, and Dr. Joannie Suina (Pueblo of Cochiti) as they discuss the historic reaffirmation of ICWA\, what’s next\, and how philanthropy can support the sustainability of this vital work.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nap-education-session-protecting-icwa/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,Tribal Justice,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230717T131405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T131405Z
UID:10002776-1690459200-1690464600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NAFAO Policy Webinar: What Tribes Need to Know about Bankruptcy in Light of the Supreme Court Decision in Lac du Flambeau v. Coughlin
DESCRIPTION:July 27 at 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Eastern\nRegister \nLast month\, the Supreme Court ruled 8-1 in Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians v. Coughlin\, holding that Native American tribes are not immune from certain bankruptcy court proceedings\, including the automatic stay provision of the Bankruptcy Code. \nThe case involved an online payday lending operation owned by a tribal government.  When a customer sought relief in bankruptcy court\, an appellate court and the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the tribe’s claims that sovereign immunity prohibited the customer from enforcing the Bankruptcy Code’s automatic stay against it. \nOn July 27th from 1pm to 2:30pm Eastern Time\, NAFOA is proud to host a webinar. Attorneys from Navajo Nation and the law firm Sheppard Mullin will discuss what the ruling means\, what tribes should be aware of going forward\, and the impact this ruling will have on tribes going forward.  The webinar will cover: \n\nBankruptcy Basics\nBackground on Lac du Flambeau vs Coughlin\nImpact and Mitigation of the Lac du Flambeau vs Coughlin Decision
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nafao-policy-webinar-what-tribes-need-to-know-about-bankruptcy-in-light-of-the-supreme-court-decision-in-lac-du-flambeau-v-coughlin/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T153000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230703T161348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T200046Z
UID:10001328-1690464600-1690471800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Department of State Tribal Consultation on Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Department of State will participate in Tribal consultations on the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony (STOP) Act of 2021\, Pub. L. 117-258. The STOP Act aims to prevent the international export of cultural items prohibited from trafficking under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA). \nOn April 26\, 2023\, the Department of the Interior sent a letter to Tribal leaders announcing a Tribal consultation schedule on implementation of the STOP Act. This letter announces that the Department of State will participate in the following STOP Act Tribal consultation sessions organized by the Department of the Interior: \n\nThursday\, July 27 at 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern\nVirtual on Zoom\nRegister\nTuesday\, August 9 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nVirtual on Zoom\nRegister\nFriday\, August 18 at 9:00 am – 12:0 pm Mountain\nBLM New Mexico State Office\nAmarillo Creek/Canadian Rms.\n301 Dinosaur Trail\nSanta Fe\, NM 87508\n\nThe Department of State seeks Tribal input on the following questions specifically related to the development of draft regulations for\, and implementation of\, the STOP Act. \nWhat should the Department of State consider when: \n\ndetermining the type of engagement to pursue with a foreign government regarding Native American tangible cultural heritage\,\ndetermining which foreign governments and institutions to prioritize for engagement on the return of Native American tangible cultural heritage\, and\nengaging with Tribes\, foreign governments\, and foreign institutions on the voluntary return of Native American tangible cultural heritage?\n\nThe Department of State welcomes your written comments on the above consultation questions by email to tribalconsultation@state.gov by 11:59pm ET on Friday\, August 25\, 2023. \nIf you have any questions regarding the Department of State’s Tribal consultation participation\, please contact Ashley Fry\, Indigenous Affairs Officer with the Department of State’s Cultural Heritage Center\, via email at FryAD@state.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/department-of-state-tribal-consultation-on-safeguard-tribal-objects-of-patrimony-act-of-2021/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Culture and Heritage,Dept of State,Federal Partners,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T153000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230703T161348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T210007Z
UID:10001329-1690464600-1690471800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Department of State Tribal Consultation on Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2021
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nThe Department of Interior will participate in Tribal consultations on the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony (STOP) Act of 2021\, Pub. L. 117-258. The STOP Act aims to prevent the international export of cultural items prohibited from trafficking under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA). \nOn April 26\, 2023\, the Department of the Interior sent a letter to Tribal leaders announcing a Tribal consultation schedule on implementation of the STOP Act. This letter announces that the Department of State will participate in the following STOP Act Tribal consultation sessions organized by the Department of the Interior: \n\nThursday\, July 27 at 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern\nVirtual on Zoom\nRegister\nTuesday\, August 8 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nVirtual on Zoom\nRegister\nFriday\, August 18 at 9:00 am – 12:0 pm Mountain\nBLM New Mexico State Office\nAmarillo Creek/Canadian Rms.\n301 Dinosaur Trail\nSanta Fe\, NM 87508\n\n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/department-of-state-tribal-consultation-on-safeguard-tribal-objects-of-patrimony-act-of-2021-2023-08-09/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Culture and Heritage,Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230703T162145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T200144Z
UID:10001333-1690466400-1690466400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FEMA Consultation on Tribal Mitigation Planning Policy
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a Dear Tribal Leader Letter announcing a Tribal consultation to update its Tribal Mitigation Plan Review Guide. This Guide was last updated in 2017 and is also known as the Trial Mitigation Planning Policy. FEMA’s official mitigation policy regulations are found at 44 CFR Part 201 and outline the rules for creating and updating Tribal mitigation plans. This policy assists FEMA officials in reviewing Tribal mitigation plans as well as informs Tribal Nations what the plan must include to receive FEMA approval. \nDetails regarding this Tribal consultation are as follows— \n\nDate/Time: Thursday\, July 27\, 2023 at 3:00pm ET\nClick Here to Register\n\nTo view a Framing Paper for this consultation\, please click here. For view FEMA’s Advisory for additional background information on this consultation\, please click here. Comments are due by November 30\, 2023 and can be sent to fema-tribal@fema.dhs.gov with the email subject title\, “Tribal Mitigation Planning Guidance – Written Comments.” Questions should be directed to FEMA Tribal Affairs at (202) 646-3444\, or by email to fema-tribal@fema.dhs.gov. \nFor more information\, please contact Brian Howard\, USET SPF Senior Policy Analyst\, at bhoward@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fema-consultation-on-tribal-mitigation-planning-policy/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Emergency Mgmt Agency (FEMA),Federal Partners,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230727T161059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T161059Z
UID:10002792-1690545600-1690551000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:How to Stream Live Video for an Event Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:July 28 at 12:00 pm Central/1:00 pm Eastern\n1 1/2 hour session\nRegistration \nHave you been seeing those “live” events on Facebook or YouTube and wonder how you can pull it off? Live streaming is a great way for business owners to enhance their online presence and engage with a wider audience. \nIn the next video marketing webinar\, Rebekah King will teach you valuable insights into the best practices and technical aspects required to deliver seamless live video streaming during events. The webinar will cover various topics including choosing the right equipment\, setting up video settings\, configuring audio settings\, optimizing internet connectivity\, and selecting suitable streaming platforms. \nIn addition\, industry experts will share strategies on promoting events effectively using social media platforms and maximizing viewer engagement. Attendees will walk away equipped with essential skills and knowledge needed to successfully stream live videos for their business. If you think live video can fit in your business\, make sure you attend!
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/how-to-stream-live-video-for-an-event-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230620T204226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T204226Z
UID:10002732-1690549200-1690549200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:IRS Indian Tribal Governments Office Webinar on sports wagering tax requirements
DESCRIPTION:July 28\, 2023\, 2:00 p.m. ET – The IRS Indian Tribal Governments Office will host a one-hour webinar on June 28\, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. ET on sports wagering tax requirements. The presentation will cover the following requirements applicable to Tribes and Tribal entities accepting sports wagers: \n\nWagering and Occupational Excise Taxes\nIncome Tax Withholding\nInformation Return Reporting\n\nClick here to join the meeting or call (audio only) 737-253-8186 Phone Conference ID: 195 849 302#.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/irs-indian-tribal-governments-office-webinar-on-sports-wagering-tax-requirements/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230707T134625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T171950Z
UID:10002763-1690761600-1690847999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Pre-award information sheet deadline: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Formula Grants
DESCRIPTION:Department of Energy – Energy Efficiency and Conservation Formula Grants \n\nPre-award information sheet deadline – July 31\nFull application deadline – January 31\, 2024
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/pre-award-information-sheet-deadline-energy-efficiency-and-conservation-formula-grants/
CATEGORIES:Infrastructure,Topics
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230804
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230517T193548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T153544Z
UID:10001274-1690761600-1691107199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Interior Budget Council (TIBC) Summer 2023 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Tribal Interior Budget Council (TIBC) Summer 2023 Meeting\nJuly 31-August 3\, 2023\nHosted by Seneca Indian Nation \n  \nThe Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino\n310 4th Street\nNiagara Falls\, NY 14303\n1-877-8-SENECA \nAgenda \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-interior-budget-council-tibc-summer-2023-meeting/
LOCATION:Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino\, 310 4th Street\, Niagara\, NY\, 14303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Federal Partners
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230803
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230609T201746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T164624Z
UID:10002728-1690848000-1691020799@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FBI CJIS Information Sharing Event: Connecting Indian Country
DESCRIPTION:Formal invitation to guest\nRegistration and travel forms \nFBI CJIS Information Sharing Event: Connecting Indian Country\nMiami\, FL – August 1-2\, 2023 \nNOTE: this invitation is for Tribal Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice Agencies \nFor more information contact: cjistribaloutreach@fbi.gov
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fbi-cjis-information-sharing-event-connecting-indian-country/
CATEGORIES:Dept of Justice (DOJ),Federal Partners,Topics,Tribal Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230804
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230220T205350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T202104Z
UID:10002589-1690848000-1691107199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USET THPS 2023 Best Practices Conference
DESCRIPTION:USET THPS 2023 Best Practices Conference\nAugust 1-3\, 2023\nWe invite you to join us in person for our fifth annual Best Practices Conference\, hosted by the USET Tribal Health Program Support (THPS)\, where USET member Tribal Nations and stakeholders from across Indian Country will connect to share their innovative work in public health\, healthcare\, behavioral health\, and more. Our connections to one another\, community\, culture\, and land have provided healing since time immemorial. This year’s theme\, Healing through Connection\, will highlight the resiliency of Tribal Nations and how healing through connection moves us forward. \nAGENDA \n\nWhen: August 1-3\, 2023 \n\nWhere: Nashville\, TN \nSonesta Nashville Airport Hotel\n600 Marriott Drive\nNashville\, TN 37214 \nMake your hotel reservation by July 1st to receive the group rate of $174.00/night.\nIf you make your hotel reservation by July 1st\, you will be entered into a raffle for an amazing prize. \n\nWho should attend: Health directors\, clinic staff\, diabetes coordinators\, social services personnel\, emergency services personnel\, and public health professionals. \n\nTracks will include Tribal Best Practices from: \n\nBehavioral Health\nHealth Promotion and Disease Prevention\nClinical Practices\nIndigenous Methods\n\n\nRegistration: Registration is now open. \n\nTravel Stipends: If you are employed by a USET member Tribal Nation\, your Tribal Nation is eligible to receive a stipend for your travel \n\nExhibitors: \nExhibitors can reserve a table at no cost by registering for the meeting. \n\nMeeting App: \nDownload the USET/USET SPF Events app from your app store. Then within the app search for USET 2023 THPS Best Practices Conference. Download the event to the app. You can use it to stay up to date with the latest news and announcements\, create your personal schedule\, view all agendas\, and connect with attendees. \nIf you have used the app for a previous USET meeting\, you will need to exit that event. Click on your profile\, go to settings\, and click “exit the event” at the bottom of the screen. Then search for USET 2023 THPS Best Practices Conference and download the event to your app. \n\nOpen the app in Google Play\nOpen the app in the Apple Store\n\n\nWhat to Do in Nashville: \nCreativity is the heart and soul of Nashville\, the “Music City\,” and there’s never a shortage of inspiring things to do. From music\, culture\, and the arts to food\, sports\, and shopping\, there is an “only in Nashville” experience waiting for you. Learn about things to do in Nashville. \n\nCOVID Protocols:  \nThe USET Tribal Epidemiology Center (USET TEC) is a recognized public health authority supported by the Tribal Nations within the USET region. Throughout the course of the COVID pandemic\, we have relied on their expertise to guide us to ensure for the overall safety\, health\, and wellness for our members\, staff\, and event attendees. As the impacts of COVID have evolved\, we have continued to assess our protocols to ensure that they remain reflective of the current status of the pandemic. \nCurrently (as of 04/17/2023\, subject to change)\, USET is no longer requiring proof of vaccination to attend USET-sponsored meetings. A supply of masks and tests will be made available for attendees to use at their discretion.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-thps-2023-best-practices-conference/
LOCATION:Sonesta Nashville Airport Hotel\, 600 Marriott Drive\, Nashville\, TN\, 37214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230804
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230626T135629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T135629Z
UID:10002740-1690848000-1691107199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Office of Indian Economic Development Grantee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Office of Indian Economic Development at their first annual grantee meeting held on August 1-3\, 2023 in Cherokee\, North Carolina. \nAttendance will be limited to 300 participants\, so please hurry for your FREE registration and reserve your reduced rate hotel room by July 10\, 2023! \nAny Tribal Nations or Tribal organizations are welcome to join our FREE REGISTRATION EVENT to learn more about Tribal Broadband\, Living Languages\, Tribal Tourism\, Business Development\, and Business Incubators.\nPlease visit the Grantee Meeting Page for details. \nMeeting Registration\nHotel Block \nPlease contact biatap@tribaltechllc.com for more information.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/office-of-indian-economic-development-grantee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230217T150733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T130848Z
UID:10001171-1690979400-1690984800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:IHS Tribal Consultation on Health IT Modernization
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nAs part of the Indian Health Service (IHS) Health Information Technology (IT) Modernization Program\, you are invited to join a series of four Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer(TC/UC) sessions in calendar year 2023 on Health IT Modernization. \nThese are important and timely meetings for IHS to ask questions and get your feedback. During the first event\, Preparing for Change\, scheduled for March 8\, the IHS will provide an overview of milestones and accomplishments of the Health IT Modernization Program and seek your feedback on change readiness\, what the IHS could be doing to support organizations and individuals\, and what facilities can be doing to prepare for an electronic health record modernization.\nAttendees can register for the sessions in advance through the links below. After registering\, attendees will receive an e-mail with a link to the web conference and audio call-in numbers. Please register and join these sessions. \nFor added convenience\, the registration links below will be posted on the IHS Event Calendar. In addition\, timely reminders for upcoming TC/UC events will be sent out by e-mail from IHS Area Offices and posted on the new IHS Updates web page. \n\nWednesday\, March 8\, 2023 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link\nWednesday\, May 10\, 2023 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link\nWednesday\, August 2\, 2023 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link\nWednesday\, November 8\, 2023 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link\n\nWRITTEN COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Please send your comments and\nrecommendations on Health IT Modernization within 30 days following each session.\nBy E-MAIL to consultation@ihs.gov or urbanconfer@ihs.gov — SUBJECT LINE: Health IT\nModernization. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Mr. Mitchell Thornbrugh\, Chief Information Officer\, IHS\,\nby telephone at (240) 620-3117\, or by e-mail at mitchell.thornbrugh@ihs.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ihs-tribal-consultation-on-health-it-modernization-2023-08-02/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Partners,Health,Indian Health Service (IHS),Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230721T131942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T131942Z
UID:10001364-1690981200-1690981200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:ITEP Tribal Clean Transportation Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:August 2 at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern\nJoin via Zoom\nMeeting ID: 810 3267 8122\nPassword: rezcar \nYou are invited to join a new Roundtable call for Tribal Nations\, Federal Officials and others interesting in advancing clean transportation deployment on Tribal lands. \n The goal of this new Tribal Clean Transportation Roundtable is to create a neutral space for Tribal Nations\, Federal\, State and local agencies to discuss Clean Transportation deployment\, funding and policies. \n  \nITEP will also be providing active and consistent support for Tribal Nations to participate in the Biden Administration’s National Tribal EV Initiative being implemented in several federal agencies. \n  \nThe agenda for the roundtable will include updates from agencies on funding and policies and allow Tribal Nations space to trouble shoot projects/grants/plans\, get advice\, share concerns and share victories and best practices. These roundtables will ideally allow everyone to learn and move forward to deploy clean transportation projects on Tribal lands together! \n\nITEP’s Tribal Clean Transportation Monthly Roundtable Call Agenda   \n\nITEP Introductions.\n\nRyan Tsingine: Roundtable Moderator\nHeather Bartlett\, ITEP’s New Staffer\nAndy Bessler\, ITEP’s Program Manager\n\n\nOverview of the National Tribal EV Initiative Summary\nFederal Agency Funding/Policy Updates for Tribes\n\nJoint Office of Energy and Transportation\nDepartment of Transportation (DOT)\nDepartment of Energy (DOE)/ National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)/ Clean Cities Coalition\nEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)\nDepartment of the Interior (DOI)\nOthers\n\n\nTribal Updates/Success Stories/Challenges\n\nAround the US\n\nNorthern/Alaska\nSouthern\nEastern\nWestern\n\n\n\n\nNext Steps\n\nNext call on September 6\, 2023 at 2:00 pm Eastern
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/itep-tribal-clean-transportation-roundtable/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Infrastructure,Topics,Transportation,Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230712T175527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T130855Z
UID:10002772-1690981200-1690988400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Tribal Consultation on Indian Arts and Crafts Board
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nAugust 2 at 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern\nvirtual – Register \nThe Department of the Interior seeks Tribal and Indian artist input on draft revisions to the Indian Arts and Crafts Board. The draft revisions seek to modernize the Indian Arts and Crafts Act’s regulations\, which are implemented by the Indian Arts and Crafts Board (Board). Please consider joining one of the consultation opportunities below. \nFeedback can be sent via email to consultation@bia.gov until September 1\, 2023.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-tribal-consultation-on-indian-arts-and-crafts-board/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Art,Consultation,Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230721T181322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T130855Z
UID:10001367-1690984800-1690992000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FEMA Virtual Tribal Consultation on Community Disaster Resilience Zones
DESCRIPTION:August 2 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nDear Tribal Leader Letter\nFEMA Advisory CDRZ \nFEMA will host a virtual tribal consultation on the implementation of the Community Disaster Resilience Zones Act enacted on December 20\, 2022. Senior leadership from FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) will lead the consultation. GPD provides grants to prepare state\, local\, tribal\, and territorial governments and first responders\, as well as non-profit organizations and port and transit system owners/operators\, to measurably improve capability and reduce the risks from manmade and natural disasters. Topics of discussion include: \n\nHow best to include Tribal Lands in zone designations.\nHow best to use census data at the census tract level\, as required by the law\, to include tribal lands within a state.\nBest strategies to communicate designation of Zones.\n\nParticipation: \nThe virtual tribal consultation will be hosted on the Zoom for Government platform. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, August 2\, 2023\nTime: 3 – 5 p.m. Eastern Time (ET)\nRegister to attend\nZoom Meeting ID: 161 498 1301\nPasscode: 794607\n\nAll consultation materials will eventually be posted on: www.fema.gov/about/tribes/consultations. \n Written Comments: \nTo submit questions in advance of the consultation\, please email GPD at FEMA-CDRZ-RFI@fema.dhs.gov or contact a FEMA Regional Tribal Liaison. \nTo submit comments in response to the August 2nd consultation\, please email GPD at FEMA-CDRZ-RFI@fema.dhs.gov  or contact a FEMA Regional Tribal Liaison on or before Tuesday\, September 5\, 2023. \nContact information for FEMA Tribal Liaisons is available at www.fema.gov/about/contact.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fema-virtual-tribal-consultation-on-community-disaster-resilience-zones/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Emergency Mgmt Agency (FEMA),Federal Partners,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T110000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230727T155433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T155433Z
UID:10002791-1691060400-1691060400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tapping into the Inflation Reduction Act Webinar
DESCRIPTION:August 3 at 12:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nLearn how Tribal governments and Indigenous organizations can take full advantage of funds in the Inflation Reduction Act to deliver the maximum benefits to their communities. You’ll hear from: \n\nWahleah Johns\, Director\, U.S. Department of Energy Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs\nMatt Dannenberg\, Senior Tribal Liaison\, U.S. Department of Energy Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs\nLena Moffitt\, Executive Director\, Evergreen Collaborative\nJade Begay\, Director of Policy and Advocacy\, NDN Collective\nDavina Resto\, Senior Community Outreach Associate\, Environmental Protection Network\nMattea Mrkusic\, Energy Transition Policy Lead\, Evergreen Collaborative
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tapping-into-the-inflation-reduction-act-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Infrastructure,Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230630T140457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T205758Z
UID:10001318-1691366400-1691539199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference Charitable Golf Conference
DESCRIPTION:August 7-8\, 2023\nSeneca Hickory Stick Golf Course\nRegister and learn more \nAs previously communicated\, the Seneca Nation has been selected to host the World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference\, now rescheduled to July 23-25\, 2024\, taking place on their sovereign homelands. This conference will be an important convening of interests from across Indian Country to address this critical issue and to share indigenous best practices to reduce suicide rates across our communities. \nIn preparation for this event\, the Seneca Nation is hosting a Charitable Golf Tournament at their Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course August 7-8\, 2023 [Save the Date Flyer linked] to raise funds to support this 2024 conference. The Seneca Nation requests your support for this vital cause on behalf of all people and communities across Indian Country.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/world-indigenous-suicide-prevention-conference-charitable-golf-conference/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:USET member Tribal Nation Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230712T130426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T205804Z
UID:10002767-1691416800-1691424000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI\, HHS\, DOJ Tribal Consultation on ICWA
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nAugust 7 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nVirtual\nRegister \nAugust 11 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Alaska\nHybrid\nHHS Region 10 Consultation\nSouthcentral Foundation\nNuka Learning Center\n4085 Tudor Centre Drive\nAnchorage\, Alaska\nRegister \nThe Department of the Interior (DOI)\, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) are committed to partnering on a nation-to-nation basis with Tribal Nations to ensure the wellbeing of Tribal children and preservation of Tribal families. In response to requests by Tribal leaders for updates on their collective efforts\, they invite you to provide input on the Indian Child Welfare Act and what steps the agencies can take to promote federal protections for Indian children and their parents and caregivers. \nThe DOI\, HHS\, and DOJ will conduct two Tribal consultations as listed below and will accept oral and written comments. Additional consultations will be scheduled at a later date.\nThey are seeking input on the following: \n\nWhat additional supports would Tribal leaders find helpful to build their Tribal Nation’s capacity to exercise their rights and responsibilities under ICWA?\nAre there specific supports you believe the Federal government could provide to help state courts and child welfare agencies meet their obligations under ICWA? In your experience\, are there specific aspects or requirements of ICWA where state courts and agencies need to build greater understanding or capacity?\nAre there existing State-Tribe collaborative partnerships or processes that you believe have helped support effective implementation of ICWA?\n\nThey also welcome your written comments\, which should be submitted by email to consultation@bia.gov by 11:59pm ET on Friday\, September 15\, 2023. \nIf you have any questions regarding this effort\, please contact Meghan Bishop\, Policy Specialist to the Assistant Secretary -Indian Affairs\, via email at meghan.bishop@bia.gov or 202-208-7163.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-hhs-doj-tribal-consultation-on-icwa/
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Health and Human Services (HHS),Dept of Interior (DOI),Dept of Justice (DOJ),Policy and Legislative Events,Topics,Tribal Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230726T180532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T180532Z
UID:10002787-1691452800-1691625599@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:2023 American Indian & Alaska Native Maternal Health Promotion Institute
DESCRIPTION:August 8-9\, 2023\n1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nJoin this free\, virtual gathering as they share culturally-centered practices\, strength-based approaches\, and equitable solutions that are making a positive impact on the health and well-being of Tribal communities. \nThe National Indian Health Board (NIHB)\, in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)\, is hosting the 2nd annual Maternal Health Promotion Insitute on August 8-9\, 2023. \nThe two-day event will include and explore the following topics: \n\nHome Visiting and the Family Spirit Program\nAffirming 2SLGBTQ+ clients in perinatal care\nTribally-led Maternal Mortality Review Committees\nMidwifery work in Indian Country\n\n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2023-american-indian-alaska-native-maternal-health-promotion-institute/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),Federal Partners,Health,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230811
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230411T200458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T121409Z
UID:10002659-1691452800-1691711999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation
DESCRIPTION:August 8-10\, 2023 in Tulsa\, Oklahoma\nRegister \nDear Tribal Leader Letter \nThe consultation testimony sessions are open to federally-recognized\, tribally elected and appointed leaders or their authorized designee to provide oral testimony. Tribal Leaders may also submit written testimony. \nThe Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is a grant-making agency in the U.S. Department of Justice. Under §903 of Title IX of the United States Department of Justice Reauthorization and Violence Against Women Act of 2005 (VAWA 2005)\, OVW is responsible for conducting annual government-to-government consultation with the leaders of all federally-recognized\, Indian tribal governments on behalf of the United States Attorney General. \nThe purpose of consultation is to solicit recommendations from tribal government leaders on the following topics:\n(1) Administering tribal funds and programs;\n(2) Enhancing the safety of Indian women from domestic violence\, dating violence\, sexual assault\, homicide\, stalking\, and sex trafficking;\n(3) Strengthening the federal response to such crimes; and\,\n(4) Improving access to local\, regional\, state\, and federal crime information databases and criminal justice information systems. \nHotel Information and additional resources will be posted soon on the OVW consultation website at: https://www.ovwconsultation.org (-> eventpower.us11.list-manage.com)
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/government-to-government-violence-against-women-tribal-consultation/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Justice (DOJ),Federal Partners,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics,Tribal Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T110000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230706T175640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T133959Z
UID:10002759-1691488800-1691492400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USET OERM Webinar | Learning About Lead Exposure in Tribal Children
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe USET Office of Environmental Resource Management presents\nthe Learning About Lead Exposure in Tribal Children Webinar \nLead has been globally recognized as a substance that has serious health consequences if consumed\, especially for children.  Clean and safe water is essential for Tribal existence and is paramount to building a successful economy\, educational and public health systems\, and most importantly\, a future for children who could potentially be exposed to lead. With funding appropriated from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)\, USET OERM is introducing our Lead Testing program. Our goal is to reduce lead in the drinking water of our Member Tribal Nations’ schools and childcare facilities by sampling water and implementing EPA’s 3Ts model. This webinar will provide all the information needed about lead\, its physical and health properties\, and guidance to tackle this silent epidemic. \n\nWhen: \n\nAugust 8\, 2023\, at 10:00 am – 11:00 am Central/11:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern\nSeptember 19\, 2023\, at 10:00 am – 11:00 am Central/11:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Leaders\, Health Directors\, Education Directors\, Education Faculty/Staff\, Tribal Administrators\, Clinic Staff\, Tribal utility workers at USET member Tribal Nations \n\nWhat: This webinar will cover the following: \n\nIntro To Lead Program\, Purpose\, and Personnel\nWhat is Lead? – Chemical\, Physical\, and Historical Lead Use/Regulation Timeline\nAdverse Heath Effects of Lead\nRemediation Efforts\nEPA’s 3Ts Standards and Guidance\n\n\nRegistration: \n\nAugust 8th: Registration\nSeptember 19th: Registration \n\n\nLead Program Summary: \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. \nThe USET Office of Environmental Resource Management (OERM) is introducing our Lead Testing program\, which is funded by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The OERM Lead Testing program has adopted the EPA 3 Ts program for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water in Schools and Child Care Facilities. This program was developed to help schools and child-care facilities to implement a voluntary program for reducing lead in drinking water. \nOur Lead Testing program promotes voluntary training\, testing of drinking water for lead\, and taking corrective action if problems are identified. For USET Member Tribal Nation participants\, OERM is offering assistance to conduct testing at Tribal schools and child-care facilities. USET will assist with sampling Tribal childcare facilities\, and will collect data such as sampling results and facility location on behalf of participating Member Tribal Nations. Member Tribal Nations may store data on a secure USET server that is only accessible by the respective Member Tribal Nation. \nWe survey Tribal childcare facilities to prioritize the needs of our respective Member Tribal Nation community. \nFor USET Member Tribal Nations who are interested in participating in our Lead Testing program\, please complete the Lead Testing program application. \nFor more information\, please contact USET’s Lead Program team: \nJakira Saunders\, Program Manager\nBen Peyton\, Senior Technical Assistant Specialist \n\n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/uset-oerm-webinar-learning-about-lead-exposure-in-tribal-children/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Natural Resources,Topics,USET Programmatic Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230727T164438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T164438Z
UID:10002797-1691496000-1691496000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:TribalHub Webinar: Optimizing your EHR: Best Practices for Tribal and Urban Indian Health Centers
DESCRIPTION:August 8 at 12:00 pm Central\nRegister \nJoin an insightful webinar on “Optimizing EMR Implementation: Best Practices for Tribal and Urban Indian Health Centers.” Designed specifically for professionals working in Tribal and Urban Indian Health Centers\, this webinar aims to provide valuable guidance and expertise on effectively implementing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems. During this interactive session\, industry experts will share their knowledge and experiences\, focusing on the unique challenges and considerations faced by Tribal and Urban Indian Health Centers in adopting and maintaining EMR technology. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the best practices required implement and optimize an electronic health record. \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribalhub-webinar-optimizing-your-ehr-best-practices-for-tribal-and-urban-indian-health-centers/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105724
CREATED:20230703T161348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T121433Z
UID:10001331-1691503200-1691510400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Department of State Tribal Consultation on Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2021
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nThe Department of Interior will participate in Tribal consultations on the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony (STOP) Act of 2021\, Pub. L. 117-258. The STOP Act aims to prevent the international export of cultural items prohibited from trafficking under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA). \nOn April 26\, 2023\, the Department of the Interior sent a letter to Tribal leaders announcing a Tribal consultation schedule on implementation of the STOP Act. This letter announces that the Department of State will participate in the following STOP Act Tribal consultation sessions organized by the Department of the Interior: \n\nThursday\, July 27 at 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern\nVirtual on Zoom\nRegister\nTuesday\, August 8 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nVirtual on Zoom\nRegister\nFriday\, August 18 at 9:00 am – 12:0 pm Mountain\nBLM New Mexico State Office\nAmarillo Creek/Canadian Rms.\n301 Dinosaur Trail\nSanta Fe\, NM 87508\n\n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/department-of-state-tribal-consultation-on-safeguard-tribal-objects-of-patrimony-act-of-2021-2023-08-09-2023-08-08/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Culture and Heritage,Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105725
CREATED:20230711T192424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T192424Z
UID:10001350-1691575200-1691580600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:BIA HEARTH Act Overview for Tribal Nations
DESCRIPTION: August 9 at 9:00 am – 10:30 am Mountain\nvia Microsoft Teams Webinar \nThe National HEARTH Act team will be presenting a Tribal Outreach webinar for Tribes who wish to know more about the process of HEARTH Act review and approval.   \nThere is no cost to attend this training session. \nThe HEARTH Act overview training is presented by the BIA Office of Trust Services\, Division of Real Estate Services (DRES) in collaboration with the Office of the Solicitor (SOL). \nParticipants must register  in order to attend.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bia-hearth-act-overview-for-tribal-nations-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Federal Partners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105725
CREATED:20230807T190057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T190057Z
UID:10001386-1691575200-1691593200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:HUD Virtual Training: Permanent Supportive Housing
DESCRIPTION:This training program has been designed to provide support for the development of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) projects that cater to tribal homelessness on reservations. The staff of tribal housing authorities\, as well as any other tribal department staff and/or tribal council members\, will gain a comprehensive understanding of permanent supportive housing. They will be actively involved in and committed to the development and implementation of a PSH project. Students will also gain a clear understanding of the funding sources that are available for PSH\, along with a timeline and a funding plan.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/hud-virtual-training-permanent-supportive-housing/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),Housing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105725
CREATED:20230807T144323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175630Z
UID:10001378-1691578800-1691586000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:IHS Tribal Consultation on Updated Draft of the IHS Tribal Consultation Policy
DESCRIPTION:August 9 at 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe IHS Director’s Advisory Workgroup on Tribal Consultation (Consultation Workgroup) met in June to review feedback from prior Tribal consultations on this topic and discuss pending items. The Consultation Workgroup achieved consensus on the decision to align the IHS TCP with both the Executive Order (EO) 13175\, Presidential Memorandum on Tribal Consultation and Strengthening Nation-to-Nation Relationships\, and the  Presidential Memorandum on Uniform Standards for Tribal Consultation. The Workgroup also agreed to align the IHS TCP with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Tribal Consultation Policy. Many of the most recent updates to the IHS TCP\, as seen in the redline\, sought to align it with the above documents. \nThe upcoming Tribal consultation seeks to gather input on the IHS TCP as a whole\, as well as on a point where the Consultation Workgroup did not achieve consensus. The Consultation Workgroup failed to reach consensus on how to respond to the Congressional mandate that federal agencies consult with Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs.) The IHS is seeking input on whether to include ANCs in the IHS TCP or create a separate policy for consulting with ANCs. In 2021\, USET SPF commented to IHS during a previous consultation on the IHS TCP in accordance with the Biden Administration’s directive that all federal agencies update their TCPs. In our comments\, USET SPF maintained our position that the consultative relationship is between Tribal Nations and the federal government only\, in recognition of our Nation-to-Nation\, sovereign-to-sovereign diplomatic relationship. Federal agencies and programs should not consult on a nation-to-nation basis with non-governmental entities\, such as ANCs. While we acknowledge that there are occasions when the input of ANCs should be considered\, USET SPF asserts that this should not be done through consultation\, which is reserved for sovereign Tribal Nations\, but rather through a “confer” process. \nMore information on this consultation\, including the question IHS provided for consideration and both the clean and redlined versions of the IHS TCP\, can be found in the Dear Tribal Leader Letter. 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ihs-tribal-consultation-on-updated-draft-of-the-ihs-tribal-consultation-policy/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Partners,Health,Indian Health Service (IHS),Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105725
CREATED:20230718T125911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T141035Z
UID:10001359-1691589600-1691596800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Global Change Research Program Tribal Consultation on National Nature Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nAugust 9 at 3:00 – 5:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) seeks Tribal input on the development of the National Nature Assessment. USGCRP is a federal interagency research program charged with informing the Nation’s response to climate and environmental change\, including changes to nature and the benefits it provides to society. USGCRP is planning the development of the first National Nature Assessment\, which will assess the status\, observed trends\, and future projections of America’s lands\, waters\, wildlife\, biodiversity\, and ecosystems and the benefits they provide\, including connections to the economy\, public health\, equity\, climate mitigation and adaptation\, and national security.  USGCRP seeks your input on important questions for framing the assessment to make it useful for Tribes and Native communities\, and to appropriately consider Indigenous Knowledge. \nFeedback can be sent via email to cavery@usgcrp.gov by September 11\, 2023.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/u-s-global-change-research-program-tribal-consultation-on-national-nature-assessment/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Natural Resources,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T105725
CREATED:20230802T173228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T173228Z
UID:10002805-1691593200-1691596800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NIHB Webinar: Optimizing our Immune System with Indigenous Food Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:August 9 at 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nWho should attend? Physicians\, nurses\, nurse practitioners\, pharmacists\, physician assistants\, medical students\, Tribal immunization programs\, and other Tribal health professionals interested in learning about the benefits of vaccinations. \nOur ancestors were no strangers to sickness and drew from traditional knowledge to keep them well. Join us on Wednesday\, August 9\, as Marley Fisher discuss how nutrition and other lifestyle factors support immune health. She will explore traditional Indigenous foods that contain immune-supporting nutrients and look beyond that into how traditional food systems support immune health. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe omega-3’s role as an anti-inflammatory.\nDiscuss the disproportionate effect covid-19 has had on those with diabetes\, heart disease\, and hypertension.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Audrianna Marzette\, Public Health Policy and Programs Manager\, at amarzette@nihb.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nihb-webinar-optimizing-our-immune-system-with-indigenous-food-knowledge/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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