Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Hearing on Various Nominations
2021-11-17 09:00 (America/Chicago)
November 17 at 10:00 am Eastern
Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Hearing on Various Nominations.

Martha Williams of Montana nominated to be Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior.

Professor Sara Bronin nominated to become chairman of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP).

Stakeholder Engagement Sessions: FEMA Region 6 Hazard Mitigation Assistance
2021-11-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
Greetings to you, our stakeholders! Based on your survey results, we have developed the virtual Stakeholder Engagement Sessions (Webinars) below to share Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) program information with you.
Application Development
7/29 9:00 am-12:00 pm (Central)
This presentation will cover Hazard Mitigation Assistance Project Eligibility and Project Scoping, Elements for Developing Quality Project Applications (Scopes of Work/Budget and Other Considerations), and Mitigation Project Resources.
Management Costs
8/10 10:00 am-11:30 am (Central)
During this webinar, we will be viewing a previously recorded presentation available here. Followed by a Question and Answer period at approximately 10:55 am.
Tribal Only- BRIC NOFO
10/7 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm (Central)
Learn about the FY 2021 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to include: overview, key dates, available funding, registering in FEMA GO.
Tribal Only- FEMA GO Application
10/14 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm (Central)
Learn how to input your BRIC or FMA applications into the FEMA GO system.
Tribal Only- Cost Effectiveness and Technical Feasibility Listening Session
10/21 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm (Central)
Tribal Only- BRIC Listening Session
10/28 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm (Central)
EHP- UFR Summit for Louisiana
11/16 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm (Central)
This is a FYI- the invite will come from our EHP folks
Application Development- Offering #2
11/17 9:00 am- 12:00 pm (Central)
**Repeat of Offering 1** This presentation will cover Hazard Mitigation Assistance Project Eligibility and Project Scoping, Elements for Developing Quality Project Applications (Scopes of Work/Budget and Other Considerations), and Mitigation Project Resources.

American Indian Institute virtual MicroConference - The Indigenous Way: Planting Seeds of Wellness for Future Generations
2021-11-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
American Indian Institute virtual MicroConference – The Indigenous Way: Planting Seeds of Wellness for Future Generations

November 17 at 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Central
About the virtual series
Register for Early Bird Rates until October 19:
$145 for MicroConference Attendees
$300 for Virtual Exhibitors
After October 19:
$175 for MicroConference Attendees
$500 for Virtual Exhibitors
Attendees Register
Exhibitors Register

Agenda
9 – 9:15 AM
Dr. Nina Barbee, Aii Director Choctaw
Opening, Land Acknowledgement, and Prayer
9:15 – 10 AM
Keynote: Chef Dr. Lois Ellen Frank Kiowa, Northern European,
Sephardic, and Ashkenazi
“The History of Ancestral Native American Cuisine: Reconnecting to Culture as a Key to Health and Wellness in Native Communities”
10 – 10:15 AM
Questions and Answers (Q&A)
For our Professional Native Chefs
10:15 – 10:20 AM
Chair Exercises/Stretching – Optional
Led by Allison Harper, MS, NETA-CPT
Fitness and Recreation, The University of Oklahoma
10:20 – 10:30 AM
Break
10:30 – 11:30 AM
Cooking Demonstration with Chef Dr. Frank and Chef Walter Whitewater
11:30 – 11:45 AM
Q & A with our renowned Chefs
11:45 AM – Noon
Chef Whitewater
Diné (Navajo)
“Life on the Rez”
12 – 12:30 PM
Indigenous Potluck Lunch
Prepare some of the chefs’ tasty recipes found here
12:30 – 12:45 PM
Welcome back!: Dr. Nina Barbee
Introduction of Dr. Belinda Biscoe
Senior Associate Vice President for OU Outreach/College of Continuing Education
Introduction of the afternoon Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Cornel Pewewardy
Comanche-Kiowa
Vice Chairman, Comanche Nation
Professor Emeritus, Indigenous Nations Studies, Portland State University, NCORE Suzan Shown Harjo Systemic Social Justice Award 2021
12:45 – 1:15 PM
Keynote: Dr. Cornel Pewewardy
“Remaining Indigenous during COVID-19: Infusing Neurodecolonization Energy through Music and Memory”
Abstract: For many Indigenous peoples, we are descendants from a long line of musicians and spiritual healers who have always helped us survive through multiple pandemics. The COVID-19 pandemic has swept across Indian Country, and again our musicians and healers are putting their positive energy work to use by reconstructing lost esoteric wisdom in modern times. Using neurodecolonization strategies, this presentation integrates nonlinear messages from cultural images, music therapy, and interpretations of meditation and mindfulness to assist in our internal healing—a potent alchemy that strengthens and transports our tribal memory into the future.
This presentation is about slowing down time to match your natural rhythms to be fully present for your life by returning to traditional Indigenous practices through drum, flute, song, prayer, etc.
1:15 – 1:30 PM
Questions and Answers for Dr. Pewewardy
1:30 1:50 PM
Healing Circle
with Chefs Whitewater and Dr. Frank and Dr. Pewewardy
1:50 PM
Closing remarks
Yakoke! Thank you to our phenomenal keynote speakers and each of you!
2 PM
Aii Family – Let’s stay in touch!
We love to hear from YOU!

FEMA Civil Rights Summit 2.0 – Equity
2021-11-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
FEMA’s Office of Equal Rights invites you to their upcoming Civil Rights Summit – 2.0 Equity. This event is designed to foster dialogue and partnerships through direct engagement with FEMA. Presentations and discussion will cover FEMA programs and services, with special emphasis on improving equity in emergency management.
FEMA’s Civil Rights Summit

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET
REGISTER HERE

Please register for this event in order to receive participation details and other event information as available.
Here is the FEMA Civil Rights Summit – Agenda for your review

FEMA Civil Rights Summit 2.0 Equity Agenda
FEMA Civil Rights Summit.Speaker Bios

This event will be presented in English and translated into Spanish, with captioning and Sign Language Interpretation provided for each. If you require alternative formats or other accommodations because of a disability, please contact FEMA’s External Civil Rights Resource Line at 833-285-7448 (833-CVL-RGHT) or email us your request at FEMA-CivilRightsOffice@fema.dhs.gov.

House Education and Labor Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education
2021-11-17 09:15
November 17 at 10:15 am Eastern
House Education and Labor Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education: Examining the Implementation of COVID-19 Education Funds.

USET OERM Tribal Forestry Webinar - Harvesting in Federal Forests
2021-11-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
USET’s Office of Environmental Resource Management and the US Forest Service present
Tribal Forestry Webinar – Harvesting in Federal Forests

When? November 17 at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Eastern
Who should attend? Forestry and Natural Resources Tribal Staff
Participants will obtain:

Policies on accessing federal forests for gathering plants
Success stories from Tribal Nations
Knowledge on how to establish an MOU for gathering.

Register
For questions, contact Lea Zeise at lzeise@usetinc.org
Recording of Webinar

Native and Tribal Youth Participate in a forum with the Biden Harris Administration
2021-11-17 12:00
In partnership with the White House and Nike N7, the Center for Native American Youth is proud to invite Native and tribal youth to participate in a forum with the Biden Harris Administration!
This forum will take place November 17, 2021 at 1:00 pm Eastern. This forum will feature an exciting program with high-level administration officials, special guests from Nike N7, and of course, Native youth discussing a variety of topics and the intersection of mental health for Native youth.
Register

RESCHEDULED: Boarding School Initiative - Tribal Consultation
2021-11-17 12:00 - 16:00, 2021-11-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
The U.S. Department ofthe Interior (Department) seeks Tribal and stakeholder input regarding the implementation ofthe Indian Boarding School Initiative (Initiative) that Secretary ofthe Interior Deb Haaland announced in June 2021.1 The Initiative’s purpose is an initial collection and review of Department documents and records, and compilation of its existing data. These are first steps in addressing Indian boarding school policies and their effects as part of the Department’s report due to the Secretary by April 1, 2022.
The Department will conduct the webinar consultation sessions listed below and will accept oral and written comments. Please register in advance for any consultation session you plan on attending. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Please note that these Tribal consultations will be closed to the press and the public to protect confidential information that may be discussed during the sessions.
The consultation schedule is:

Tuesday, November 17
1 :00 p.m. -5 :00 p.m. ET
Please register in advance
Thursday, November 18
1 :00 p.m. -5 :00 p.m. ET
Please register in advance
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. ET
Please register in advance

You may provide written input by Friday, December 17, 2021 to consultation@bia.gov. If you have questions regarding this effort, please contact Heidi Todacheene, Senior Advisor to the Assistant Secretary -Indian Affairs, by email at Heidi_Todacheene@ios.doi.gov or by phone at (202) 208-7163.

DOI virtual Tribal Consultation regarding the Federal Boarding School Initiative
2021-11-17 12:00 - 16:00, 2021-11-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
The U.S. Department of Interior will be holding three upcoming virtual tribal consultations in November regarding the Federal Boarding School Initiative to hear from leaders of Tribal governments, Alaska Native Corporations, and Native Hawaiian organizations to help lay the groundwork for the issues to be included in the Department’s initial report due to the Secretary in April 2022. These consultations will also lay the foundation for future sitework to protect burial sites and other sensitive information, in addition to, cover the specific topics listed in the Dear Tribal Leader letter.
Wednesday, November 17
1 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Please register in advance
Thursday, November 18
1 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Please register in advance
Tuesday, November 23
1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. ET
Please register in advance

Senate Indian Affairs Committee: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1364, H.R. 1975, H.R. 2088 & H.R. 4881
2021-11-17 13:30
November 17 at 2:30 pm Eastern
Senate Indian Affairs Committee: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1364, H.R. 1975, H.R. 2088 & H.R. 4881

S. 1364 – Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Recognition Act

H.R. 1975 – Pala Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2021

H.R. 2088 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act

H.R. 4881 – Old Pascua Community Land Acquisition Act
S.648 – Technical Correction to the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2021

NAFOA Seminars - Building Career Pathways: Working for Treasuring
2021-11-17 14:00 - 15:00 | United States
NAFOA and Treasury will be co-hosting a two-part seminar on November 16 and 17, 2021 to inform Native American youth and young professionals about the function of Treasury and how working for Treasury can contribute to professional growth while making an impact on their communities and country. The seminar will provide practical advice on how to navigate the job search, the USAJobs application process and how to highlight applicants’ experiences and talents to stand out during the recruitment and application recruitment process. Treasury staff will discuss why they chose Treasury for their careers and give insight into their day-to-day experiences.
Register
Part I: Intro to Careers in Treasury
Tuesday, November 16 at 3:00 – 4:00 pm ET

Welcome and Opening Remarks
Introduction to Treasury: Who are we, what do we do and why it matters
What’s it Like to Work for Treasury?
Career Opportunities with Treasury

Part II: The Application Process
Wednesday, November 17 at 3:00 – 4:00 pm ET

Applying for a Treasury Position
Standing Out from the Competition

NAFOA Webinar Series - Building Career Pathways: Working for Treasury
2021-11-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
NAFOA and Treasury will be co-hosting a two-part seminar on November 16 and 17, 2021 to inform Native American youth and young professionals about the function of Treasury and how working for Treasury can contribute to professional growth while making an impact on their communities and country. The seminar will provide practical advice on how to navigate the job search, the USAJobs application process and how to highlight applicants’ experiences and talents to stand out during the recruitment and application recruitment process. Treasury staff will discuss why they chose Treasury for their careers and give insight into their day-to-day experiences.
Part I: Intro to Careers in Treasury
Tuesday, November 16 at 3:00 – 4:00 pm ET

Welcome and Opening Remarks
Introduction to Treasury: Who are we, what do we do and why it matters
What’s it Like to Work for Treasury?
Career Opportunities with Treasury

Part II: The Application Process
Wednesday, November 17 at 3:00 – 4:00 pm ET

Applying for a Treasury Position
Standing Out from the Competition

Register

House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis: “Tribal Voices, Tribal Wisdom: Strategies for the Climate Crisis”
2021-11-18 08:30 | United States
November 18 at 9:30 am Eastern
House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis: “Tribal Voices, Tribal Wisdom: Strategies for the Climate Crisis”

USET Climate Science Liaison, Dr. Casey Thornburgh, will testify.

Senate Special Committee on Aging Hearing on, "Inclusive Disaster Management: Improving Preparedness, Response, and Recovery”
2021-11-18 08:30 | United States
November 18 at 9:30 am Eastern
Senate Special Committee on Aging Hearing on, “Inclusive Disaster Management: Improving Preparedness, Response, and Recovery”

POSTPONED: Department of the Interior Self-Governance Advisory Committee (SGAC)
2021-11-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
UPDATE 10/28:
Due to scheduling challenges because of the numerous meetings and events scheduled in November, DOI SGAC leadership decided to postpone the scheduled November SGAC meeting until the week of January 31, 2022. Information about the January 2022 meeting and whether it will convene in person will be shared in early December.

The Department of the Interior Self-Governance Advisory Committee (SGAC) is scheduled to meet on November 18, 2021, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm eastern time. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. If you have any issues or topics you would like to include on the agenda, please go to https://www.tribalselfgov.org/advisory-committees/sgac/ and scroll down to the bottom of the page to the section titled “agenda request”

NAFOA Webinar: Keeping Older Adults' Money Safe: Perspectives on Community Collaboration and Financial Caregiving
2021-11-18 12:30 | Virtual Event
Join NAFOA and experts from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for a webinar, “Keeping Older Adults’ Money Safe: Perspectives on Community Collaboration and Financial Caregiving” on Thursday, November 18 at 1:30pm ET.
In this webinar, representatives from the CFPB’s Office for Older Americans will highlight actions community stakeholders can take to help older adults protect their financial independence. The CFPB Office for Older Americans will also explain how to obtain and use free consumers resources to help financial caregivers (people who manage money for a loved one) with their roles and responsibilities.
Webinar Details:
Thursday, November 18, 2021
1:30 – 2:30pm Eastern Time
This webinar is open to all. Registration is required to attend.
For questions, please email Bettina Gonzalez, Education, Communications, and Media Specialist, at bettina@nafoa.org.

Keeping Older Adults Money Safe: Perspectives on Community Collaboration and Financial Caregiving
2021-11-18 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
Join NAFOA and experts from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for a webinar, “Keeping Older Adults Money Safe: Perspectives on Community Collaboration and Financial Caregiving.”
In this webinar, representatives from the CFPB’s Office for Older Americans will highlight actions community stakeholders can take to help older adults protect their financial independence. The CFPB Office for Older Americans will also explain how to obtain and use free consumers resources to help financial caregivers (people who manage money for a loved one) with their roles and responsibilities.
Registration is required to attend.

2021 National Native American Language Summit
2021-11-18 13:00 - 17:00, 2021-11-19 13:00 - 17:00 | United States
2021 National Native American Languages Summit
Native Communities Leading and Taking Control of their Native Languages

VIRTUAL

November 18, 2021 2:00pm – 6:00pm EST
November 19, 2021 2:00pm – 6:00pm EST

There is no registration fee for the NNALS. To register go to:
https://2021nativeamericanlanguagesummit.eventbrite.com

For more information, please contact ron.lessard@ed.gov

IHS November All Tribal and Urban Indian Organization Leaders Call
2021-11-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
IHS November All Tribal and Urban Indian Organization Leaders Call
November 18 at 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern.
The Indian Health Service invites you to join us on Thursday, November 18, for our monthly call for Tribal leaders and Urban Indian Organization leaders to provide important IHS updates and to extend an opportunity for leaders to share input with IHS officials.

Tribal Consultation on Proposed Methodology for Reallocating Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds
2021-11-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
Tribal Consultation on Proposed Methodology for Reallocating Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funds
Thursday, November 18 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern
Register
The Department of the Treasury is seeking your input on the methodology for reallocating Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funds to Tribal governments.
Specifically, our questions are:

What factors should be considered when determining a Tribe’s ability to expend funds that should be considered in reallocating funds?
What factors and data should be considered when determining the reallocation of funds to high-need, high-performing Tribes and TDHEs?
Reallocation for states were based on a minimum expenditure ratio. Are there any mitigating factors that are unique to Tribal governments and TDHEs that should be considered when reviewing the minimum expenditure ratio?
Are their circumstances where an increase in technical assistance to Tribes and TDHEs would greatly enhance performance? How would Treasury determine this need?
In the state program, states facing a reallocation were able to present a case for mitigating circumstances. What are circumstances likely to be presented by Tribes and TDHEs in requesting a review of potential reallocation?
In the state program, efforts were made to keep funds within the same state boundaries. Given the diversity in the geographic and demographic composition of American Indians, what would you recommend to Treasury that helps ensure reallocations are fair and equitable?

We respectfully request that each Tribe register one primary leader or designee to provide comments. If time permits, we will hear from Tribal stakeholders. All others are welcome to register as listen-only participants. Written comments are welcomed and should be submitted to EmergencyRentalAssistance.gov. The deadline for comments on implementation to be submitted is Tuesday, November 30, 2021 11:59 p.m. AK.

90 Degrees Benefits Presentation
2021-11-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
90 Degrees Benefits Presentation
hosted by USET Tribal Health Program Support

When: Friday, November 19 at 9:00 am – 10:00 am Central/10:00 am – 11:00 am Eastern
Who should attend: Health Directors, Medical/Health Staff, Tribal Leaders
What: This interactive presentation will provide information on how the STARx (Save with Tribal Access Rx Program) can help Tribal Nations and Tribal Health Clinics save on pharmaceutical Rx expenses. 90 Degrees Benefits has partnered with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation through Pequot Health Care to produce the STARx program. This program is exclusively available for Tribal Nations and offers potential savings from 20% to 40% off the current PBM/retail Rx spend. Dr. Setu Vora, Chief Medical Officer of the Mashantucket Pequot Health Care, spearheads the STARx program and will be presenting this session. There will be a Q & A session for attendees following the presentation.
Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
PowerPoint Presentation
The scheduled presentation by “90 Degrees Benefits” does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by USET. All information provided is for informational purposes only.

Treasury, Interior and White House Hosting a Recovery Funding Update
2021-11-19 10:00 | Virtual Event
Treasury, Interior, and the White House are Hosting a Recovery Funding Update
Friday, November 19 at 11:00 am Eastern
Register
Treasury has released an update confirming that Tribal governments will not be required to certify civil rights compliance for Treasury pandemic programs.
Additionally, Tribal governments that received less than $30 million in SLFRF funding will be permitted to report annually rather than quarterly.

Washington Post Live: Race in America History Matters
2021-11-19 10:00 | Virtual Event
Washington Post Live
Race in America
History Matters
Friday, November 19 at 11:00 am Eastern
Native American Heritage Month in November is a time to mark the diverse cultures, histories and contributions of native people. On Friday, Nov. 19 at 11:00 a.m. ET, Kevin Gover, the Smithsonian’s under secretary for museums and culture, and Angeline Boulley, author of the bestselling book, “’Firekeeper’s Daughter,” discuss their reflections and personal journeys.
Register for the program.

Webinar Series: Connecting Prevention Specialists to Native Communities
2021-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The National American Indian & Alaska Native PTTC, in collaboration with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Tribal Training and Technical Assistance Center, is holding virtual trainings for prevention specialists to support Native communities. These monthly trainings will cover topics such as crisis response, creating safe spaces to heal, sexual assault awareness, youth engagement, food sovereignty and will share resources and encourage peer support among participants. Read more here.

Treasury's SSBCI Guidance Webinar for Tribal governments
2021-11-19 14:30 | Virtual Event
SSBCI Guidance Webinar for Tribal Governments
Friday, November 19, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. EDT
Zoom link (no registration required)
Treasury has released its guidance for the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Program.
Tribal governments have a $500 million set aside. The guidance provides, in relevant part, that:

Tribes may apply jointly for SSBCI.
Tribal enterprises may be lenders or investors in SSBCI programs
Tribal enterprise revenue may satisfy private credit matching requirements.

A notice of intent and application initiation is due by Dec. 11, 2021. Application completion is due on Feb. 11, 2021.
In addition to the Friday session, Treasury’s outreach team (Zacharias Shaikh zshaikh@fmshq.com) will be communicating with Tribal organizations to schedule an overview of the guidance and application for your members.

USDA Briefing on Build Back Better
2021-11-19 14:30 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
You are Invited to Join USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack for a Briefing on Build Back Better
Friday, November 19, 2021
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern
Register here: Zoom Link
Please join this briefing where the Secretary will highlight how the Build Back Better Act, passed by today by the U.S. House of Representatives, will support the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s mission of strengthening and supporting rural America and the middle class. The groundbreaking legislation is instrumental in the Biden-Harris Administration’s plan to rebuild the middle class and will set the United States on course to meet its climate goals, create millions of good-paying jobs, enable more Americans to join and remain in the labor force, and grow our economy from the bottom and middle out.

Wampanoag and Noepe as One
2021-11-20 10:00
The Martha’s Vineyard Museum is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with a presentation on Saturday, Nov. 20 by Darius Coombs, cultural outreach coordinator for the Mashpee Wampanoag.
The event is called Wampanoag and Noepe as One, and it traces the history of the Wampanoag people on the Vineyard, which goes back thousands of years.
Mr. Coombs will talk about the Wampanoag way of life throughout the centuries and detail the effects on colonization.
Mr. Coombs is the former director of the Wampanoag Indigenous Program at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, and has worked with Smithsonian, History Channel, National Geographic and Scholastic, to name a few organizations he has been affiliated with. He is also the recipient of the 2016 New England Museum Association (NEMA) Award for Excellence and the 2021 Bay State Legacy award.
The event begins at 11 a.m. Eastern on Saturday and advance registration is required.
The cost is $15/member; $20/non-member. The event can also be viewed virtually by Zoom.
For tickets, Zoom links and more information, visit mvmuseum.org or call 508-627-4441.
