USET Best Practices Conference

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

USET member Tribal Nations have cared for their communities and environments since time immemorial. This wisdom and these invaluable best practices have been passed down through the generations fostering a unique relationship among each other and all living things. This advances a deep connection with the environment, providing holistic health approaches, and cultivates sustainable economic development.

This annual event presents an integrated approach to Tribal sovereignty and self-determination through the programmatic lens of our Offices of Environmental Resource Management, Economic Development, and Tribal Public Health. The conference features learning sessions for Tribal Leadership and staff to engage in a collaborative setting and share knowledge, wisdom, and innovation to enhance our collective strength and impact.

WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE

All Participants

  • Learn proven strategies from successful Tribal initiatives.
  • Share knowledge with peers facing similar challenges.
  • Gain tools to drive innovation and community impact.
  • Be inspired by Indigenous-led solutions rooted in culture and sovereignty.

 

Economic Development Staff

  • Strengthen cultural identity while driving innovation.
  • Explore sustainable and sovereign energy solutions.
  • Unlock funding strategies for long-term impact.
  • Build food sovereignty and create economic opportunity.
  • Develop strategies to support the Tribal workforce.
  • Examine case studies and create meaningful cultural experiences for Tribal citizens.

 

Natural Resources and Environmental Staff

  • Learn about food sovereignty as a roadmap to environmental, public health, and economic resilience.
  • Develop ways to integrate clean water approaches among utilities, facilities, and healthcare.
  • Explore Indigenous methods of resource management.
  • Find practical ways to weave Tribal health and economic development into environmental and resource management work.

 

Health Staff

  • Learn how to extend Indigenous food sovereignty efforts through community partnerships.
  • Examine trauma, addiction, and recovery from an Indigenous perspective.
  • Explore how oral health affects the entire body.
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Tribal Leaders

 

Vendors/Exhibitors

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- Tribal Health Staff
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- Tribal Economic Development Staff
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- Tribal Natural Resources Staff
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- Tribal Leader

SAMPLE AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE

Day 1

  • General Session
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 1
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 2
  • Lunch on your own
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 3
  • General Session
  • Reception

Day 2

  • General Session
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 4
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 5
  • Lunch on your own
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 6
  • General Session
  • Barter Market

Day 3

  • General Session
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 7
  • Breakout Sessions: Round 8
  • Closing Session

Frequently Asked Questions

There is no registration fee for participants or presenters, and a limited number of travel stipends will be available for staff from USET member Tribal Nations.

The Barter Market is an activity to facilitate trade and remember the value of our time, expertise, and craft beyond the cash economy. Participants bring an item or service—large or small—that can make for a good trade. Examples include maple syrup, seeds, beadwork, baskets, jam, teas, artwork, traditional tools, books, custom sewing, resume review, leadership training, and seed sorting.

 

         

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