The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience. Its primary goal is to strengthen the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET region through strategies focused on mitigation, prevention, and preparation in the disaster management cycle. The Task Force also […]
On May 29, 2026, the Office of Management and Budget proposed the most significant rewrite of federal grant rules in decades. If finalized, the new regulation would take effect on October 1, 2026, and its impact on federal grants to Tribal Nations could be significant. Join NAFOA and a panel of experts as we break […]
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) was established by Congress in 2014 to “provide grants for projects to acquire land and water for parks and other outdoor recreation purposes and to develop new or renovate existing outdoor recreation facilities.” Since then, the National Park Service has invested $465 million in local outdoor recreation projects through 165 grants […]
Violence against Native women remains a significant public safety issue. According to the U.S. Department of the Interior- Indian Affairs Office, more than 1.5 million American Indian and Alaska Native women have experienced violence in their lifetime. Tribal law enforcement officers report persistent challenges in identifying and responding appropriately to victims, navigating victim reluctance to […]
The Department of the Interior (DOI or Department) is revising its Invasive Species Strategic Plan (plan). As part of this revision, the Department seeks your perspectives and input on priorities related to invasive species management. The Department is soliciting your feedback through a virtual listening session on July 8, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 […]
Due to the high demand for additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To provide feedback on topics, please email […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times. When: The first and third Wednesday of every […]
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 […]
The CDFI Fund’s monthly CDFI Certification Webinars are intended to serve as a forum for potential CDFI Certification Applicants, Certified CDFIs, and other CDFI Certification stakeholders to ask questions and discuss CDFI Certification and the CDFI Certification process. The webinars are open to the general public and do not require advance registration. During each webinar, CDFI […]
Positive Indian Parenting virtual training reconnects Native families with traditional child-rearing practices, blending timeless cultural teachings with modern parenting challenges to nurture strong families, preserve traditions, and empower future generations. This four-day train-the-trainer model for Positive Indian Parenting, the culturally responsive curriculum, draws on the strengths of historic Native child-rearing practices, incorporating lessons like storytelling, […]
Elder abuse is a widespread public health issue that often goes unreported due to the involvement of family members, caregivers, or other trusted individuals. This webinar will explore effective, victim-centered approaches to elder abuse investigations that address the unique physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of older adults while promoting safety, accountability, and healing. Participants […]
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Tribal and Native Affairs are hosting a national Tribal Economies Webinar Series. The four webinars will highlight strategies Tribal governments and Indian Country businesses can pursue to finance projects that promote economic growth and housing opportunities. Practitioners will […]