The USET Tribal Health Program Support is excited to host the Youth Mental Health First Aid for Tribal Communities & Indigenous Peoples in Nashville, TN during the 2023 USET-BIA-IHS Partnership Meeting & USET Semi-Annual Board of Directors Meeting.

Why Mental Health First Aid? Confidently recognize and respond to an Indigenous adolescent ages 12-18 who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. Adolescence is a time of critical change and development, and a time when mental health challenges often emerge. Provide a strong cultural connection and early intervention with a culturally appropriate course designed to acknowledge and honor Tribal Communities’ and Native Americans’ practices.

When: June 12, 2023 at 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Central

Hotel Information:

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Hotel
623 Union Street
Nashville, Tennessee 37219

Call (615) 259-2000 or click here to make your reservation.

Group rate is $289/night. Make your reservation by May 22 at 5:00 PM Central to receive this discounted rate.

Parking pricing and information:

• Self parking at $50.00 per night
• Valet parking at $60.00 per night

Who should attend: 

• Adults ages 18 and older who work with Native American youth.
• Family members of Native American youth.
• Other individuals who are a part of, connected to or support Tribal Communities and Native American youth.

The Course Covers:

• Unique impacts of mental health and mental health challenges on Tribal Communities and Native American youth.
• Risk factors and protective factors specific to Native American youth.
• How mental health topics apply to their community, family and selves.
• Applying the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios that reflect the unique needs and experiences of youth of Tribal and Native American Communities.
• National, regional and community mental health resources for youth of Tribal and Native American Communities.

Registration: To register for the training, please email Onawa Miller, USET THPS Director, at omiller@usetinc.org. Space is limited.

If you plan on also attending the 2023 USET-BIA-IHS Partnership Meeting & USET Semi-Annual Board of Directors Meeting, please register separately for that meeting.

Welcome Reception: On Tuesday, June 13 at 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM our 2023 USET-BIA-IHS Partnership Meeting & USET Semi-Annual Board of Directors Meeting Welcome Reception will take place at the Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Hotel. All USET/USET SPF partners, colleagues, and meeting participants are encouraged to attend. Registration for the Semi-Annual Meeting is not required to attend the reception.

COVID Protocols 

The 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 continue to assess our protocols to ensure that they remain reflective of the current status of the pandemic.

Currently (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.

For questions, please contact Onawa Miller, USET THPS Director, at omiller@usetinc.org