The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
2024 USET/USET SPF Impact Week March 27-29, 2024 Crystal Gateway Marriott Arlington, VA Dissimilar to many other Tribal/Native organizational meetings and conferences held across Indian Country, the USET/USET SPF Impact Week, Semi-Annual, and Annual Meetings are not open for general public registration due to the nature of these being formal meetings of our Board of […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
April 22-25, 2024 in Minneapolis, MN Registration is now open Taking place in Minneapolis, MN on April 22-25, 2024, the Annual Conference will bring together a community of leaders, practitioners, and learners at the intersection of philanthropy, Native advocacy, and Tribal sovereignty to collaborate on ways to be involved in the movement to Indigenize Philanthropy. […]
Monday, April 22 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Thursday, May 9 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Registration is required The U.S. Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) and the Office of Indian Energy (IE) are co-hosting office hours to answer questions about Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and the Indian […]
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces the Annual Consultation and Listening Session on Tribal Barriers: Annual Progress Report and Feedback for Next Steps, to be held April 22-26, 2024. These meetings with Tribal Nation officials will highlight historic Biden-Harris Administration investments made in response to Tribal Nation requests and […]
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces the Annual Consultation and Listening Session on Tribal Barriers: Annual Progress Report and Feedback for Next Steps, to be held April 22-26, 2024. These meetings with Tribal Nation officials will highlight historic Biden-Harris Administration investments made in response to Tribal Nation requests and […]
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces the Annual Consultation and Listening Session on Tribal Barriers: Annual Progress Report and Feedback for Next Steps, to be held April 22-26, 2024. These meetings with Tribal Nation officials will highlight historic Biden-Harris Administration investments made in response to Tribal Nation requests and […]
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces the Annual Consultation and Listening Session on Tribal Barriers: Annual Progress Report and Feedback for Next Steps, to be held April 22-26, 2024. These meetings with Tribal Nation officials will highlight historic Biden-Harris Administration investments made in response to Tribal Nation requests and […]
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces the Annual Consultation and Listening Session on Tribal Barriers: Annual Progress Report and Feedback for Next Steps, to be held April 22-26, 2024. These meetings with Tribal Nation officials will highlight historic Biden-Harris Administration investments made in response to Tribal Nation requests and […]
Monday, April 22 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Thursday, May 9 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Register for the May 9 session The U.S. Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) and the Office of Indian Energy (IE) are co-hosting office hours to answer questions about Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) […]
Small Business Industry Day | Wednesday, May 15 Register Virtual Matchmaking | Thursday, May 16 Register In collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Small Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), the Department of the Interior (DOI) OSDBU and the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), the Indian Health Service will co-host and […]
The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month by hosting the 2024 National AANHPI Business Summit on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, Washington D.C. Agenda: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Registration and Networking 1:00 PM- 4:00PM Business Summit Sessions 4:15 PM- 6:15 PM Networking Reception […]
As we observe Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Month (MMIP), the NIGC is organizing a special virtual conversation focused on the critical issue of protecting Indigenous populations, particularly through the lens of Tribal communities. This dialogue aims to shed light on the intersection of tribal sovereignty, public safety, and economic development within Native American Communities. […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
May 17, 2024 Additional information regarding the consultation meetings will be posted on MBDA's website at https://www.mbda.gov/tribalconsult2024. The Tribal consultation meetings will be recorded and transcribed so that MBDA can retain valuable input and feedback. Federal Register :: Minority Business Development Agency's Request for Public Comment and Notice of Tribal Consultation Meetings Members of the […]
June 4 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Register During the 42nd Annual NAFOA Conference, the Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office (LPO) Director Jigar Shah shared with attendees an overview of the recent conditional commitment for a loan guarantee to the Viejas Microgrid and/or microgrid projects for high-load centers like gaming, hospitality, and […]
June 18 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register ABFE and Native Americans in Philanthropy welcome you to engage in a gathering of non-profits, philanthropy, and emerging leaders for discussions and collaborative action-building philanthropy rooted in Native traditions and values as we explore the advocacy for responsive and transformative investment in Black and Indigenous communities. NAP’s curated […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
July 2 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Register Learn about the Survey of Native Nations at the Center for Indian Country Development (part of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis). The survey gathers tribal government financial statement data – primarily revenues and expenses from fiscal year 2022. Leveraging the resources of the […]
July 10 at 1:00 pm - 2:45 pm Eastern The public is invited to listen-in to the meeting using the link to the webcast: Treasury webcast. Attendees are not required to register to view the webcast. The next public meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) will be held on July 10, 2024, […]
July 17 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Central Register You are invited to join on July 17 the webinar for Economic Impact Beyond Tribal Economies, a Center for Indian Country Development (CICD) event exploring the local economic impacts of the two largest and fastest-growing sources of revenue for Native communities: gaming and federal contracting. […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
Between July and August, NAFOA will host a series of three webinars covering the new Tribal Tax Parity legislation, H.R. 8318, introduced in May by Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI) in partnership with Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ). This legislation is a critical step forward for tribal economies and business development and requires the support of Indian […]
July 24 at 1:00 pm Eastern Learn more and register Throughout Indian Country, the realities of capitalism are evident in our communities and within the philanthropic sector. The achievements of Indigenous peoples, businesses, and Native Nations reflect the resilience and innovation carried forward by our ancestors. Engaging in business development and effectively implementing it is […]
Between July and August, NAFOA will host a series of three webinars covering the new Tribal Tax Parity legislation, H.R. 8318, introduced in May by Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI) in partnership with Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ). This legislation is a critical step forward for tribal economies and business development and requires the support of Indian […]
August 8 at 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Eastern Register This webinar, held in honor of World Indigenous Peoples Day, will delve into the definition of Indigenous tourism from the perspectives and values of Indigenous communities, distinguishing between Indigenous-led tourism and tourism that features Indigenous peoples without their direct involvement.
2024 USET Tribal Best Practices Conference The Braided Path: Weaving together Wisdom, Innovation, and Community August 13-15, 2024 Nashville, TN Our Why: 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 […]
August 14 at 2:00 pm Eastern Register Small businesses play a critical role in the recent resurgence in U.S. manufacturing. The federal government has supported this with “Made in America” policies that are reshoring critical industries, strengthening major supply chains and rebuilding America’s industrial base. Join Small Business Majority and the SBA to learn about […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
Between July and August, NAFOA will host a series of three webinars covering the new Tribal Tax Parity legislation, H.R. 8318, introduced in May by Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI) in partnership with Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ). This legislation is a critical step forward for tribal economies and business development and requires the support of Indian […]
August 22 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register Please join this impressive group of practitioners and advocates on Thursday, August 22 at 1:00 PM ET for a holistic conversation on the needs and resources available to Native non-profits. Native Ways Federation’s Carly Bad Heart Bull (Dakota/Muscogee) and Native Voices Rising’s Shash Yázhí Moreno Charley (Diné) will […]
UPDATE: The webinar is postponed. More information is coming soon. Progressing the Whole Story: A Conversation of Economic Data presented by the USET Office of Economic Development During this webinar, attendees will explore the multifaceted aspects of Tribal economic data, uncovering insights that paint a holistic picture of economic activity within the USET region. The […]
August 29 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register NAFOA is hosting a webinar in conjunction with the Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA), that will provide an overview of the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 for those who oversee the administration of […]
Save the Date September 9 -11, 2024 Carrabassett Valley, Maine The Native CDFI Network, in partnership with NeighborWorks America and Four Directions Development Corporation, is hosting an Eastern Regional Event in Bangor and Carrabassett Valley, Maine! Join from September 9-11 to explore how CDFIs + Clean Energy Finance = Jobs + Native Household Savings! This […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
UPDATE (10/05/2024): As part of the planning for the 2024 USET & USET SPF Annual Meeting, we have been monitoring Hurricane Kirk and Hurricane Milton. While Hurricane Kirk appears to no longer hold any potential for concern, the most recent weather prediction has Hurricane Milton coming on shore as a category 2 by the latter […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter October 15 at 2:00 pm Eastern and October 17 at 10:00 am Eastern RSVP to AIAN.EC@ssa.gov and let them know which date (October 15th or October 17th) you plan to attend. You will receive the Framing Questions and Agenda documents as an attachment with your calendar invite. Their Tribal Consultation Call […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter October 15 at 2:00 pm Eastern and October 17 at 10:00 am Eastern RSVP to AIAN.EC@ssa.gov and let them know which date (October 15th or October 17th) you plan to attend. You will receive the Framing Questions and Agenda documents as an attachment with your calendar invite. Their Tribal Consultation Call […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
October 28-30, 2024 The Clyde Hotel Albuquerque, NM Learn more and register Indigenous Leadership Development Institute Inc. (ILDII), an Indigenous run not-for-profit organization located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada (incorporated in 2000), initiated the World Indigenous Business Forum (WIBF), in partnership with leaders of host countries representing Indigenous communities. This is an opportunity for leaders and entrepreneurs to connect […]
Presented by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Employment Rights Office November 5-7, 2024 Harrah's Cherokee Casino Register Conference website
November 6 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register November 13 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register You’re invited to join the IRS for free webinars hosted by the Office of Indian Tribal Governments. There will be two identical sessions. During the webinars they will review federal tax responsibilities for nonemployee payments […]
November 13 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Central Register Data are not static and lifeless. Leveraged effectively, data can help articulate and amplify our stories across Indian Country. Tribal leaders and institutions increasingly rely on braiding traditional data expertise with modern applications in ways that influence the economic prosperity of Indian Country. You are […]
November 6 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register November 13 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register You’re invited to join the IRS for free webinars hosted by the Office of Indian Tribal Governments. There will be two identical sessions. During the webinars they will review federal tax responsibilities for nonemployee payments […]
November 14 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Please RSVP to AIAN.EC@ssa.gov and you will receive the Agenda and Framing Questions with your calendar invite. This consultation will focus on the draft Tribal Action Plan for SSA including consultations, listening sessions, enhancing video connectivity, providing guides and training on SSA policy, recognition efforts for Native Languages […]
November 19 at 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Eastern Yates Auditorium Washington, DC Learn more and register The National Center APEX Accelerator will participate in the Native American Industry Day 2024 hosted by the U.S. General Services Administration in partnership with the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) from 9:00am to 4:30pm Eastern Time on […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which 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. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
From the recovery from the Great Depression and World War II rose the idea of the gross domestic product (GDP). GDP has become the ultimate measure of a sovereign’s overall well-being. Many of USET Tribal Nation members are the largest employers in their areas and contribute millions of dollars to local economies, however, other than […]