Treasury will be hosting an informational briefing with USET/USET SPF member Tribal Nations to discuss the Small Business Credit Initiative (SBCI). The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (P.L. 117-2) provided $500 million for the SBCI program to be allocated among Tribal Nations to support financing for small businesses in Indian Country. SBCI funds may […]
The USET Water Laboratory Analyst Certification Level I course will cover the most important and commonly performed job tasks and capabilities for water laboratory analysts. The course will closely follow the “Need to Know” criteria to pass the ABC Class I certification exam. The course will begin on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 and continue weekly […]
Registration is open! View the agenda Tribal-DHS Homeland Security Summit A Virtual Gathering August 9-12 General times 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Eastern; 9:00-Noon Alaska Join Tribal and Department of Homeland Security, cybersecurity professionals, emergency services operators, emergency communications specialists, grants program managers, training providers, etc. in this virtual gathering. Our series of meetings brings us together […]
The Department of the Interior (Department) is planning to propose updates to its Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) regulations at 43 C.F.R. part 10 and invites Tribes to consult on its draft proposal prior to publication. The NAGPRA regulations at 43 C.F.R. part 10 provide a systematic process for the disposition and […]
The USET Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification Level I course will cover the most important and commonly performed job tasks and capabilities for Wastewater Treatment Operators. The course will closely follow the “Need to Know” criteria to pass the ABC Class I certification exam. The course will begin on June 9, 2021 and continue weekly until […]
In 1988, the Poeh Cultural Center & Museum was established as a “gathering place” and a way to promote Pueblo arts and culture. Owned and operated by the Pueblo of Pojoaque, the Poeh Cultural Center is a great example of how tribes have fused cultural arts and tourism into a successful enterprise. The Center’s business […]
Save the dates: August 10, September 1, September 15 | 1-2 p.m. EST This interactive series will provide a special focus on mental health issues ranging from coping with grief and loss to chronic stress and alcohol/substance misuse in our Urban Indian communities. Treatment and prevention experts will share effective strategies infused with cultural interventions that Urban […]
The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) announced a recent availability of funding for socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers. Non profits, higher education institutions, and tribal entities are able to apply to compete for this grant. The goal of this program is to “encourage and assist socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, veteran farmers […]
This three (3)-part training explores the condition that corporations and nonprofit organizations are required to have a governing Board of Directors or Commissioners who develop, approve and oversee the operational and financial processes needed for success. They are accountable to their stakeholders and must have an understanding and abide by the roles and responsibilities of […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will be presenting a webinar on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at 3 p.m. EST with information from its new report, titled “Recent Trends in Third-Party Billing at Urban Indian Organizations: A Focus on Medicaid, Telehealth, and Pandemic Response”. The presentation and accompanying report identify both barriers and […]
USET Water Distribution Operator ABC Class I Certification Course Session participants will learn regulations, operator math and chemistry, and specific distribution processes in detail. Other chapters cover water use and system design, water mains, hydrants and valves, water system supply, security and public relations. The course will closely follow the “Need to Know” criteria to […]
The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) and partner organizations will convene a Tribal Leader Town Hall on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. EDT. The purpose of the Town Hall is to discuss H.R. 3684: The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which is the $1.2 trillion bi-partisan infrastructure package passed by the U.S. […]
Established under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (P.L. 116-260), the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Grant Program provides $1 billion in grant funding for broadband deployment, adoption, and programmatic support to Indian Country. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) will be hosting a series of webinars to provide Tribal Nations with information on the program. […]
Mashpee Wampanoag and the Wampanoag Tribe of Aquinnah observe Metacoment Day every August 12th As an official holiday, tribal operations will be closed to observe the historic day. Metacomet, also known as King Philip, was the son of the Great Sachem Muhsasôyut 8sâmeeqan who welcomed English in 1620. Philip, or Metacom, became the last chief […]
The USET Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification Level I course will cover the most important and commonly performed job tasks and capabilities for Wastewater Treatment Operators. The course will closely follow the “Need to Know” criteria to pass the ABC Class I certification exam. The course will begin on June 9, 2021 and continue weekly until […]
Another program of the “Investing in America’s Communities” initiative, the “Good Jobs Challenge” provides $500 million in grant funds to focus on collaborative skills training systems and programs that bring together employers with hiring needs and other entities that train workers with in-demand skills. Preference will be given to programs that reach historically underserved populations […]
During the Office of Indian Education's final virtual session of the Summer Learning and Enrichment Collaborative on August 12, we will focus on conversation on our most important stakeholders: students! This session will offer opportunities to reflect on the decisions we made this summer, how we can reimagine what is possible in creating safe, supportive, […]
Please join the North County Climate Change Alliance for an eye opening presentation by renowned Physicist Amory Lovins who will discuss how unexpected developments in advanced energy efficiency and renewables will accelerate the transformation of today’s energy supply industries. A new energy future is rapidly emerging, often at the grassroots level, offering exciting opportunities for […]
The American Indians Accessing Health Professions Program (AIAHPP) is designed to give American Indian, Alaska Native and Indigenous students from undergraduate, community and tribal colleges exposure to different careers in the health professions, as well as the tools and mentors to help them get there. This conference is designed for AI/AN/Indigenous students who are interested […]
USET Water Distribution Operator ABC Class I Certification Course Session participants will learn regulations, operator math and chemistry, and specific distribution processes in detail. Other chapters cover water use and system design, water mains, hydrants and valves, water system supply, security and public relations. The course will closely follow the “Need to Know” criteria to […]
Who Should Attend: Executive Level Decision Makers in Tribal Gaming Executive Level Decision Makers at Tribal Government and Health Facilities Information Technology Department: Why Attend? Learn about the critical role and responsibilities of Tribal Executives, Tribal Regulators and Tribal technology resources in protecting and preparing your tribe or tribal enterprise Build and gain insight into […]
Every second Friday of the month: USET COVID-19 ECHO The session will include updates related to Indian Country, updates on the status of COVID-19 in the USET region, and an opportunity to ask questions and receive expert advice. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Central/12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern (join) Join by phone only at […]
The USET Water Laboratory Analyst Certification Level I course will cover the most important and commonly performed job tasks and capabilities for water laboratory analysts. The course will closely follow the “Need to Know” criteria to pass the ABC Class I certification exam. The course will begin on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 and continue weekly […]
Stakeholders are invited to join Assistant Secretary for Health for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Rachel L. Levine, M.D., Acting FDA Commissioner, Janet Woodcock, M.D., and Peter Marks, M.D., Ph.D., Director, FDA Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, to discuss vaccine updates for younger children and adolescents. Meeting Information When: Fri., August 13, 1:00 p.m. […]
WH/USDA/HHS Rural Health Briefing Date: Friday, August 13, 2021 Time: 2:00pm ET/1:00pm CT/12:00pm MT/11:00am PT RSVP: https://pitc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_o7y5D-T7S02K91wqcYNiBw Questions: Please submit to William.t.mcintee@who.eop.gov The briefing will now be joined by USDA Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh and HRSA Acting Administrator Diana Espinosa who will discuss rural health investments made possible by the American Rescue Plan Act that. […]