Events

Treasury Department Tribal Consultation on a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) entitled “Long-Term, Part-Time Employee Rules for Cash or Deferred Arrangements Under Section 401(k)”

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Leader Letter May 17 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Many Tribal governments provide a retirement plan as an incentive to attract and retain employees. The Long-Term, Part-Time Employee Rules for Cash or Deferred Arrangements Under Section 401(k) NPRM contains a proposed regulation that would reflect statutory changes made by section […]

NIHB National Tribal Health Conference

The Monument Rapid City

May 20-23, 2024 Rapid City, South Dakota Conference website The NIHB National Tribal Health Conference is a week-long event that serves American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes in the space of health - behavioral and public health. The conference will showcase the interconnectedness of policy, advocacy, and Indian health best practices. Programming includes tribal listening […]

HRSA Annual Tribal Consultation

The Monument Rapid City

Register The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will host a Tribal Consultation during the National Indian Health Board’s (NIHB) 2024 National Tribal Health Conference (NTHC) from 10:45 AM – 12:45 PM CT on Monday, May 20, 024, at The Monument in Rapid City, SD. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the […]

APHIS Tribal Training on the Chronic Wasting Disease funding opportunity.

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Leader Letter Registration for Webinar May 6 at 1:00 pm Eastern Web Join URL Zoom Join URL Meeting Password: 1RzIiTUgH Dial-in information: +1 669-254-5252 U.S. () +1 646-828-7666 U.S. () Meeting ID: 160 845 5864 May 20 at 1:00 pm Eastern Web Join URL Zoom Join URL Meeting Password: 1RzIiTUgH Dial-in information: +1 […]

Social Security Administration Benefit Coordinator (appointed rep vs power of attorney) Training

Virtual Event

May 21 at 10:00 Eastern Register May 22 at 1:30 pm Eastern Register The Social Security Administration (SSA) invites you to join the monthly FREE virtual training series focused on policy topics important to Tribal communities. This information will assist Tribal Benefit Coordinators, Navigators, Social Workers, and other stakeholders who provide support to tribal members. […]

Webinar with Treasury on Elective Pay Final Regulations

Virtual Event

On March 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued final guidance on direct/elective pay of clean energy credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). At the same time, Treasury issued a proposed rule on certain joint ownership arrangements under elective pay, with a Tribal consultation held on […]

Broadband Technical Assistance: Preparing to Apply

Virtual Event

Presented by USDA Rural Development’s Rural Utilities Service, this webinar will provide information about the Broadband Technical Assistance (BTA) program and help prepare applicants ahead of the upcoming FY2024 funding window. This webinar will include: What applicants can do now to prepare for the next funding round System Registration and Applicant Identification Requirements A high-level […]

Social Security Administration Benefit Coordinator (appointed rep vs power of attorney) Training

Virtual Event

May 21 at 10:00 Eastern Register May 22 at 1:30 pm Eastern Register The Social Security Administration (SSA) invites you to join the monthly FREE virtual training series focused on policy topics important to Tribal communities. This information will assist Tribal Benefit Coordinators, Navigators, Social Workers, and other stakeholders who provide support to tribal members. […]

Native Language Summit Engagement Session

We are delighted to invite you to participate in the Native Language Summit Engagement Session on May 22, 2024, from 3-4:30 p.m. ET, to help shape the agenda for the upcoming Native Language Summit, “Beyond the Decade: Inspiring a Generation of Native Language Learners,” on October 8th in Palm Springs, CA. As valued tribal members of our […]

The Native American Suffrage Symposium

Hybrid Event TN

Thursday, May 23 at 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Capitol Campus, Room TBS Washington, DC 20002 Virtual Live streamed video - This hybrid event will be live streamed, register online to receive a link to the video recording. RSVP Join the U.S. Capitol Historical Society (USCHS) for a scholarly symposium commemorating the 100th anniversary of […]

Department of Homeland Security’s Tribal Government Affairs Virtual Consultation on the Immigration and Naturalization Act

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Leader Letter The Department of Homeland Security’s Tribal Government Affairs office will be hosting several virtual consultation sessions on proposed legislative changes to the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA), specifically section 289.  Monday, May 6, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., ET Register Friday, May 10, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 […]

Introduction to the NSF Engines Funding Opportunity Webinar

Virtual Event

The National Science Foundation's Regional Innovation Engines Program (NSF Engines) has a new funding opportunity, 24-565. Each NSF Engine award will provide a team up to $160 million over 10 years to support growing and sustaining a place-based regional innovation ecosystem built on a future-oriented R&D technology topic, translation of innovations to practice, and inclusive workforce development. The […]

FEMA Tribal Listening Sessions and Consultation on the Tribal Consultation Policy

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper FEMA Tribal Consultation Policy FEMA invites Tribal Nations to participate in a series of tribal listening sessions and consultations to provide feedback on the current Tribal Consultation Policy. FEMA is committed to ensuring all participants have equal access regardless of disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation due to […]

Indian Country ECHO Webinar on Syphilis Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Virtual Event

Healthcare professionals and other staff serving AI/AN populations are invited to participate in this 2.5-hour virtual training program. The session will feature multidisciplinary presentations on best practices for responding to the rise of syphilis and congenital syphilis in Tribal communities. The webinar will take place on May 28 at 12:00 – 2:30pm ET. Please access […]

Rural Clean Energy Federal Funding Fair

Virtual Event

Additional Funding Opportunities for Clean Energy Projects U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is hosting our next federal funding fair on May 28, 2024! Rural Development (RD) recognizes that clean energy support for rural communities is in high demand and is hosting a series of virtual federal funding fairs for entities interested in building […]

FEMA Tribal Listening Sessions and Consultation on the Tribal Consultation Policy

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper FEMA Tribal Consultation Policy FEMA invites Tribal Nations to participate in a series of tribal listening sessions and consultations to provide feedback on the current Tribal Consultation Policy. FEMA is committed to ensuring all participants have equal access regardless of disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation due to […]

HHS Briefing for Tribal Communities on Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis

Virtual Event

Please join ADM Rachel Levine, Assistant Secretary for Health at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Dr. Loretta Christensen, Chief Medical Officer at the Indian Health Service (IHS), and Dr. Laura Bachman, Acting Director of the Division of STD Prevention at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a briefing on […]

CMS Health Equity Conference

Virtual participation options are still available for CMS's upcoming Health Equity Conference on May 29-30 in Bethesda, Maryland. The theme is "Sustaining Health Equity Through Action." Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from CMS leadership on recent program developments; explore the latest health equity research; discuss promising practices and creative solutions; and collaborate on […]

ONTL and Wildlife Services Tribal Webinar on the Rabies Program

Virtual Event

The USDA’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service’s (APHIS) Office of National Tribal Liaison (ONTL) values the partnerships between APHIS and Tribal Nations. They feel providing opportunities for Tribal Nations to learn about their national programs that safeguard natural resources will aid in developing partnerships and strengthening already existing ones. ONTL and Wildlife Services will host […]

Forest Service and First Nations Development Institute virtual office hours

Virtual Event

A one-pager on the open funding opportunity to support Tribal participation in emerging climate markets A compendium of all Landowner Assistance funding opportunities that could support work on Tribal lands The Forest Service and First Nations Development Institute will co-host a series of virtual office hours for federally recognized Tribes and Alaska Native corporations and villages. […]

HHS Annual Regional Tribal Consultations: Region 2

123 Easy Street, Nashville

Dear Tribal Leader: I write to invite you to the 2024 Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Annual Regional Tribal Consultations that will be held across the country. The Regional Consultations provide regional forums for Tribes to share their views, concerns, and recommendations with HHS officials on health and human services priorities. We hope […]