NTIA will discuss the next stage in the Digital Equity Act grant programs and how Native Entities (Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities, and Native Hawaiian organizations) can reduce barriers to digital equity in their communities. Speakers will discuss the Digital Equity Native Entity Application that opens on Wednesday, September 25. If you would like to request […]
Update - This webinar was previously scheduled for September 24. September 26 at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Central/2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Register Who should attend: Public health staff, chronic disease prevention staff, health educators, agriculture and foodways staff, Native chefs, Tribal leaders, farmers market staff/volunteers, etc. We are excited to announce an […]
September 26 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register The National Indian Health Board is partnering with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to host a Tribal listening session on long term services and supports (LTSS). We invite Tribal leaders, Tribal technical assistants, Tribal health professionals, and Tribal citizens to attend the […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter September 26 at 3:00 pm Eastern Register As part of the Federal response to the Not Invisible Act Commission’s recommendations on how to combat the missing and murdered Indigenous persons and Human Trafficking crises, the Department of the Interior and the Department of Justice are committed to holding a roundtable to […]
Date: Thursday, Sep. 26, 2024 – 3– 4 p.m. ET via Zoom. Audience: State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial elected officials, representatives from climate focused organizations, community organizations, private sector, and academia. Registration is required. Register at: https://fema.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_s0ySdUDzQpi0ZVbkAnlIdA (-> lnks.gd) In celebration of NYC Climate Week, you are invited to join a discussion focused on climate […]
September 27 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register On September 4, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced two new policies on data access. One policy would be for Tribes, and one for Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs). According to HHS, “the revised documents reflect the input received from Tribal leaders in prior […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter September 27 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern Register The Clean Electricity Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Amount Program promotes cost-saving clean energy investments in low-income communities, on Indian land, as part of affordable housing developments, and directly benefiting low-income households. The proposed rules address the technology neutral version of the […]
September 28 and 28 Gates open Saturday at 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Grand entry at noon Gates open Sunday at 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Grand entry at 1:00 pm For more information, visit www.chickahominytribe.org.
September 30 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register The DOE is holding a virtual public meeting of the Electric Vehicle Working Group (EVWG), formed by the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to make recommendations to the Secretaries of Energy and Transportation regarding the development, adoption, and integration of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty electric vehicles into […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter September 30 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Once your register, you will receive a confirmation email and a unique participant link. If registration is not possible, or if you have trouble registering, please email tribalconsultation@omb.eop.gov. The U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is holding a Tribal listening […]
September 4 at 4:30 pm Eastern Join via MS Teams Link September 30 at 5:00 pm Eastern Join via MS Teams Link The National Park Service (NPS) will be conducting two virtual Tribal consultations sessions to share information on the National Park Service’s multi-year and multi-state effort to study the history, legacy, and impacts of […]
September 30 at 8:00 pm Eastern Register Learn about the White House Fellowship! Several White House Fellows alumni will discuss their experiences with the Fellowship. Participants will be able to submit questions during the webinar.
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October 1-2, 2024 in Orono, Maine Don’t miss this exceptional chance to witness a mock Wellness team meeting and court proceedings in action, interact with court personnel, and listen to the stories of individuals who have effectively journeyed toward their recovery! Topics include: Effective Tribal / State Collaboration Utilizing a Peer Recovery Advocate Mock Team […]
Brought to the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries (AAMG) by the Association on American Indian Affairs September 17 & October 1, 2024 September 17 | Part 1: Introduction to the new NAGPRA regulations and how to read and interpret the law. The new NAGPRA regulations have finally synced the intent of the legislation with appropriate […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter September 25 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register Location: Virtual September 26 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Register Location: Dallas, Texas October 1 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Eastern Register Location: Washington, DC October 3 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Register Location: Seattle, Washington […]
UPDATE: Our October meeting will take place in person during the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting. The USET Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force (Tribal PHPR) is a Tribally centered epidemiological approach to public health preparedness and resilience with the primary goal of strengthening the resilience of Tribal Nations in the USET […]
he U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Office of the Deputy Secretary, is initiating Tribal consultation on two new draft policies: (1) the HHS Tribal Data Access Policy, and (2) the HHS Tribal Epidemiology Center (TEC) Data Access Policy . The revised documents reflect the input received from Tribal leaders in prior consultation, as […]
October 2-3 at 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Eastern Register This training from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide attendees with a comprehensive introduction to the Native American Housing and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA). Participants will become familiar with all program activities, including rental housing, home-buyer programs, rehabilitation, and […]
The IRS is offering office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new 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 […]
October 2 at 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern Register Please join the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) to learn about national concerns and emerging issues in preparation for the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation this November. This webinar will feature the co-chairs of the NCAI’s Violence Against Women Task Force as […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter September 25 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register Location: Virtual September 26 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Register Location: Dallas, Texas October 1 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Eastern Register Location: Washington, DC October 3 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Register Location: Seattle, Washington […]
October 3 at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Join via Zoom link The TTPSF webinar will review the funding opportunity. Grant funding is available for: Development and update of transportation safety plans Data assessment, improvement, and analysis - identifying data needs, improving crash data collection, compiling other safety data, or conducting safety studies Systemic […]
In recognition of the bold and visionary leadership of our founding member Tribal Nations and leaders who set forth the mission of USET back in 1969, we celebrate “USET Founders Day” on October 5 every year. USET/USET SPF offices are closed. Learn more about USET Founders Day.
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 […]
On October 8, 2024, the White House Initiative for Native Americans and Tribal Colleges and Universities, the Department of Education, and the National Indian Education Association will convene the 11th Annual Native Languages Summit (NLS) with the 2011 Native Language MOA signatories. This year’s theme, Beyond the Decade: Inspiring a Generation of Native Language Learners, focuses on encouraging continued momentum […]
*This special event is in conjunction with the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting, hosted by the Seminole Tribe of Florida on October 7-9, 2024, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood. Participants of the USET/USET SPF Annual Board of Directors Meeting are invited to join this special event. Learn more […]
October 8 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Eastern Register Between the election and the 2025 legislative sunsets, there is much to consider in the tax world. Join Forvis Mazars for a complimentary webinar providing an overview and planning considerations with these upcoming events in mind. Head into the year-end with information you and your […]
October 8 at 12:00 pm Central Register Attend an insightful webinar focused on the latest advancements in mental and behavioral health (BH) through integrated care. This session will delve into the transformative potential of our behavior health suite, showcasing how it can significantly improve patient outcomes while being user-friendly and comprehensive. Key Topics Covered: Mental […]
October 8 at 2:00 pm - 3:45 pm Eastern Register Registration deadline: October 4, 2024 Non-DOJ applicants will receive notification of their application status by: October 7, 2024 The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) provides minimum Federal standards for the removal of Indian children from their families and placement in foster and adoptive homes. Tribal and […]
55th Annual NIEA Convention & Trade Show Education Sovereignty: A Declaration of Change The National Indian Education Association will be holding its 55th Annual Convention and Trade Show in Palm Springs, CA, October 9-12th, 2024. Join more than 2,000 Native educators, students, tribal leaders, and advocates at the largest Native education convention in the nation. […]
October 9 at 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Central Register The WHEJAC will convene an in-person public meeting with a virtual option on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Central Time. Meeting discussions will focus on several topics including, but not limited to, workgroup activities, panel discussions, updates from the […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter September 25 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register Location: Virtual September 26 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Register Location: Dallas, Texas October 1 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Eastern Register Location: Washington, DC October 3 at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Register Location: Seattle, Washington […]
UPDATE: This month's Infectious Disease ECHO has been canceled due to the USET/USET SPF Annual Meeting. We look forward to seeing you in November. We invite you and your staff to participate in the Infectious Disease ECHO. This ECHO merged the previous COVID-19 and Hepatitis C ECHOs and will focus on a different topic every […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper Thursday, October 10 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register Wednesday, October 16 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register FEMA will host virtual Tribal consultations with Tribal Nations to discuss suggested approaches for a redesigned CRS. The purpose of the redesign is to enhance the CRS’s […]
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Native American Day! Learn more about this special day. USET/USET SPF offices are closed today.
You are invited to the 2024 DHS External Tribal Quarterly Meetings. These virtual quarterly meetings are hosted by DHS Tribal Affairs and provide an opportunity to have discussions on Homeland Security matters such as equity, resource availability, partnerships, law enforcement and security, cybersecurity, disaster response, and prevention of human trafficking and targeted violence. They welcome […]
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 […]
October 15 at 2:00 pm Central/3:00 pm Eastern Register This is a 1-hour webinar covering important information about the TCU Energy and Food Sovereignty Nexus Prize. This prize is exclusively available to students and faculty at Tribal Colleges and Universities. During the webinar, prize administrators will cover prize goals, key dates, how to submit your […]
October 16 at 12:00 pm Eastern Join via Zoom link The EPA is holding a set of Office Hours for users of EJScreen, EPA’s environmental justice screening and mapping tool. These office hours will be a chance for the public to talk with EPA EJScreen experts about how to use and apply the tool, among other […]
October 16 at 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Register Join the third webinar of the Department of the Interior Environmental Justice Steering Committee’s Environmental Justice Technical Assistance Webinar Series on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 2:30 – 3:30 pm ET (11:30 am – 12:30 pm PT). This webinar will focus on the topic: How to Write […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper Thursday, October 10 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register Wednesday, October 16 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register FEMA will host virtual Tribal consultations with Tribal Nations to discuss suggested approaches for a redesigned CRS. The purpose of the redesign is to enhance the CRS’s […]
The Office of Indian Services Department of Human Services (OIS-DHS) has scheduled FASSR training on October 16, 21, and 23. It will be the same training with three dates to select from and is open to all programs who operate a welfare assistance program. For those unable to attend one of the training sessions, […]
October 17-18 at 10:00 am - 6:00 pm CEST Geneva, Switzerland Register The OHCHR will hold the second of the two intersessional meetings mandated under paragraph 16 of Resolution 54/12, in which the Council decided to “continue to discuss and develop further steps and measures necessary to enable and to facilitate the participation of Indigenous […]
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 […]
October 17 at 2:00 pm Central/3:00 pm Eastern Register The DOE Office of Indian Energy will conduct an informational webinar on October 17, 2024 (3-5:00 p.m. ET) to provide information on the Tribal Colleges and Universities Planning for Clean Energy Transition - 2025 (DE-FOA-0003403) funding opportunity announcement (FOA) to potential applicants. In addition to describing […]
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 […]
The Office of Indian Services Department of Human Services (OIS-DHS) has scheduled FASSR training on October 16, 21, and 23. It will be the same training with three dates to select from and is open to all programs who operate a welfare assistance program. For those unable to attend one of the training sessions, […]
October 21 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register Under the Inflation Reduction Act, Tribal Nations may now directly access certain clean energy tax credits through a process called elective pay. On October 7, 2024, the Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service released proposed rules that expand eligibility for clean energy tax credits […]
October 22-24 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm each day Register DOE’s Justice Week 2024: Equity in Action is a hybrid event spotlighting the work that DOE is doing to advance energy justice and equity.
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. presents the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence, strengths, balance, innate resources, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper Register for one of the sessions below. October 22 at 2:30-4:00 pm Alaska Time Southcentral Foundation, Mt. Ahklun Building Gathering Room 4501 Diplomacy Dr. Anchorage, AK 99508 This consultation session will be held in coordination with the Alaska Intertribal Technical Assistance Working Group meeting. Up-to-date information can be found […]
The Office of Indian Services Department of Human Services (OIS-DHS) has scheduled FASSR training on October 16, 21, and 23. It will be the same training with three dates to select from and is open to all programs who operate a welfare assistance program. For those unable to attend one of the training sessions, […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper October 23 and 24 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm each day Register The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) will host a virtual Tribal Consultation on the Tribal Set-Aside from the Crime Victims Fund for Fiscal Year 2025 on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, and Thursday, October 24, 2024, […]
The following webinars provide application guidance on this grant program: October 23, 3:00 pm ET: Standard Forms October 30, 4:00 pm ET: Registration, Entity Type November 13, 2:00 pm ET: Project Narrative November 21, 2:00 pm ET: Consolidated Budget Form December 11, 3:00 pm ET: Additional Funding & Other Certifications
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper October 23 and 24 at 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm each day Register The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) will host a virtual Tribal Consultation on the Tribal Set-Aside from the Crime Victims Fund for Fiscal Year 2025 on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, and Thursday, October 24, 2024, […]
October 24 at 2:00 pm Eastern Register Tribal nations face unique challenges when seeking solutions to the digital equity gaps in their communities. This webinar will feature Tribal leaders discussing how they are using federal and other resources to create pathways to success for their residents.
On October 24th from 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time, NAFOA will host a listening session to discuss the Tribal General Welfare Exclusion (GWE) Act’s recent Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). NAFOA actively encourages tribal leaders and stakeholders to participate and share feedback in preparation for the Treasury’s Tribal Consultations scheduled for next month. You […]
October 24 at 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Central Register Through the new $25 million funding opportunity announcement, the DOE Office of Indian Energy anticipates making approximately 20–40 awards that range from $100,000 to $2,500,000 for projects that support the planning, assessment, and development of clean energy for Tribal buildings or on Tribal lands. Applications […]
October 24 at 3:30 pm Eastern Register ACF, through the Office of Early Childhood Development, is gathering input on the Tribal Integrated Early Education Services (TIEES) legislative proposal. It would give Tribal Nations more flexibility to integrate early childhood funding streams into a single coordinated, culturally grounded, and Tribally driven program (Child Care and Development […]