August 6 at 12:00 pm Central Registration Join this webinar to learn more about the PROGRESS Act draft regulations. Among other things, the webinar will highlight areas of concern raised by the Tribal officials that participated on the negotiated rulemaking committee that drafted the regulations with federal officials. The draft regulations are out for Consultation […]
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 6 at 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Central Register The Department of Interior is hosting a webinar to share tips, tricks, and resources that will help you navigate available funding and access federal grants to benefit Tribal Nations and local communities. This will be the first webinar in a series from the DoI Environmental […]
Dear Colleague: On behalf of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (CDC/ATSDR), I invite you to the 28th Biannual CDC/ATSDR Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting, which will be held on August 7-8, 2024 (7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. AKT • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Event Webpage August 7 at 10:50 am - 12:00 pm Eastern Registration
Dear Tribal Leader Letter August 7 at 1:00 pm Eastern Zoom link You may provide written comments to consultation@bia.gov by 11:59 Eastern on August 14, 2024. If you have any questions regarding this consultation, please contact Kevin Martin, Office of Justice Services, at kevin.martin@bia.gov of (202) 657-3620.
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through program implementation, Treasury hosts weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link
August 7 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register August 8 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting Tribal Nations to attend virtual consultations on FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide Update. The agency is soliciting feedback on proposed updates to Version 5 of the […]
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management is partnering with West Yost Associates to provide Cyber-Incident Action Plan Development and a Tabletop Exercise to member USET Tribal Nations. This series will consist of six virtual training workshops informed cyber-incident first responders of the available resources, strategies and best practices in mitigating or minimizing the impact […]
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.
August 7 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Register August 8 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting Tribal Nations to attend virtual consultations on FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide Update. The agency is soliciting feedback on proposed updates to Version 5 of the […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter August 8 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Comments due on November 8, 2024
August 8 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Register
The Narragansett Indian Tribe will be celebrating our 349th Recorded Annual August Meeting/Pow Wow on Saturday, August 10, 2024, and Sunday, August 11, 2024. Chief Sachem Anthony Dean Stanton welcomes all of Rhode Island to join the Tribe in celebration and share in the traditional food, singing, and dancing. All activities are held on on […]
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 […]
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 13-15 Event Website The IHS Partnership Conference and Direct Service Tribes National Meeting provides one forum for direct service tribal leaders and IHS, tribal and urban (I/T/U) programs staff to receive updates, training and guidance on important programs within the Indian health system. Topics of relevance for Direct Service Tribal leaders will be highlighted as […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
UPDATE: Due to the USET Tribal Best Practices Conferences occurring this month, the Infectious Disease ECHO is canceled for August. We look forward to speaking with you in September. 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 […]
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through program implementation, Treasury hosts weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link
Treasury Department Office Hours on the Homeowner Association Fund If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through the Homeowner Association Fund implementation, Treasury is hosting weekly office hours. The next Offices Hours will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:00 […]
Thursday, August 15 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET To participate, join the conference from your computer at: Join ZoomGov Meeting https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1615624267?pwd=ZUphDfdJ5E43T7p0vOLBXwb4WVGt5N.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 161 562 4267 Passcode: 381331 Phone number for Audio Only +1 669 254 5252 US (San Jose)or +1 646 828 7666 US (New York) Those interested in submitting proposals should visit […]
Session 1: August 15 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Session 2: September 12 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The update consolidates information and eligibility requirements for Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) projects addressing air quality, drought, extreme temperatures, wildfire and wind. It also reflects recent policy changes to simplify program […]
DOT is hosting a two-part webinar series to help communities use data to effectively tell their stories in planning, development, and applying for DOT grants. Part 1 of the webinar series will be held on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. The webinar will focus on how to identify and describe a project […]
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 […]
August 16 Register This year’s Summit is a half-day, in-person event for Tribal Leaders and Urban Indian Organization Leaders to participate in face-to-face discussions with IHS leadership regarding the Health IT Modernization Program. The IHS will provide attendees with updates on the implementation planning process and the enterprise build process. We anticipate robust and meaningful […]
August 19-20 at 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Eastern Register This training covers Executive Directors' essential roles and responsibilities for Tribally Designated Housing Entities and other Tribal housing departments. The training will focus on the day-to-day management of these entities and inform participants about overseeing the Native American Housing and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) funded programs […]
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 […]
August 20-22, Tacoma, WA. Tribal Nation leaders are invited to attend the 2024 Green Transportation Summit and Expo at no cost – Tribal leaders may use the code GTSE-TA24 to waive registration fees, and travel stipends may also be available. The 13th Annual Green Transportation Summit & Expo is the leading event for sustainable transportation, […]
Please join the USDA Forest Service for an August 20, 2024, Tribal Forum on Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Policies. The USDA Forest Service is pursuing a range of climate change adaptation and mitigation policies to protect, conserve, and manage national forests and grasslands for climate resilience. This Tribal Forum will focus on the first series […]
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 […]
Venue: ZoomGov Date: August 20, 2024 Time: 2:30-5:30 p.m. ET Register On August 20, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) will conduct a Tribal Consultation on the implementation of Executive Order 14112 (EO). The purpose of this consultation will be to receive meaningful input from American Indian and Alaska Native communities to ensure that […]
This training is being offered to aid participants who serve as “Housing Board of Commissioners” understand the background & history of NAHASDA “The Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act”, To help develop their knowledge of Federal Rules and Regulations that must be adhered to when accepting funding from the Department of Housing and […]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) cordially invite you to participate in the Third Annual Tribal Aviation Symposium on August 21-22, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET each day. This virtual event provides an opportunity for Tribal Leadership to engage with FAA and DOT leadership, discuss matters concerning […]
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through program implementation, Treasury hosts weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management is partnering with West Yost Associates to provide Cyber-Incident Action Plan Development and a Tabletop Exercise to member USET Tribal Nations. This series will consist of six virtual training workshops informed cyber-incident first responders of the available resources, strategies and best practices in mitigating or minimizing the impact […]
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 […]
Join Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell for a virtual event on Aug. 23 from 1–2:30 p.m. ET. Each August, FEMA celebrates National Resilience Month to highlight all the critically important resilience work occurring across the country. In honor of this annual campaign and 2024 being named as […]
National Native American Law Enforcement Association (NNALEA) Training Conference August 27-29, 2024 Las Vegas, Nevada
BIA Indian Police Academy Instructor & Training Certification Program Albuquerque, New Mexico – August 27-29, 2024 Summary - 2024 USIPA Instructor & Training Certification Forum (cvent.com)
August 27 -29 Register The strength of Indian Country will be on display at the National Tribal Housing Ecosystem Summit in Boise, Idaho, August 27-29. TDHEs and housing authorities will be front and center in a Tribal Showcase Series! Learn from peers about their development projects and engage in eight strong housing ecosystem sessions to […]
The Self-Monitoring training program, is an essential tool designed to assist housing departments and housing authorities in performing the required self-monitoring under the Native American Housing and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA). Our course includes a comprehensive overview of the requirements and an in-depth discussion of each self-monitoring questionnaire issued by the U.S. Department of […]
August 27 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Eastern Register in advance August 29 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Eastern Register in advance The Office of Assistant Secretary - Indian Affairs (AS-IA), Office of Facilities, Property, and Safety Management (OFPSM), Division of Facility Management and Construction (DFMC), will be conducting two virtual consultation sessions […]
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 28 at 12:00 pm Central/1:00 pm Eastern Register The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) is pleased to announce the launch of a coordinated non-partisan national Native Get Out The Vote (GOTV) Campaign. While several valuable efforts championed by Tribal Nations and Native organizations are already occurring across Indian Country, NCAI is interested in culling together […]
August 28 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Register The most sustainable tribal responses to domestic violence, sexual violence, sex trafficking, and related disparities are those rooted in Indigenous cultures and values. The challenge for those receiving federal funds is balancing the development of their responses with administering varying requirements of federal funds. This […]
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through program implementation, Treasury hosts weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link
The USET Office of Environmental Resource Management is partnering with West Yost Associates to provide Cyber-Incident Action Plan Development and a Tabletop Exercise to member USET Tribal Nations. This series will consist of six virtual training workshops informed cyber-incident first responders of the available resources, strategies and best practices in mitigating or minimizing the impact […]
August 27 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Eastern Register in advance August 29 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Eastern Register in advance The Office of Assistant Secretary - Indian Affairs (AS-IA), Office of Facilities, Property, and Safety Management (OFPSM), Division of Facility Management and Construction (DFMC), will be conducting two virtual consultation sessions […]
Annual Meeting of Federal Partners and Tribal 477 Workgroup Under Indian Employment, Training and Related Services Act of 2017 SUMMARY: The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), is announcing the annual meeting of Federal agencies and Tribes that participate in the Indian Employment, Training, and Related Services Act of 2017, as amended […]
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 […]
August 29 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Join the Webinar HUD has released a Dear Tribal Leader Letter to streamline the environmental review process and reduce the burden on Tribal Nations and Tribally Designated Housing Entities HUD has developed a programmatic environmental review for soft costs (including administration, operations, maintenance, and planning), tenant-based […]
Consultation Session on September 3 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register Listening Session on September 5 at 3:00 pm Eastern Register The DOI will be holding a consultation session for Tribal Nations on Tuesday, September 3 at 1:00 p.m. ET on whether it should reconsider its prior decision to ban re-petitioning under 25 CFR Part 83, […]
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 region through public health strategies focused on the mitigation, prevention, and preparation phases of the disaster management cycle. […]
This is a two-day course offered to aid Tribal Council members understand the background and history of “NAHASDA” The Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act. This course will further develop their knowledge of the Federal Rules and Regulations that must be adhered to when accepting funding from the Department of Housing and Urban […]
September 4 at 10:00 am - 11:30 am Eastern Join the MS Teams Meeting September 10 at 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Join the MS Teams Meeting FHWA announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) with an availability of up to $157.74 million of FY 2024 through 2026 funding, with $47.74 million available in […]
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 […]
If your Tribal Nation or Housing Authority needs assistance with the quarterly or annual report or would like to talk through program implementation, Treasury hosts weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link
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 […]
During this training, Jeff Ackley will prove Indian Housing Authorities with guidance on the use of Force Accounts in Construction management. Participants will learn about the Housing Authorities' roles and responsibilities, how to export and plan for construction projects, and the planning, development management of any force account for construction development. During the training session, […]
September 5 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Central Register Join the Office of Indian Energy's September webinar to learn about our latest funding opportunities, including the Intertribal Organization Opportunity: Support for Tribal Clean Energy Communication and Engagement, available to eligible intertribal organizations. Representatives from the Midwest Tribal Resource Association Inc. (MTERA) and the Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) will […]
Consultation Session on September 3 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register Listening Session on September 5 at 3:00 pm Eastern Register The DOI will be holding a consultation session for Tribal Nations on Tuesday, September 3 at 1:00 p.m. ET on whether it should reconsider its prior decision to ban re-petitioning under 25 CFR Part 83, […]
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health is hosting a webinar titled, "Tall Cop Says Stop: High in Plain Sight," which will cover current alcohol, drug, and concealment trends and identifiers. This workshop will provide attendees with the ability, knowledge, and confidence to help prevent and identify individuals who are abusing drugs and/or alcohol. Attendees […]