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 […]
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 […]
Participants will learn how to deliver a comprehensive homebuyer education program designed to help educate prospective native homebuyers on how to become successful homeowners. The curriculum is specifically tailored for Native American communities. Participants will also learn the most effective methods to help potential homebuyers determine what is best for them; to build a new […]
UPDATE: Was originally scheduled for July 22-23 and has been rescheduled. September 9-10 at 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Eastern Register 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 […]
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 […]
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 United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Office of Tribal Public Health’s Behavioral Health team is hosting two Mental Health First Aid Trainings in September 2024. The training will consist of approximately two hours of self-paced pre-work and one 5-hour virtual training day. Mental Health First Aid, as defined by their website, is a course […]
September's session will focus on the rise in Syphilis and Dr. Jorge Mera will be the guest speaker. 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 month. Additionally, clinical cases are encouraged […]
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 12 at 9:00 am Eastern Register The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosting an emergency Tribal Consultation regarding the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) supply chain disruptions on Thursday, September 12. In-person (Washington, D.C.) / Virtual (Zoom) A template proxy letter can be found here. Proxy letters should be addressed to Betsy […]
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 […]
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Day is celebrated every year on September 13. In honor of this day, USET/USET SPF offices are closed. Learn more about UNDRIP.
September 13 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Pursuant to the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020, the NPRM proposes revisions to strengthen and modernize the anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) programs maintained by financial institutions—including casinos and other entities that may be owned by Tribes or Native entities. […]
The White House Office of Public Engagement invites you to a briefing on the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), landmark bipartisan legislation that President Biden has championed for decades. You will be joined by Jennifer Klein, Director of the Gender Policy Council, Arati Prabhakar, Director of the Office of Science and […]
The Catawba Indian Nation is provided a course that offers a proactive training experience aimed at fostering collaboration among tribal, state, federal, and local governments. Participants will gain knowledge and skills to identify Tribal justice challenges and strengthen partnerships that support Tribal justice initiatives. Training is free and breakfast and lunch are provided. When: September […]
September 16 at 1:00 pm Eastern Register The Treasury has scheduled the next TTAC meeting to be held in-person at the Treasury building in Washington, D.C. Register here by 5:00 p.m. ET on Friday, September 13, 2024. The meeting agenda is forthcoming. Please email TTAC@treasury.gov with questions and comments.
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 […]
ICWA Webinar Series: The Indian Child Welfare Act and Advocates for Native Youth September 17 at 2:00 - 3:30 pm Eastern Register by September 12. 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. Representatives of Native youth, […]
The United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Office of Tribal Public Health’s Behavioral Health team is hosting two Mental Health First Aid Trainings in September 2024. The training will consist of approximately two hours of self-paced pre-work and one 5-hour virtual training day. Mental Health First Aid, as defined by their website, is a course […]
The U.S. DOT Project Delivery Center of Excellence is hosting a new virtual thought leadership series focusing on Making Good on the Potential of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This three-part series will include three panels of transportation thought leaders focusing on: Project Delivery Lessons Learned from Emergency Response Following an Infrastructure Catastrophe Best Practices to […]
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 […]
September 18 at 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern Register During the sessions, ACF leadership will engage with Tribal leaders on issues important to the Tribes and ACF Tribal program priorities. Topics include ACF implementation of EO 14112 and integration processes for the 477 program. Please see this consultation agenda for more information.
September 18 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Central Register Victimology, a comprehensive collection of personal information regarding the missing child and their immediate family, is a crucial part of missing child investigations in Indian Country. It is a collection of information addressing personality, lifestyle, and patterns that reveal specific risks, vulnerabilities, and stressors for […]
Thursday, September 19 at Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center Register to attend virtually or in-person Pathways to Partnership: Enhancing Trust through Tribal Consultation The 2024 Virginia General Assembly passed HB1157 with bipartisan support: a bill affirming the Commonwealth’s obligation to consult with federally recognized Tribal Nations before granting state permits for projects that may impact […]
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 […]
September 19 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register Who should attend: Public health staff, medical practitioners, health educators, diabetes coordinators, lactation consultants, and doulas. We are excited to announce an informative and interactive webinar entitled “Supporting the Indigenous Breastfeeding Family." The objectives of this presentation include learning how […]
September 19, 2024, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Eastern Register by September 17 One universal principle across Tribal nations is the reverence with which Tribal Elders are held along with the knowledge they possess of Tribal cultural practices. Connection of Tribal Elders with children and youth in various Tribal programs including child welfare, juvenile justice and […]
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 […]
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 Time: 7:00PM and 9:30PM ticket event Location: Theater Lab Ticketed event: Good Medicine | Schwartz Center Box Office (emory.edu) Event Description: After selling out venues throughout the country, the smash-hit, all-Native American comedy show, Good Medicine, comes to Emory University for one-night of stand-up! Hosted by comedian Adrianne Chalepah (Showtime) […]
NAFOA 2024 Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference Hilton San Diego Bayfront San Diego, California Visit the conference site
Tribal Consultation for HUBZone Program Updates and Clarifications and Potential Reforms Federal Register :: Tribal Consultation for HUBZone Program Updates and Clarifications and Potential Reforms AGENCY: U.S. Small Business Administration. ACTION: Notification of Tribal consultation meeting; request for comments. SUMMARY: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or Agency) announces that it is holding a Tribal […]
Join NABS on September 25th, 2024 from 12pm-1:30pm CT for our upcoming Research Webinar: Hidden Epidemics of Indian Boarding Schools. This webinar will explore hidden epidemics within the U.S. Indian boarding school system. This event will feature guest speaker Dr. Preston McBride (Comanche by descent), and will be moderated by NABS Research Assistant Joe Tahdooahnippah (Comanche).
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 […]
September 25 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Join Zoom link Take part in SAMHSAs Strategic Prevention Technical Assistance Center (SPTAC) webinar as they highlight a program that has successfully integrated Strategic Prevention Framework principles and other evidence-based strategies into culturally rooted practices, advancing their substance misuse prevention initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity […]
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 […]
September 26 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am Central Register Join the South Central Climate Adaptation Science Center, the Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center, and the U.S. Forest Service for our upcoming virtual workshop “Partnering with Fire: Learning from Tribal Nations and Indigenous Practices.” This virtual webinar is open to natural and cultural resource managers, especially from Tribal […]
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 […]
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 […]