IHS Seeks Feedback on Strategic Realignment; Virtual Urban Confer Set for July 28
Released on June 13, 2025, the IHS Dear Tribal Leader/Urban Leader Letter invites comment on a proposed Strategic Realignment designed to make the Agency more patient-centered, operationally efficient, and supportive of Tribal self-governance. Feedback is requested on three focus areas—Delivery of Direct Patient Care, Enterprise/Operational Management, and Supporting Tribal Self-Determination. Engagement opportunities include four in-person Tribal Consultations (Seattle 7/8, Phoenix 7/10, Minneapolis 7/15, Washington D.C. 7/23) and a virtual Urban Confer on Monday, July 28th, 2025, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST. Written comments for both tracks are due August 28, 2025, sent to consultation@ihs.gov (Tribal leaders) or urbanconfer@ihs.gov (UIO leaders) with “IHS Strategic Realignment” in the subject line. NCUIH is monitoring for any further details or other information from IHS about what the proposed realignment will entail and how it will affect the Indian health system.
Registration Link: https://ihs-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/q6joL7ncQgS1z5tf0xl9vw
