Integrated Healthcare Through an Indigenous Approach
2023-10-26 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
October 26, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join NCUIH on October 26 for the second program in our series “Strengthening Wellness in Indigenous Communities using the Medicine Wheel.” This webinar will feature presenters from Denver Indian Health and Family Services (DIHFS) on the topic of “Integrated Healthcare Through an Indigenous Approach.” During this webinar attendees can expect to gain knowledge of the Indigenous medicine wheel and learn ways to integrate inclusive principles into their healthcare design.
Objectives:

Gain a basic understanding of the Indigenous medicine wheel.
Understand the importance of culturally relevant design for building trust and inclusivity in Integrated health care design for adults and elders.
Learn promising practices for embracing inclusive principles in integrated health care design.

Presenters:

From Denver Indian Health and Family Serivces (DIHFS):

Daryle Conquering Bear, Crow, Oglala Lakota, NWC
Roselyn Small-Farley MA, LPCC, LAC Diné (she/hers)
Sarah Maestas, Director of Health and Wellness

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribal Partners and Tribes
IPC Champions
IPC Fellows

Culturally Responsive Care for Sexual Assault Survivors
2023-11-30 14:00 - 15:15
November 30, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. EST

The Strengthening Wellness in Indigenous Communities Using the Medicine Wheel Behavioral Health Community of Learning Series aims to equip Urban Indian Organizations to explore the practical applications of the Medicine Wheel’s directional approaches, such as positive renewal, relationship building, respect, caring, and healing. “Culturally Responsive Care for Sexual Assault Survivors” is the final presentation in the series. For the first two presentations, click here for “Utilizing Culture in Grant Writing and Programming” and here for “Integrated Healthcare Through an Indigenous Approach.”
In this presentation, participants will discuss the challenges survivors of assault face and how culturally sensitive care can reduce stigma and address barriers. Presenters from the Indian Health Service Division of Nursing Services will provide an understanding of the high rates of violence and sexual violence against American Indian/ Alaska Native (AI/AN) women and share how to implement efficient ways to build, monitor, and evaluate forensic health care programs working with missing and murdered Indigenous women/ people (MMIW/P) cases.

Speakers from Indian Health Service Headquarters Division of Nursing Services

Nicole Stahlmann, MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, FNE-A/P, Forensic Nurse Consultant
Billie Jo Brown, MN, MEd, BSN, BA, RN, Aaniiih (Gros Ventre) & Nakoda (Assiniboine), Fort Belknap Indian Community, Forensic Nurse Coordinator

Objectives:

Gain a basic understanding of the Indigenous medicine wheel center direction of healing.
Provide insight and understanding of the high rates of violence and sexual violence against AI/AN women.
Understand the importance of expanding culture and culturally sensitive, emotional, and mental health services to sexual assault survivors to reduce stigma and address barriers.
Learn how to implement efficient ways to build, monitor, and evaluate forensic health care programs working with MMIW/P cases.
Establish best practices for care coordination using a multidisciplinary team approach.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribes and Tribal Partners

Building Trust, Enhancing Care: Cultural Humility in Health Care
2024-03-07 14:00 - 15:00
March 7, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST

Building Trust, Enhancing Care: Cultural Humility in Health Care
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) for the first “Building a Culture-Inclusive Workforce” series presentation. In this webinar, NCUIH speakers aim to equip health care professionals with the knowledge and sensitivity to bridge practice gaps, ensuring culturally sensitive and respectful care delivery to diverse patient populations. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your cultural competence, contributing to a more equitable, patient-centered health care approach. Continuing education credits are available for nursing and social work professionals.*
Objectives:

Recognize Health Care Disparities: Participants will develop an awareness of the unique health care disparities faced by American Indian and Alaska Native communities, including historical, geographical, and socioeconomic factors.​
Define and Identify Components of Cultural Humility: Participants will learn the definition of cultural humility and differentiate it from cultural competence, showcasing an understanding of its core principles.​ Speakers will describe key components of cultural humility, including self-awareness, respectful communication, lifelong learning, and tailored care​.
Apply Cultural Humility Principles: Participants will actively engage in real-world case studies and interactive discussions with peers to apply cultural humility principles in practical health care scenarios, fostering a deeper understanding of cultural sensitivity.

NCUIH Presenters:

Lyz Best, MA, MPH, Manager of Technical Assistance
Molly Siegel, MPH, Public Health Associate

Audience:
Urban Indian Organizations

*Continuing Education:

Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
Cardea Services is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.​​​Upon successful completion of this activity, 1.0 contact hours will be awarded. Successful completion of this continuing education activity includes the following:

Attending the entire CE activity
Completing the online evaluation
Submitting an online CE Request

Social Work Education (NASW)
This program is approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886874323-6739) for one (1) continuing education contact hours.

Prevention in Practice: Collaborating on Effective Immunization Strategies
2025-11-12 14:00 - 15:00
November 12, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

Prevention in Practice: Collaborating on Effective Immunization Strategies
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) and health professionals serving Native communities for an engaging virtual session on effective vaccine practices. This discussion will highlight common immunizations, the latest clinical recommendations, and the experiences of Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) leading immunization efforts in their communities.
Participants will:

Review current immunizations and national guidelines
Hear UIO perspectives on successes and challenges in vaccine programming
Engage in an open discussion to share insights, strategies, and best practices

Presenter:

Alyssa Longee, MPH, BSN, RN, CPN (Assiniboine/Sioux – Fort Peck)
Public Health Program Manager, NCUIH

Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities: Mass Media and Outreach Strategies
2026-01-21 14:00 - 14:40
January 21, 2026 | 2:00 – 2:40 p.m. ET

Mass Media and Outreach Strategies
This session is the second event in NCUIH’s Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities Community of Learning series. Healthcare workers serving American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities will explore how mass media, digital outreach, and trusted messengers can support informed vaccine decision-making and community wellness. The discussion will focus on shared clinical decision-making, effective communication approaches, and practical outreach strategies. Participants will also hear examples from Urban Indian Organizations demonstrating successful digital vaccine promotion efforts.
