Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities: Listening Back and Looking Forward
2026-06-17 14:00 - 14:45 (America/New_York)
June 17, 2026 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. ET

Listening Back and Looking Forward
NCUIH will host a Community of Learning session titled Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities: Listening Back and Looking Forward on June 17, 2026, from 2:00–2:45 p.m. ET.
This 45-minute session closes the four-part Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities series by reflecting on key lessons learned and best practices shared throughout the collaborative. Participants will engage in facilitated discussion and an open forum to share priorities, strategies, and next steps in their immunization efforts. Anonymous dialogue submissions will be available to encourage open exchange and peer-supported problem-solving.
The session will feature Alyssa Smith-Longee, MPH, BSN, RN, Certified Pediatric Nurse (Assiniboine/Sioux – Fort Peck), who will guide reflection and facilitate discussion.
Participants will:

Discuss key lessons learned and best practices shared throughout the Community of Learning series
Review how social media toolkits can support community engagement and outreach efforts
Explore opportunities for peer learning, collaboration, and support in ongoing immunization efforts

Urban Indian Organization staff and leadership are encouraged to attend and participate in this closing session.

NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2027
2026-09-01 13:00 - 2026-09-03 14:00
September 1-3, 2026
We are excited to announce our upcoming virtual web series, “NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2027.” This engaging event will offer a unique platform for collaborative dialogue between NCUIH staff and Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs). Together, we will delve into the heart of urban Native health initiatives, discussing the vital priorities shaping our efforts in 2027. The focus groups will also provide an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the achievements and challenges of 2026, fostering a deeper understanding of the progress made and the areas that require further attention. Participants will be encouraged to share their personal experiences, insights, and feedback, ensuring that the perspectives of our UIO partners play a pivotal role in shaping the path forward. This inclusive gathering promises to harness the collective wisdom of our community, driving impactful decisions that resonate across urban Indian health initiatives.
Invitations will be sent directly to UIO partners to encourage broad participation and meaningful engagement in these discussions.

Presenter:

Jeremy Grabiner, NCUIH, Associate Director of Policy

Objectives:

Discuss policy priorities for 2027.
Review accomplishments and challenges in 2026.
Provide an opportunity to give candid feedback about any other experiences.

Date
EVENT

September 1, 2026

Full Ambulatory | 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET

Outpatient and Residential | 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET

September 2, 2026

Limited Ambulatory | 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET

Outreach and Referral | 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET

September 3, 2026
Make-Up Session | 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET

UIO Listening Session – IHS Division of Behavioral Health
2026-09-17 13:00 - 14:00
September 17, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
The purpose of this session is to foster open dialogue and mutual understanding between the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) and Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs). It aims to provide DBH leadership with an opportunity to share updates, priorities, and perspectives, while also hearing directly from UIOs about their needs, challenges, and priorities. The session is designed to support relationship-building, inform future collaboration, and help align efforts to improve behavioral health outcomes for urban Indian communities.
Presenters:

Dr. Glorinda Segay, IHS DBH** (subject to change)
Alex Sampson, NCUIH

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

2027 NCUIH Annual Conference
2027-05-03 - 2027-05-06 | The Westin Downtown, 999 9th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20001, United States
May 3-May 6, 2026 | Washington, D.C.

2027 NCUIH Annual Conference

The NCUIH Annual Conference will take place May 3–6, 2027 in Washington, D.C.
We look forward to convening Urban Indian Organizations, health care professionals, policymakers, community leaders, and advocates to discuss critical issues related to urban Indian health.

Monday, May 3: Training for Urban Indian Organization Boards of Directors
Tuesday and Wednesday, May 4 – May 5: Conference Programming
Thursday, May 6: Hill Day
Note: Hill Visits are for IHS UIOs only and will require pre-registration.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact conference organizers at conference@ncuih.org.
