What Medicaid Cuts Would Mean for Indian Country
2025-02-05 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
﻿February 5, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
The Georgetown University Center for Children and Families (CCF) and the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) are hosting a special webinar on the potential impacts of proposed federal Medicaid cuts on American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
This timely webinar will cover:

Key findings from Georgetown CCF’s January 2025 report on Medicaid’s role in rural areas and small towns, with emphasis on its importance for Native American communities.
An overview of the importance of Medicaid to Native communities.
Potential effects of proposed Medicaid cuts being considered by Congress.
Understanding the importance of Medicaid for Urban Indian health programs and how Medicaid cuts would impact these programs and the patients they serve.

Speakers:

Joan Alker, Executive Director of the Center for Children and Families and a Research Professor at the Georgetown McCourt School of Public Policy
Winn Davis, Congressional Relations Director, National Indian Health Board
Meredith Raimondi, Vice President of Policy and Communications, National Council of Urban Indian Health
Lisa James, Director of Development, Montana Consortium for Urban Indian Health

This webinar is open to the press, tribal leaders, health advocates, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the intersection of Medicaid policy and Native American healthcare.

CANCELED: Culturally Sensitive Safety Screening Techniques for Relationship Violence
2025-02-13 14:00 - 15:00
This event has been canceled. Please visit ncuih.org/events for information on other upcoming webinars.
February 13, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Join NCUIH for “Culturally Sensitive Safety Screening Techniques for Relationship Violence,” a webinar to address the unique challenges of relationship violence within American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. This training provides health care professionals with trauma-informed, culturally responsive skills to conduct safety screenings effectively. Through presentation, peer discussions, and Q&A, participants will learn best practices for identifying and supporting survivors with compassion and cultural awareness. They will gain insights and tools to enhance patient trust and connect those affected by violence to essential resources within their community.
Presenter:

Nicole Stahlmann, MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, SANE-P, FNE-A/P, Forensic Nurse Consultant, Division of Nursing Services, IHS

Objectives:

Recognize the importance of trauma-informed, culturally sensitive safety screening.
Enhance screening and care quality through culturally sensitive approaches.
Apply best practices for culturally responsive screening in Urban Indian Organizations and with other safety net providers.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

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 1.0 continuing education contact hours.

NCUIH to Testify During American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Day
2025-02-27 10:20
February 27, 2025 | 10:20 a.m. EST
Witness:
Robyn Sunday-Allen (Cherokee)
Chief Executive Officer, Oklahoma City Indian Clinic
Board President-Elect, NCUIH
When: Thursday, February 27, 2025
Start Time: 10:20 a.m. EST
Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1b0o7TaNJfI
On Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 10:20 a.m. EST, Robyn Sunday-Allen (Cherokee), CEO of the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic and Board President-Elect at NCUIH, will testify on before the House Interior Appropriations Subcommittee as part of American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Days (February 25-27, 2025).
In her testimony, Ms. Sunday-Allen will advocate for sustained and increased funding for the Indian Health Service (IHS) and the importance of advance appropriations to ensure uninterrupted health care services for American Indian and Alaska Native populations. She will also address the need for funding protections, including a specific exemption for the entire Indian health system from any future funding restrictions, hiring freezes, and proposed agency reductions, to strengthen and maintain health care access for American Indian and Alaska Native communities, access to cancer prevention and treatment, which she relates to the diabetes crisis in Indian Country. Her remarks will highlight the impact of funding disruptions on Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) and the necessity of maintaining programs, like the Native American Cancer Outcomes Program, that ensure American Indian and Alaska Native patients receive the care they need without barriers.
This hearing is hosted by the House Appropriations Committee. NCUIH applauds Chairman Cole for his strong commitment to Indian Country. In his opening remarks, he said, “As an enrolled member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma, Tribal issues have always been at the forefront of the policy decisions I make as a member of Congress and as a member of this important Committee. I have been – and remain – committed to ensuring the federal government upholds its trust responsibility to Native Americans to provide basic services and resources throughout Indian Country. I have been in contact with the agencies and the White House to ensure our responsibilities to the Tribes are fully understood across all facets of the federal government.”

Understanding and Addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
2025-03-06 14:00 - 15:00
March 6, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
This webinar will explore Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), which are potentially traumatic events occurring in childhood (ages 0-17) that can have long-term negative impacts on an individual’s health, opportunities, and overall well-being. One continuing nursing education (CNE) credit or social work education (NASW) credit is available.
Presenter:
Lacey Wind (Northern Cheyenne Tribe) MSc, LCSW, Interim Director of Public Health Policy and Programs, National Indian Health Board
Objectives:

Definition and types of ACEs
Long-term effects of ACEs on health and well-being
Screening methods for identifying ACEs
Prevention strategies and interventions
Building resilience in individuals and communities

The webinar aims to bridge the gap between knowledge and action in addressing ACEs. Attendees will gain insights into effective screening methods and prevention strategies that can be applied in various settings.
Join us to learn about this important topic and discover ways to support individuals who have experienced ACEs.
Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
Tribes and Tribal Partners

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 1.0 continuing education contact hours.

Electronic Case Reporting (eCR) Office Hours
2025-04-01 14:00 - 15:00
April 1, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) invites you to an Electronic Case Reporting (eCR) Office Hours session. This webinar will provide an overview of the eCR project, its impact on urban Indian organizations (UIOs), and an opportunity for attendees to ask questions about the application process.
Objectives:

Provide an overview of Electronic Case Reporting (eCR)
Demonstrate the benefits of eCR for urban American Indian/Alaska Native communities and UIOs
Review successes and challenges from past UIO sub-awardees
Answer questions regarding the eCR project, application process, timeline, and funding
Equip participants with the knowledge and resources to implement or enhance eCR

Presenters:

Tiffani Stark, MHA, NCUIH
Myca Grant Hunthrop, MPH, NCUIH

Audience:

UIO Executive Directors
UIO CEOs
UIO Staff

NCUIH 2025 Annual Conference
2025-04-22 - 2025-04-25 | The Westin Downtown, 999 9th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20001, United States
April 22-April 25, 2025 | Washington, D.C.

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Navigating Behavioral Health Financing for Urban Indian Organizations
2025-07-23 14:00 - 15:00
July 23, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Event Goal:
The goal of this event is to introduce Urban Indian Organizations to the Investing in Wellness: Financing Behavioral Health toolkit and recruit participants for a new technical assistance initiative that supports the implementation of sustainable, culturally responsive behavioral health financing strategies.
This goal emphasizes both the educational and recruitment objectives of the session and familiarizing attendees with key strategies in the toolkit and encouraging them to engage in deeper, supported implementation through the this TA program.
Attendees will also learn about the new technical assistance initiative which includes stipends awarded to three UIOs and how to apply for tailored one-on-one support to strengthen implementation efforts and increase community impact.
Presenter:
Lyz Best, Manager of Technical Assistance
Objectives:

Recruit up to three Urban Indian Organizations to participate in a technical assistance initiative focused on advancing behavioral health financing strategies. Selected organizations will receive tailored one-on-one support and a stipend to aid implementation efforts.
Familiarize attendees with the key strategies outlined in the Investing in Wellness: Financing Behavioral Health toolkit, including Medicaid reimbursement optimization, integration of traditional healing practices, and sustainable program design.

IHS Division of Behavioral Health Listening Session
2025-08-04 14:00 - 15:00
August 4, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
This one-hour virtual listening session, facilitated by the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH), is an opportunity for Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) to engage directly with leadership from the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Dr. Glorinda Segay, representing DBH, will join the session to share updates, priorities, and opportunities under the new Administration, as well as to hear directly from UIOs about their needs, experiences, and recommendations. The session will include opening remarks, a brief presentation, and time for open dialogue and Q&A. This session is part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration and ensure UIO voices help shape future behavioral health initiatives.
Event Goal:
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 under the new Administration, 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.
Presenter:

Rori Collins, NCUIH

Objectives:

Provide updates on DBH priorities and initiatives
To gather input from UIOs to inform future collaboration and behavioral health efforts

Voices of Resilience: Advancing COVID-19 Management Strategies for Providers
2025-08-12 14:00 - 15:00
August 12, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health for a presentation on early identification and management of COVID-19, particularly in patients with comorbidities. Tailored to support urban American Indian and Alaskan Native (AI/AN) health care providers, this webinar will share timely information and practical COVID-19 diagnosis and care strategies.
NCUIH Presenter:

Alyssa Smith-Longee, MPH, BSN, RN, CPN (Assiniboine/Sioux – Ft. Peck)

Objectives:

Increase provider knowledge of early COVID-19 diagnosis strategies;
Support COVID-19 management practices among urban AI/AN health care providers; and,
Share best practices for managing COVID-19 in patients with comorbidities.

Audience:

Urban Indian Organization staff
American Indian and Alaskan Native health care providers
Clinical staff

Pathway to Vaccine Confidence: Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy Through Motivational Interviewing
2025-09-16 14:00 - 15:00
September 16, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) for a 60-minute presentation designed to support Urban Indian Organization (UIO) healthcare providers in improving vaccine confidence for COVID-19 and other vaccinations among their patients and the communities they serve. This session will explore common reasons behind vaccine hesitancy in American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities, provide an overview of motivational interviewing techniques, and demonstrate how these techniques can support patient autonomy, foster patient-provider trust, and promote respectful vaccine conversations.
Presenters:

Alyssa Smith-Longee, MPH, BSN, RN, CPN (Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux), Public Health Program Manager, NCUIH
Jonathan Kratz, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Associate Professor, Anne & Henry Zarrow School of Social Work, Member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers

Objectives:

Identify common factors contributing to vaccine hesitancy in AI/AN communities.
Describe key motivational interviewing techniques, including open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summaries (OARS).
Apply motivational interviewing strategies in clinical conversations about vaccinations.

Audience:

Urban Indian Organization staff
Healthcare Providers

NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2026
2025-10-07 13:00 - 2025-10-09 14:00
October 7-9, 2025
We are excited to announce our upcoming virtual web series, “NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2026.” 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 2026. The focus groups will also provide an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the achievements and challenges of 2025, 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.

Presenter:

Jeremy Grabiner

Objectives:

Discuss policy priorities for 2026.
Review accomplishments and challenges in 2025.
Provide an opportunity to give candid feedback about any other experiences.

Date
Event

October 7, 2025

Full Ambulatory | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET

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

October 8, 2025

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

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

October 9, 2025
Make-Up Session | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET

Using Creative Arts Expression to Explore and Treat Trauma
2025-10-16 14:00 - 15:00
October 16, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Creative arts expression offers powerful pathways for healing in Urban Indian communities. This webinar will highlight ways for professionals to integrate culturally grounded arts practices into behavioral health programs that address conflict, suicide prevention, and addiction recovery.
What to Expect:

Gain insights from Daniel Domaguin, Program Manager with the Tribal Medication for Addiction Treatment project at the California Consortium for Urban Indian Health.
Leave with at least one practical technique to bring back to your community.

Presenter:

Daniel Domaguin (he/him, isú) is a second-generation Ilokano settler born and raised in unceded Tiipai territory. He is the Program Manager with the Tribal Medication for Addiction Treatment project at the California Consortium for Urban Indian Health. Daniel is a licensed clinical social worker who has been serving California’s Tribal and urban American Indian/Alaska Native communities since 2009, providing youth leadership development, mental health therapy, clinical supervision, and training/technical assistance for suicide, substance use, opioid overdose and violence prevention to staff and community members.

Objectives:

Understand the benefits of creative arts expression in behavioral health treatment.
Identify and implement at least one creative arts practice or technique in treatment settings.

Native American Heritage Month
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-30
November 1-November 30, 2025
This November, NCUIH honors Native American Heritage Month by celebrating the strength and stories of Urban Native communities across the country. From clinic teams advancing health access to Elders carrying forward cultural care, this month recognizes the people shaping healthier Native futures every day. Join us in uplifting Urban Indian voices and honoring the heritage that continues to guide our work toward wellness and self-determination.

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

An Introduction to Narrative Therapy: Storytelling as a Path to Healing
2025-11-20 14:00 - 15:00
November 20, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
This 60 minute webinar explores how Narrative Therapy uses the power of storytelling to support healing. Participants will learn how centering personal and community stories fosters resilience and well-being, with a focus on culturally responsive applications for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. This session is designed for Urban Indian Organizations and anyone interested in integrating storytelling and narrative practices into behavioral health services.
Objectives:

Understand the foundations of Narrative Therapy and how it supports behavioral health by centering personal and community stories in the healing process.
Recognize culturally responsive applications of Narrative Therapy for American Indian and Alaska Native communities, including the role of tradition, identity, and resilience.
Identify practical strategies and resources for integrating storytelling and narrative practices into behavioral health services at Urban Indian Organizations and other care settings.

Using SMART Objectives and Logic Models to Drive Innovation
2025-12-11 14:00 - 14:45
December 11, 2025 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. ET

Using SMART Objectives and Logic Models to Drive Innovation
Innovative ideas in healthcare need a roadmap. This session introduces SMART objectives and logic models as essential tools for Urban Indian Organizations to design, implement, and measure new approaches for grant program planning. Drawing from a public health framework, participants will learn how to connect vision to action, align innovation with community priorities, and demonstrate meaningful impact to funders, partners, and stakeholders.
Presenter:

Lyz Best, MPH, MA, Manager of Technical Assistance, NCUIH

Objectives:

Turn innovative healthcare ideas into actionable strategies through key public health tools.
Design SMART goals to transform innovative concepts into specific and measurable steps that guide program design.
Understand how to use logic models to develop effective programs for patients and communities.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

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.

Smart Health Access: The Rise of Wellness Vending Machines
2026-01-29 14:00 - 14:45
January 29, 2026 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. ET

Smart Health Access: The Rise of Wellness Vending Machines
What if getting Narcan or a hygiene kit was as simple as using an ATM?
With American Indian and Alaska Native people experiencing one of the highest drug overdose death rates in the U.S., Urban Indian communities are installing Wellness Vending Machines that provide free, anonymous access to Narcan, fentanyl test strips, condoms, hygiene kits, smudge kits, Plan B, and needle exchange supplies. These machines expand access, reduce stigma, and empower individuals to manage their health on their own terms bridging service gaps and promoting safer, healthier outcomes for all.
Presenters:

Johnny Delgado, BAIHP
Dr. Ashleigh Herrera, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, California State University, Bakersfield

Objectives:

Learn how medical vending machines work and how they’re being used to expand access to care, reduce stigma, and serve as tools for prevention.
Identify the steps and partnerships to implement this model in urban Indigenous communities
Discuss how low-barrier innovations like vending machines can support prevention, wellness, and outreach efforts.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribal Partners and Tribes

Innovating Through Storytelling: Health Campaigns in the Digital Age
2026-02-26 14:00 - 14:45
February 26, 2026 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. ET

Innovating Through Storytelling: Health Campaigns in the Digital Age
This session is the final learning opportunity in our Community of Learning (COL) Series: Navigating the Future of Health Care. Grounded in innovation and community-centered practice, this session explores how storytelling can be used to co-create health campaigns with community rather than delivering messages to them. Participants will gain practical strategies for meaningfully engaging community voices throughout campaign design and implementation, and learn how to select digital platforms and impact measures that prioritize trust, engagement, and real-world impact over one-way information sharing.
Presenters:

Lyz Best, Manager of Technical Assistance, NCUIH
River Carroll, Policy and Events Communications Associate, NCUIH

Learning Objectives:

Use story mapping to co-create health campaigns with community members, centering lived experience and cultural values.
Identify practical strategies for meaningfully involving community voices throughout the design and implementation of health campaigns.
Select appropriate digital platforms and impact measures that reflect community engagement, trust, and real-world outcomes.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribal Partners and Tribes

NCUIH Testifies Before Congress This Week on Native Health Priorities
2026-03-17 13:00 - 17:00
March 17, 2026 | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET
The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will testify before the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies during the American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness hearings. These hearings inform federal funding decisions that affect Native health programs nationwide.
What
Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies – American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness
Day 1, Afternoon Session
When
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET
NCUIH Board President‑Elect Robyn Sunday‑Allen is currently scheduled to testify at approximately 2:10 PM ET.
Please note: Testimony times may change based on the flow of the hearing and external factors.
Where
Livestream (public)
The livestream page also includes links to written testimony and the list of witnesses.
https://appropriations.house.gov/schedule/hearings/interior-environment-and-related-agencies-american-indian-and-alaska-native

Rethinking Nutrition: Why Traditional Foods Matter in Wellness and Beyond
2026-03-26 14:00 - 15:00
March 26, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Despite the critical role nutrition plays in preventing and managing chronic disease, it is often inconsistently addressed in clinical care. This webinar explores how traditional foods and culturally grounded wellness practices can support whole-person health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Designed for healthcare teams and community-based providers, the session highlights the connection between food as medicine, cultural knowledge, and improved health outcomes, while offering practical, respectful ways to integrate nutrition and holistic health conversations into clinical visits and community programs to promote healing, connection, and long-term wellness.
Presenters:

Nahla Holland, Senior Research Associate, NCUIH, Eastern Pequot Tribal Nation
Lyz Best, Manager of Technical Assistance, NCUIH

Objectives:

Explain the connection between traditional foods, food as medicine, and improved health outcomes.
Learn practical ways to integrate nutrition conversations and traditional food practices into clinical visits and community programs. Holistic approaches to health conversations.
Identify approaches for using nutrition to strengthen community connection, promote healing, and support long-term wellness.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribal Partners and Tribes

Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
Cardea Services is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.​​​
Upon successful completion of this activity 1.0 contact hours will be awarded.

Continuing Medical Education (CME)
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the California Medical Association (CMA) through the joint providership of Cardea and National Council of Urban Indian Health. Cardea is accredited by the CMA to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Cardea designates this live event for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Successful completion of this continuing education activity includes the following:

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

Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities: Peer-to-Peer Support Session
2026-04-15 14:00 - 14:30
April 15, 2026 | 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET

Peer-to-Peer Support Session
NCUIH will host a Community of Learning session titled Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities: Peer-to-Peer Support Session on April 15, 2026, from 2:00–2:30 PM ET.
This 30-minute interactive session will provide an open forum for Urban Indian Organization staff and immunization professionals to connect, share updates, and engage in peer-to-peer discussion about immunization practices. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss recent vaccine guidance, exchange strategies for strengthening vaccine programs, and share challenges and best practices with colleagues serving Native communities. Anonymous discussion submissions will also be available to encourage open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving.
The session will feature Alyssa Smith-Longee, MPH, BSN, RN, CPN (Assiniboine/Sioux – Fort Peck), who will help guide the discussion and facilitate peer exchange.
Participants will:

Discuss updates related to vaccines and immunization guidance
Engage in peer dialogue around program challenges, best practices, and communication approaches
Share resources that support vaccine programs serving Native communities

Urban Indian Organization staff are encouraged to attend and participate in this collaborative discussion.

NCUIH 2026 Annual Conference
2026-04-27 - 2026-04-30 | The Westin Downtown, 999 9th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20001, United States
April 27-April 30, 2026 | Washington, D.C.

2026 NCUIH Annual Conference: Celebrating 50 Years of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act

The NCUIH Annual Conference will take place April 27–30, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
This year’s conference commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA), highlighting five decades of progress, collaboration, and continued commitment to Native health.
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, April 27: Training for Urban Indian Organization Boards of Directors
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 28 – 29: Conference Programming
Thursday, April 30: Hill Day

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

Strengthening Vaccine Confidence in Native Communities: Listening Back and Looking Forward
2026-06-17 14:00 - 14:45
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

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.
