NCUIH

Indigenous Wellness: Helping Our Veterans Heal
2023-04-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
April 13, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
This webinar will increase awareness and hands on strategies on behavioral health issues which are important and unique to Native Veterans. Insights and expertise will be shared by Mary Milsaps and Zeke Vanderpool of Operation Angel Wing, a non-profit that targets the individual needs of American veterans/first responders and their families suffering from the devastating effects of Post-Traumatic Stress.
Objectives:

Understand the effects of trauma on the individual and their family.
Identify the unique challenges that urban AI/AN veteran’s face as they reenter civilian life
Explore the Whole-Health Approach in providing Native veterans culturally competent mental health resources and preventative care.

Presenters:

Mary Milsaps, Co-founder of Operation Angel Wing
Zeke Vanderpool, Co-founder of Operation Angel Wing

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center: HIT Technical Assistance - Care System Design: The Importance of Categorization in EHRs
2023-04-18 14:00 - 15:00
April 18, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

To provide Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) with Health Information Technology (HIT) Technical Assistance support.
Description:
Join us for a peer-to-peer solutions center (P2PSC) focused on HIT Technical Assistance Support with Subject Matter Expert James Spillane.
Event Topics:

Provide an overview of categorization in Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
Review best practices for Behavioral Health patient privacy

Objectives:

Identify and discuss common challenges in HIT and EHR
Discuss what HIT/EHR resources/trainings are needed
Provide TA Support to UIO challenges with HIT and EHR

Presenters:

James Spillane, SME
Tiffani Stark, MHA

Audience:

UIOs – Clinical Application Coordinators (CACS)
Billers/Coders
UIO staff who work with HIT
HIT Leadership
UIO Staff

For more information or questions, please reach out to Tiffani Stark, Public Health Program Manager, tstark@ncuih.org

Growing a Sustainable Workforce: Opportunities and Challenges
2023-04-19 14:00 - 15:00
April 19, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
This live hour-long virtual webinar will focus on key considerations in growing and sustaining a healthy and robust workforce. The webinar will highlight the unique work of the Native American Health Center.
Objectives:

Understand how to employ best practices for incorporating employee feedback on workplace experiences to empower and retain current workforce.
Learn how health care systems can expand thinking around workforce issues to plan strategies to address and sustain today’s health care worforce needs.
Identify ways to incorporate staff wellness program to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

Presenters:

Anthony Guzman, Native American Health Center
Michelle Shawnego, Native American Health Center

Domestic Violence Training
2023-04-27 14:00 - 15:00
April 27, 2023 | 2:00 p.m. EDT
Service providers who work with the American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) community can gain a baseline understanding of Domestic Violence by attending this training. The presenter will define Domestic Violence, discuss barriers, possible solutions, and offer useful resources to decrease Domestic Violence within the AI/AN community. The goal of this training is to enhance the ability of service providers to recognize and effectively serve Native American families who may be experiencing family/domestic violence within their homes and communities.
Objectives:

Recognize the signs and symptoms of domestic violence, teen dating violence, and crisis response.
Accurately utilize the lethality assessment, the requirement to report domestic violence and teen dating violence.
Identify wraparound services within service areas, establishing resources and crisis response services.
Promote and support victims of domestic violence, prioritizing self-sufficiency.

Presenter:

Britanee Moreno (Intertribal Council of California)

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
Tribal Partners and Tribes

Weaving Resilience into Infection Prevention: IPC in Offsite & Virtual Care Settings at UIOs
2023-05-11 14:00 - 15:00
May 11, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
On May 11, 2023, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will continue the NCUIH Project Firstline Community of Learning Series: Weaving Resilience into Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for UIOs through the event, “IPC in Offsite & Virtual Care Settings at UIOs.” As a proud partner with Project Firstline, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) national training collaborative, NCUIH will use this live virtual training to educate UIO frontline healthcare workers on key IPC concepts and actions in the context of offsite and virtual care. Event participants can earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits or Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits by attending this event.
Objectives:

To improve UIO workers’ knowledge of key infection prevention and control concepts and actions related to cleaning, disinfection, and environmental reservoirs
To enhance UIO workers’ understanding of the role of infection prevention and control in offsite and virtual care settings
To increase UIO workers’ awareness of infection risk recognition strategies and infection prevention and control resources

Presenters:

Crystal Beyer, RN, MSN-IPC, CIC, Infection Preventionist, Clinical Epidemiology and Infection Control/Prevention at Advocate Sherman Hospital/Advocate Support Center
Jody B. White, RN, BSN, Contractor, Montana Primary Care Association
Kyle Mitchell (Diné, Navajo), IPC Contractor at NCUIH
Marie Zephier, MPH (Oglala Sioux Tribe), IPC Contractor at NCUIH
Daliyah Killsback (Northern Cheyenne/Assonet Band of Wampanoag), IPC Fellow at NCUIH

Audience:

UIO Staff
UIO IPC Champions

NCUIH 2023 Annual Conference
2023-05-15 - 2023-05-18 | Indian Gaming Association, 224 2nd Street SE, Washington, DC, 20003, United States
Exhibitor Opportunities
All exhibitor options include two passes for the Exhibitor Hall. Lunch, snacks, and coffee are also included. For Exhibitors who wish to attend conference sessions, please see the Additional Exhibitor Items below.

2023 Annual Conference Exhibitors

Sponsorship Opportunities
This year we celebrate NCUIH’s 25th Anniversary. For 25 years, NCUIH has worked every day to advocate for urban American Indians and Alaska Natives and provide tangible assistance to Urban Indian Organizations across the country who are met with the task of ensuring access to health care for Natives wherever they live.
Your sponsorship will directly support these efforts while connecting with a key audience to share your message and vision. The NCUIH Annual Conference audience includes thought leaders, frontline health care workers, Urban Indian Organization staff, tribal leaders, and government agencies. Your messaging and brand will be available across a diverse online presence in pre-event promotion, through execution, and followup communication. With robust sponsorship tiers, there is a level of giving for everyone. We look forward to collaborating to create health equity for urban American Indians and
Alaska Natives.
To learn more about becoming a sponsor, please contact Tyler Dougherty at tdougherty@ncuih.org.

Thank you for your interest in contributing to National Council of Urban Indian Health’s vision of health care equity for urban American Indian and Alaska Native communities!

2023 Annual Conference Sponsors

25th Anniversary Blanket
NCUIH is pleased to share a blanket designed by Sean Morgan (Shawnee) and produced by Eighth Generation in honor of its 25th anniversary. As part of your registration for in-person, you may select to purchase a blanket which will be provided upon registration at the Conference.

Call for Proposals (Closed)

We are now accepting proposals from Urban Indian Organizations to present at our 2023 NCUIH Annual Conference being held May 15-18, 2023 in Washington, D.C.
There will be opportunities to present as part of Concurrent, Symposium, and Poster Sessions.
Topics for Consideration Include:

Applications have been closed.

Indigenous Wellness: A Conversation on Long Covid – CEUs available
2023-05-25 14:00 - 15:00
May 25, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
The effects of a SARS-CoV-2 infection can last for weeks or even longer after the initial infection ends. This condition is called long COVID. This webinar, with information targeted to UIO healthcare workers, will explore clinical presentations of long COVID and risk factor for developing long COVID. This webinar will also explore traditional Native treatments for the management of COVID and long COVID symptoms. Event participants can earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits or Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits by attending this event. CEUs available.
Objectives:

Identify clinical symptoms or signs associated with prolonged illness or new persistent symptoms following SARS-CoV-2 infection
Identify factors that increase the risk of long-term and assess the impact of these risk factors for Long COVID especially as it pertains to American Indian/Alaska Native populations.
Understand the need for and role of traditional approaches to health and wellness for those suffering from COVID and long COVID symptoms

Presenters:

John Michael Baratta, MD, MBA Assistant Professor and Medical Director of Stroke Rehabilitation, Founder and Co-Director of UNC COVID Recovery Clinic
Rosalyn LaPier, Rosalyn is an award-winning Indigenous writer, environmental historian, and ethnobotanist.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
UIO Clinicians

The Journey of Healing Series: Positive Indian Parenting
2023-05-30 11:30 - 2023-06-01 19:30
May 30, May 31, June 1 @ 11:30 am – 7:30 pm

The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) invites you to the Journey to Healing event series. Rooted in Native American traditions and values, this series aims to provide vital training and resources for improving the health and wellness of urban Indigenous communities in the United States. The series features the renowned Positive Indian Parenting training (PIP) by the National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA), which helps parents and families reconnect with our teachings.
Discover how these teachings and values can be applied in today’s world. As a PIP participant, you’ll learn how to incorporate oral traditions into communication with your children, nurture them through the wisdom of the cradleboard, and develop self-discipline in alignment with our valued cultural norms.
Join us at the Journey to Healing for access to cutting-edge information, best practices shared by field experts, and networking opportunities with healthcare professionals and advocates. Together, we can strive for a future where Indigenous people thrive.
Objectives:

Be certified in the course material and able to train parents in the strengths-based methods that were traditionally used in Indian families and communities
Have the knowledge and cultural awareness of traditional practices that were once passed down through generations
Have the opportunity to practice the skills taught in this training in small group work and hands-on peer learning opportunities
Receive direction and material on how to work with parents and families from a Native perspective
Have the necessary template and tools to design and implement their own culturally appropriate version of the Positive Indian Parenting program in their tribal communities
Have the support and encouragement of NICWA staff while they learn, during program development and program implementation

NOTE: YOU MUST ATTEND ALL THREE (3) SESSIONS TO OBTAIN PIP CERTIFICATION.
Presenter:

Lorraine Brave, MSW, National Indian Child Welfare Association

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
Tribal Partners and Tribes

NCUIH Contact: Yvonne Ito, Public Health Manager, yito@ncuih.org

Beyond Burnout: Weaving Self Care as Practice in Your Workday
2023-05-31 14:00 - 15:00
May 31, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
The toll of COVID-19 on health care workers has been felt far and wide. Please, join us for open forum that explores the impact of burnout in the workplace, as well as innovative strategies to address it. This learning event is not to be missed and is designed as a space for UIO clinicians and staff to come together to share solutions and common challenges to address health worker burnout.
Objectives:

Identify unique self-care challenges faced by providers/clinicians because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Identify strategies and create a plan to reduce stress in the workplace.
Explore methods of transforming workplace culture that promotes wellbeing and resiliency.

Presenter:

Todd Wilson, Helena Indian Alliance – Leo Pocha Clinic

Audience:

UIO healthcare workers

NCUIH Testimony at House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs
2023-06-07 10:00
June 7, 2023 | 10 a.m. EDT
On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, beginning at 10:00 a.m. EDT, NCUIH CEO Francys Crevier, JD (Algonquin), will be testifying before the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs at a legislative hearing on the Urban Indian Health Confer Act (H.R. 630), sponsored by Ranking Member Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ-7). NCUIH will speak in support of the NCUIH-endorsed legislation which would require agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to confer with urban Indian organizations (UIOs) on policies related to healthcare for urban American Indian/Alaska Natives (AI/ANs).

Branching Out: Wellness Programming for Patient-Centered HIV Care from an Urban Indian Perspective
2023-06-08 14:00 - 15:00
June 8, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join NCUIH for an interactive three-session series, Nurturing the Three Sisters: Community, Culture, Connection in Urban Indian HIV Care. Participants will cultivate knowledge on principles of indigenous harm reduction, community resources for gender and sexual minorities, and HIV’s connections with other health and wellness concerns.
Objectives:

Describe the impacts of SDAIHC’s community integrated wellness programming
Integrate HIV screening procedures into your existing clinic practice
Discuss the ways in which HIV is interconnected with other health and wellness concerns

Presenters:

Ethan Landry, Wellness Coordinator and PrEP Navigator at San Diego American Indian Health Center (SDAIHC)
Jennifer Khong, Public Health RN Case Manager at San Diego American Indian Health Center (SDAIHC)

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

IPC in Urban Indian Outreach/Referral Settings (Earn CME and CNE Credits)
2023-06-14 14:00 - 15:00
June 14, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
On June 14, 2023, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will commence a NCUIH Project Firstline Community of Learning Series titled Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for Distinctive Urban Indian Care Settings. The first event of this series will focus on IPC in Urban Indian Outreach/Referral Settings. As a proud partner with Project Firstline, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) national training collaborative, NCUIH will use this live virtual training to educate Urban Indian Organizations (UIO) frontline healthcare workers on key IPC concepts and actions in the context of outreach and referral settings. Event participants can earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits or Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits by attending this event.
Objectives:

To improve UIO workers’ knowledge of key infection prevention and control concepts and actions
To improve UIO workers’ awareness of IPC resources for outreach and referral settings
To create space for peer-to-peer learning and sharing on IPC between UIOs

Presenters:

Kyle Mitchell (Diné, Navajo) – IPC Contractor, NCUIH
Alyssa Longee, MPH, BSN, RN (Fort Peck Assiniboine & Sioux Tribes) – Public Health Manager, NCUIH
Dr. Richa Kaushal, MD, FAAP – Deputy Medical Director, Fresno American Indian Health Project
Johnny Delgado – HR Generalist/Grants Program/Project Director, Bakersfield American Indian Health Project

Audience:

UIO Staff
UIO IPC Champions

Please contact IPC@ncuih.org for more information.

Trauma-Informed Care Training
2023-06-20 14:00 - 15:00
June 20, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health as we dive into the crucial topic of Trauma-Informed Care. Trauma-informed care is a framework that aims to establish secure healthcare environments. When catering to American Indian and Alaskan Native communities, trauma-informed care should acknowledge the influence of historical trauma and our resilience and cultural connections to create culturally safe care.
Objectives:

Discussing the historical timeline and governmental policy implications in American Indian history sheds light on their past.
Evaluating the effects of stress and trauma on American Indian health, including epigenetic changes, reveals their unique challenges.
Explaining the principles of trauma-informed care and its relevance to healthcare requirements of the American Indian and Alaskan Native population.
Examining trauma-informed care within cultural safety allows for a comprehensive analysis.

Presenters:

Jennifer S. Nanez, MSW, LMSW (Acoma Pueblo), University of New Mexico
Teresa Gomez, MA, University of New Mexico

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
Tribal Partners
Tribes

NCUIH Contact: Yvonne Ito, Public Health Manager, yito@ncuih.org

Standing Together to Address Urban Indian STI Disparities: Partnership Opportunities for UIOs
2023-06-21 14:00 - 15:00
June 21, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Strengthening Syphilis Care in Indian Country
Get prepared for an exciting and engaging STI Community of Learning training series that aims to empower AI/AN populations facing disparities in STI rates, prevention, and treatment. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to extend resources and foster dynamic collaborations that will drive tangible results. Join us as we embark on a transformative journey together!
Immerse yourself in a vibrant Community of Learning where UIOs (Urban Indian Organizations) will receive top-notch training, gain access to invaluable resources, and participate in an exchange of information and insights like never before. Together, we will tackle challenges, share innovative solutions, and pave the way for enhanced STI services and capacities.
Objectives:

To improve UIOs’ knowledge of syphilis disparities that affect American Indians and Alaska Natives, with a focus on Urban Indian populations
To enhance understanding of syphilis pathology and epidemiology among UIO clinicians
To increase UIOs’ awareness of culturally relevant syphilis resources

Presenter:

Jessica Leston, MPH, Clinical Programs Director at Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
Other

NCUIH Contact: Mattie Curry, Public Health Manager, mcurry@ncuih.org

Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center: HIT Technical Assistance - RPMS Data Capture Guidance for Grant Reporting
2023-06-22 14:00 - 14:50
June 22, 2023 | 2:00 – 2:50 p.m. EDT
Join us for a Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center (P2PSC) focused on HIT Technical Assistance support with Subject Matter Expert James Spillane.
Event Goal:
To provide Urban Indian Organizations (UIO) with Health Information Technology (HIT) Technical Assistance and support
Objectives:

Identify and discuss common challenges in HIT and Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS)
Discuss what HIT/RPMS resources/trainings are needed
Provide TA Support to UIO challenges with HIT and RPMS

Audience:

RPMS ONLY:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO staff
Clinical Application Coordinators (CACs)\nBillers and Coders
UIO staff who work with HIT, HIT Leadership

Please contact our Public Health Programs Manager, Tiffani Stark, at TStark@ncuih.org for more information.

Virtual Dialogue: UIO Perspectives on National Institute on Aging Research Policy
2023-06-28 12:00 - 13:00
June 28, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. EDT
Urban Indian Health Organizations (UIOs), AI/AN Researchers, Data/Research Industry Professionals and those working in Policy to provide recommendations to create and propose to the National Institute on Aging (NIA) to adopt a NIA policy ensuring Indigenous Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Research data are collected, housed, and disseminated in culturally responsive and respectful ways and ultimately made accessible to AIAN communities.
Presenters:
Jordan P. Lewis, Ph.D., MSW (Aleut)
Associate Director, Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team – Health Equity
Professor, Department of Family Medicine & Biobehavioral Health
University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth Campus
And
Lauren W. Yowelunh McLester-Davis (she/her/hers)
Neuroscience Ph.D. Candidate
Tulane University Brain Institute | Behavioral & Neurodevelopmental Genetics Laboratory
Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science Board of Directors Student Representative
National Council of Urban Indian Health Youth Advisory Council Member
Enrolled Member of the Oneida Nation
And
Indigenous Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Advisory Group (ADRD)
Objectives:

Learn about the current research landscape and the complexities in Indigenous Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias research in Urban Settings.
Attendees will have an opportunity to provide recommendations to the Indigenous Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Advisory Group (ADRD) in the development of NIA policy ensuring Indigenous Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Research data are collected, housed, and disseminated in culturally responsive and respectful ways and ultimately made accessible to AIAN communities.

Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center: HIT Technical Assistance - Using Evaluation Data to Drive Social Determinants of Health Program Improvement Strategies
2023-07-18 14:00 - 15:00
July 18, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join us for a Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center (P2PSC) focused on HIT Technical Assistance support with Subject Matter Expert James Spillane.
Event goal:
To provide Urban Indian Organizations (UIO) with Health Information Technology (HIT) Technical Assistance and support.
Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO staff
Clinical Application Coordinators (CACs)
Billers and Coders
UIO staff who work with HIT, HIT Leadership

Emergency Preparedness Best Practices: Policies and Procedures for Urban Indian Organizations
2023-07-26 14:00 - 15:00
July 26, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
This webinar will discuss emergency preparedness best practices for Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs). Presenting will be Johnny Delgado from Bakersfield American Indian Health Project. Mr. Delgado will share the experiences of BAIHP as it relates to compliance, emergency preparedness, and staff training.
Presenters:
Johnny Delgado, HR Generalist / Grants Program/Project Director (Bakersfield American Indian Health Project)

Compassion Fatigue Training
2023-07-28 14:00 - 16:00
July 28, 2023 | 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. EDT
Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and learn about the critical topic of compassion fatigue. Explore the significant effects on those who aid individuals coping with stress, trauma, or pain. This event will illuminate the toll experienced by caregivers, including healthcare professionals and public health workers, particularly due to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) epidemic and the pandemic. You will acquire valuable insights and knowledge and equip yourself with tools to recognize compassion fatigue in others and within yourself.
Objectives:

Understand Compassion Fatigue
Bring awareness to symptoms
Decrease symptoms and decrease risk

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
Tribal Partners and Tribes

2023-2024 Emerging Leaders Council Application
2023-08-01 00:00 - 2023-08-31 12:00
2023-2024 Emerging Leaders Council Application
Don’t miss out on this enriching opportunity! The application is now closed.
The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) is seeking passionate and motivated American Indian and Alaska Native young adults living in urban communities and off reservations for our 2023-2024 Emerging Leaders Council Cohort! Being a member of the Emerging Leaders Council is an enriching opportunity to promote peer-level awareness and support for youth and young adult AI/ANs living in urban areas.
The NCUIH Emerging Leaders Council leads efforts that empower AI/AN youth and young adults to address health and wellness issues including but not limited to substance misuse, trauma, suicide, and other mental health challenges among Native youth. Through their hard work, members hone skills in advocacy, public speaking, project management, and professional development.
Don’t miss out on this valuable chance to receive training and hands-on experience alongside your peers! The deadline to apply is August 31st, 2023.
Benefits of The Emerging Leaders Council
Emerging Leaders Council members will receive training and hands-on experience in three broad areas:

Mentorship Opportunities

Meeting UIO healthcare executives
Shadowing NCUIH staff and learning about AI/AN advocacy
Conversing with health care professionals

Public Health Practices and Behavior Health Experience

Creating a project for the peer-level health and wellness project focused on but not limited to prevention of suicide, substance abuse, and mental health challenges.
Advocating for improved culturally competent AI/AN health care

Leadership Skills Building and Personal Growth

Developing advocacy policy skills
Building leadership and professional development skills
Improving self-care and wellness, while strengthening team-building skills

Apply Today
The application is now closed.
The PDF documents shown are only to ascertain information needed within the application, please fill out the application links for your form to be completed.
Emerging Leaders Council Selection Criteria

American Indian/Alaska Native living in Urban Communities and off-reservation
Between ages 18-24
Ability to engage in a 12-month commitment with NCUIH beginning September 20th, 2023, and ending on September 13th, 2024.
Must have a desire and willingness to grow by serving as a young leader representing urban communities.
Complete Emerging Leaders Council application, obtain one (1) mandatory reference and submit by August 31, 2023, at 12:00PM EDT (Noon). The reference must come from an individual 18+ who can confidently speak to your character. This includes but is not limited to a mentor, professor/teacher, supervisor, peer/work colleague, advisor.

Time Commitment & Participation
NCUIH expects that young adults selected for the National Emerging Leaders Council will commit to a 12-month term beginning Monday, September 20th, 2023, and ending September 13th, 2024. All activity expenses will be paid by NCUIH, a modest stipend will be provided. There will be no costs associated with membership in the NCUIH National Emerging Leaders Council.

Attend a 3-day in-person Emerging Leaders Council Orientation Training Dates: October 26th– 29th in Washington, DC (May be virtual pending COVID-19 Status)
Attend NCUIH’s 2024 Annual Conference Dates: TBD in late Spring/early Summer (May be virtual pending COVID-19 Status)
Attend UNITY’s 2024 Annual Conference Dates: TBD in late Spring/early Summer in Portland, OR (May be virtual pending COVID-19 Status)
Attend a virtual Mental Health First Aid Training Friday November 17th, 2023.
Attend monthly virtual check-in meetings between September 20th, 2023 – September 13th, 2024
Emerging Leaders Council General Meeting Participation: Estimated 3-4 hours monthly (1.5 hours monthly meeting + 2.5 hours working time)

Required Travel
Out-of-state travel for In-Person training, UNITY’s Annual Conference, and NCUIH’s Annual Conference may be required for Emerging Leaders Council members who are not located in Washington DC (pending COVID-19 Status). Out-of-state travel will be required for Emerging Leaders Council members who are not located in Washington DC or Portland OR.
Computer or Laptop Access
Emerging Leaders Council meetings will occur virtually with all 6 members and NCUIH staff starting monthly on September 20th, 2023 – September 13th, 2024. Calls will last approximately 1.5-2 hours and will be facilitated through Zoom software.
Notification of Acceptance
Emerging Leaders Council members will be notified of their selection to the NCUIH Urban Indian Emerging Leaders Council by Tuesday, September 15th, 2023.

IPC in Urban Indian Behavioral Health Settings
2023-08-09 14:00 - 15:00
August 9, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
As a proud partner with Project Firstline, the CDC’s National Training Collaborative for Healthcare Infection Control, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will use this virtual training to educate frontline healthcare workers on key concepts, actions, and tools related to IPC in the context of UIOs that provide behavioral health services. Attendees will have the opportunity to reinforce their IPC knowledge and will also have the opportunity to engage with subject matter experts and other UIOs.
Event Series Goal:
This series will provide Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) recommendations and resources for Urban Indian Organizations (UIO). The goal is to provide relevant and culturally competent information for UIOs by covering their various services: outreach/referral, behavioral health, and primary care.
Objectives:

To improve UIO workers’ knowledge and understanding of general IPC concepts and actions in the UIO setting.
To improve UIO workers’ awareness of IPC considerations related to behavioral health services and resources for UIOs.
To create space for the webinar attendees to share knowledge, challenges, successes, and resources related to IPC considerations and strategies in a behavioral health setting.

Presenters:

Host: Sophie Chishty, Public Health Project Coordinator, NCUIH
Knowledge Sharing: Zachary Prezotti, Public Health Associate, NCUIH
Activity: Zoë Harris (Mashpee Wampanoag), Public Health Associate, NCUIH
UIO Spotlight: Veronica “Ronnie” Whitehorse (Diné), from San Diego American Indian Health Center

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders
IPC Champions

Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center: Ask Anything HIT
2023-08-15 14:00 - 14:45
August 15, 2023 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. EDT
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask any Health Information Technology (HIT) related questions to our Subject Matter Expert James Spillane. In previous Peer-to-Peer Solutions Center trainings, Mr. Spillane has touched on various HIT subjects which include the following:

Driving Social Determinants of Health Program Improvement Strategies
Care System Design: The Importance of Categorization in EHRs
RPMS Data Capture Guidance for Grant Reporting

Event Goal:
To provide Urban Indian Organizations (UIO) with HIT Technical Assistance and support.
Objectives:

Identify and discuss common challenges in HIT and EHR
Discuss what HIT/EHR resources/trainings are needed
Provide TA Support to UIO challenges with HIT and EHR

Presenters:

James Spillane, HIT SME
Tiffani Stark, NCUIH

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO staff
Clinical Application Coordinators (CACs)
Billers and Coders
UIO staff who work with HIT, HIT Leadership

Please contact our Public Health Programs Manager, Tiffani Stark, at TStark@ncuih.org for more information.

Harvesting Hope: Strengthening HIV Services in Urban Indian Communities
2023-08-23 14:00 - 15:00
August 23, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join us for a dynamic listening session aimed at identifying gaps and unmet needs within Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) to enhance HIV programming. This event provides a unique platform for UIOs, federal partners, and stakeholders to collaborate, share updates and collectively address challenges. The discussion will be focused with NCUIH providing suggested topics to IHS and recommended talking points to UIOs.
Objectives:

Identify gaps and unmet needs of UIOs to improve HIV programming
Provide a forum between UIOs, federal partners, and other relevant parties to share updates and challenges
Discuss HIV education, prevention, and treatment, and reduce stigma throughout Indian Country on HIV screening and PrEP

Presenters:

Rick Haverkate, National HIV/HCV/STI Consultant, IHS Office of Clinical and Preventive Services

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs

NCUIH Contact: Kayla Emrick, TA Public Health Associate, kemrick@ncuih.org

Enhancing Culturally Responsive Sexual Health Communication in Urban Indian Care Settings
2023-08-29 14:00 - 15:00
August 29, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Discover a new dimension of culturally responsive sexual health communication in urban Indian care settings at the upcoming virtual event hosted by the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH). Join us for insights from expert Mattee Jim of First Nations Community Healthsource, as healthcare providers and public health professionals from Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) gather to learn about impactful recommendations and resources. Let’s strengthen the dialogue around sexual health, fostering understanding and healthier communities.
Objectives:

To improve knowledge of recommendations and strategies for enhancing cultural humility in sexual health communication
To increase awareness of resources and tools for culturally responsive sexual health communication
To foster collaboration and connections between stakeholders involved in Urban Indian sexual health service provision

Presenter:

Mattee Jim (Dine)
First Nations Community Healthsource

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribal Partners and Tribes

NCUIH Contact: Mattie Curry, Public Health Program Manager, mcurry@ncuih.org

Vax Chat 2023: Paths to Equity
2023-08-31 14:00 - 15:00
August 31, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) invites all experts and community members in urban Indian health to discuss what materials and strategies are needed to achieve permanent, equitable vaccination of adult American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) peoples, including COVID-19 and other vaccines.

Identify common challenges in outreach efforts that promote adult vaccinations to urban AI/AN people.
Discuss the vaccines that Urban Indian Organizations (UIO) plan to promote to their communities.
Identify what resources and strategies providers need when educating and encouraging urban Indian patients to get vaccinated.
Discuss how NCUIH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) can develop and share vaccination resources for frontline community health staff to help increase patient referrals.

Presenters:

Tiffani Stark, Public Health Program Manager, NCUIH
Myca Grant Hunthrop, Public Health Project Coordinator, NCUIH

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

IPC in Primary Care Settings
2023-09-07 14:00 - 15:00
September 7, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
As a proud partner with Project Firstline, the CDC’s National Training Collaborative for Healthcare Infection Control, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will use this virtual training to educate frontline healthcare workers on key concepts, actions, and tools related to IPC in the context of UIOs that provide primary care. Attendees will have the opportunity to reinforce their IPC knowledge and will also have the opportunity to engage with subject matter experts and other UIOs.
Event Series Goal:
This series will provide Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) recommendations and resources for Urban Indian Organizations (UIO). The goal is to provide relevant and culturally competent information for UIOs by covering their various services: outreach/referral, behavioral health, and primary care.
Objectives:

To improve UIO workers’ knowledge and understanding of key IPC concepts and actions within primary care settings.
To improve UIO workers’ awareness of how IPC can be easily integrated into their everyday work.
To create space for peer-to-peer learning and sharing on IPC between UIOs.

Presenters:

Daliyah Killsback (Northern Cheyenne, Assonet Band of Wampanoag) – IPC Fellow, National Council of Urban Indian Health
Karen Kwok – NCUIH Contractor
Debbie Dahl – Infection Prevention and Control Manager, Oklahoma City Indian Clinic

Audience:

UIO Staff
IPC Champions

Navigating Marketplace Enrollment: Pathways to Healthcare Coverage
2023-09-12 13:00 - 14:00
September 12, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EDT
Understanding healthcare coverage can be complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Join our upcoming webinar where you will gain insights and practical strategies for navigating ACA enrollment for community members with confidence. Learn how to help your community members gain valuable insights selecting the right healthcare plans, understanding options, and maintaining continuing coverage. Secure your spot now, this webinar is not to be missed.
Objectives:

Understand ACA Enrollment: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and its significance in providing healthcare coverage for individuals and family.
Navigate Enrollment Options: Learn how to help your community members navigate the various ACA enrollment options, including Health Insurance Marketplaces and Medicaid to find the option that best suit community member needs.
Master Enrollment Process: Acquire practical knowledge on the step-by-step process of enrolling, including key dates, documentation needed, and assistance resources available to ensure a successful enrollment experience.

Presenter:

Kristin Bitsuie, Tribal Health Care Reform Outreach and Education Policy Coordinator, Nation Indian Health Board (NIHB)

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Launching the New HIV/AIDS Resource Guide for Urban Indian Health Providers
2023-09-26 14:00 - 15:00
September 26, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join us for the HIV/AIDS Resource Guide Launch, an exclusive event tailored to empower Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) and health advocates in their fight against HIV/AIDS within their communities. During this session, UIOs will receive advanced access to the comprehensive guide and participate in an in-depth walkthrough led by our expert facilitators. Connect with like-minded advocates, explore collaboration opportunities, and be part of a pivotal moment in the battle against HIV/AIDS. Secure your spot by registering now, and help us spread the word for positive change. Together, we can make a difference in achieving health equity within Urban Indian communities.
Objectives:

Review the HIV/AIDS resource guide on the website.
Discuss any changes or additions to the guide based on UIO feedback.
Identify additional resources or training that may benefit UIOs in providing HIV/AIDS services.

Presenter:

Margot Bailowitz, Public Health Associate, NCUIH

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Utilizing Culture in Grant Writing and Programming
2023-09-28 14:00 - 15:00
September 28, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Discover the path to grant success with Shane Lopez-Johnston! Join us for an enlightening session with Shane Lopez-Johnston (Tolowa), the prevention and special projects director at the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest. In this captivating virtual event, you’ll gain valuable insights into grant writing strategies tailored for urban Indian programs, strategic planning to define grant funding scope and goals, and master best practices for grant reporting, data tracking/evaluation, and budgeting. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your community and elevate your grant game!
Objectives:

Gain a basic understanding of the Indigenous medicine wheel and the east and south direction of positive renewal and relationships.
Gain a basic understanding of strategies in writing grants as an urban Indian program.
Gain a basic understanding of strategic planning to establish scope and goals for grant funding.
Learn best practices and tools for grant reporting, data tracking/evaluation, and grant budgeting.
Gain a basic understanding of utilizing the Community Advisory/Elder Cultural Keeper approach to help incorporate traditional youth services in grant programming.

Presenter:

Shane Lopez-Johnston (Tolowa), Prevention and Special Projects Director, Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc.

Audience:

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

NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2024
2023-10-03 13:00 - 2023-10-05 14:00
October 3-5, 2023
We are excited to announce our upcoming virtual web series, “NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2024.” 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 2024. The focus groups will also provide an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the achievements and challenges of 2023, 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.
