NCUIH

Prevention Perspectives: Substance Misuse and Overdose Among Urban Native Populations
2024-06-05 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
June 5, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) for a discussion on substance misuse and overdose prevention. This standalone virtual event will include a brief presentation of findings from NCUIH’s 2024 opioid needs assessment and provide a space for Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) to share insights and best practices in preventing substance misuse and opioid overdoses.
NCUIH-Led Presentation and Guided Discussion By:

Deidre Greyeyes, Research & Data Manager
Sophie Chishty, Research Associate
Nahla Holland, Research Associate

Objectives:

Increase awareness of resources and services related to substance misuse and overdose prevention;
Enhance understanding of successes, challenges, and needs of UIOs providing services related to substance misuse and overdose prevention; and,
Foster connections between UIOs and facilitate conversations on insights and best practices.

Vax Chat 2024: Lessons Learned in Vaccine Equity
2024-06-13 14:00 - 15:00
June 13, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join the National Council for Urban Indian Health for a feedback discussion on the NCUIH Vaccine Equity project. This final vax chat will include a brief presentation about the CDC Vaccine Equity program and gather urban Indian perspectives on successes in vaccine equity, barriers to increasing vaccinations, and recommendations for continuing the work. This event will be recorded for internal use and will not be shared publicly.
Presentation and NCUIH-Led Discussion by:

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

Objectives:

Identify successes of the NCUIH Vaccine Equity program;
Address barriers to vaccine equity; and,
Establish recommendations for future vaccine equity programs.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Prevention: Intersections of Medical Forensic Health Care
2024-06-26 14:00 - 15:00
June 26, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Intersections of Medical Forensic Health Care
Join NCUIH for the final presentation in the “Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Prevention” training series. Presented by Nicole Stahlmann, forensic nurse consultant at IHS, this session will explore the intersections between victimization, domestic violence, and sexual assault. She will provide a framework for medical forensic health care across IHS and outline best practices to help reduce barriers for American Indian and Alaska Native patients seeking health care following violent crimes.
Presenter:
Nicole Stahlmann MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, SANE-P, FNE-A/P, Forensic Nurse Consultant, Indian Health Service Headquarters-Division of Nursing Services
Objectives:

List statistics related to victimization;
Describe the correlation between victimizations;
Understand Indian Health Service (IHS) forensic health care historical information;
Describe the current state of IHS & medical forensic health care; and,
Recognize IHS medical forensic best practices.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO staff

Expanding Maternal Health Services at Urban Indian Organizations
2024-07-10 14:00 - 15:30
July 10, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. EDT
Join NCUIH for a presentation on starting or expanding maternal health services at Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs). Dr. Tyler Freeman, physician and Director of Family Practice and Specialty Services at the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC), will share his experience developing a full-spectrum OBGYN clinic at OKCIC. He will discuss best practices, recommendations, and guidance in building a labor and delivery program at the UIO. Participants will be able to ask questions and share highlights and lessons learned by providing enhanced maternal health services.
Presenter:
Tyler Freeman, MD, Director of Family Practice and Specialty Services at the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic
Objectives:

Examine current maternal health services and staff capacity for obstetrics and gynecology services at UIOs.
Discuss implementation methods and guidance for expanding maternal health services at UIOs.
Hear best practices and lessons learned in maternal health services from peers at UIOs.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Navigating Crisis: The Role of 988
2024-07-11 14:00 - 15:00
July 11, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join NCUIH in raising awareness about the 988 Lifeline among Urban Indian Organizations and those who refer community members to 988. As a result of the well-known trauma from wars, genocide, and forced removal from ancestral lands, these and other factors contribute to suicide among American Indians and Alaska Natives. Participants will hear an overview of 988 Lifeline and learn how to promote it in a culturally relevant manner. Speakers will equip participants with practical strategies and resources to effectively communicate the benefits of 988 as a resource in their communities.
Presenters from the National Council or Urban Indian Health

Lyz Best, MA, MPH, Manager of Technical Assistance
Margot Bailowitz, Public Health Project Assistant

Objectives:

Explain the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, how it operates, and why it is a crucial resource for addressing mental health crises in American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Discuss and explore strategies and campaigns to promote 988, identifying best practices for culturally relevant outreach.
Utilize available resources to support 988 awareness, including educational materials, training opportunities, and partnership information to promote 988 within communities.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Those who refer community members to 988

Infection Prevention & Control Practices: Addressing Wound Care
2024-07-16 14:00 - 15:00
July 16, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Infection Prevention & Control Practices: Addressing Wound Care
For the second presentation in NCUIH’s Incorporating Infection Control Micro-Learn Training Resources series, Dr. Bola Ogundimu, Nurse Infection Preventionist and Health Scientist at the CDC, will provide an overview of the micro-learn training suite from the CDC’s Project Firstline (PFL) related to wound care and other skin issues including PFL’s Rash Micro-Learn. Participants will hear how applying bite-sized training content can help improve staff engagement and knowledge retention. Dr. Ogundimu will also briefly address treating rashes and wounds in a field setting outside of an Urban Indian Organization (UIO), e.g., in a health tent at a powwow. One continuing nursing education (CNE) credit is available.*
Presenter:
Bola Ogundimu, DrPH, RN, CIC, CPHQ (she/her/hers), Nurse Infection Preventionist/ Health Scientist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion, Prevention and Response Branch
Objectives:

Explain the concepts and benefits of using the PFL infection control micro-learn training resources at UIOs.
Increase awareness of available infection control micro-learn resources.
Discuss, outline, and incorporate the rash micro-learn at UIOs.
Summarize relevant CDC core IPC practices related to skin care, including wounds and rashes.

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 hour will be awarded. Successful completion of this continuing education activity includes the following:

Attending the entire CNE activity;
Completing the online evaluation; and,
Submitting an online CNE request.

Clinic to Community: Utilizing the 340B Program to Improve HIV Care for Urban Indian Populations
2024-07-23 13:00 - 14:00
July 23, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EDT

Utilizing the 340B Program to Improve HIV Care for Urban Indian Populations
Join NCUIH for the second presentation in its “Clinic to Community” series, designed to provide Urban Indian Organizations with more information on the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The session will provide an in-depth overview of the 340B Program, covering its purpose, benefits, and the critical policies and procedures necessary for effective implementation. Attendees will learn about the administrative aspects of the 340B, including eligibility criteria, registration processes, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations. Through this detailed presentation, participants will understand how to maximize the benefits of the 340B Program within their organizations and ensure its effective and efficient utilization, increasing access to affordable medications and improving HIV care for urban Indian populations. One continuing nursing education (CNE) credit is available.*
Presenter:
Michelle Fox, MBA, CGMS, 340B Policy and Compliance Director, Apexus
Objectives:

Provide a comprehensive overview of the 340B Drug Pricing Program, including its benefits and eligibility criteria, focusing on improving access to affordable HIV medications for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations.
Ensure a clear understanding of the 340B Program’s policies, compliance requirements, and administrative processes.
Offer strategies to streamline administrative tasks and improve the efficient utilization of the 340B Program within UIOs to support HIV care services.
Promote partnerships between UIOs, health care providers, and community organizations to support effective 340B Program implementation and improve HIV health outcomes in AI/AN communities.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Stakeholders and HIV Care Advocates
Tribal Partners and Tribes

Recording not available.

*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 CNE activity;
Completing the online evaluation; and,
Submitting an online CNE request.

Investing in Wellness: Financing Behavioral Health Toolkit Launch
2024-08-22 14:00 - 15:00
August 22, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health as it previews its new toolkit “Investing in Wellness: Financing Behavioral Health.” Speakers will highlight key financing strategies to strengthen access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services for Indian Health Service beneficiaries. Participants will learn valuable insights and resources and receive tools to enhance behavioral health programming and initiatives through sustainable financing opportunities.
National Council of Urban Indian Health Presenters:

Evey Maho, MAdm. Director of Technical Assistance
Lyz Best, MA, MPH, Manager of Technical Assistance

Objectives:

Learn how to utilize the Behavioral Health Financing Toolkit as a resource to support and enhance behavioral health programs and initiatives within your organization.
Explore key financing strategies for behavioral health programming in Indian Country.
Engage in discussion to share insights and needs related to behavioral health financing.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
Tribes and Tribal Partners

Clinic to Community: Implementing HIV Navigation Services in Urban Indian Organizations
2024-08-28 14:00 - 15:00
August 28, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Implementing HIV Navigation Services in Urban Indian Organizations
Join NCUIH for the third presentation in its “Clinic to Community” series, designed to provide Urban Indian Organizations with more information on the HIV Navigation Services framework. This event will review the five steps of providing HIV Navigation Services to people with HIV and high-risk HIV-negative individuals. Organizers will connect participants to further training opportunities to expand staff capacity in providing this level of care.
Presenter:
Kurt Begaye (Diné) Senior Capacity Building Specialist, Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc.
Objectives:
At the conclusion of this event, participants will be able to:

Identify the steps to HIV Navigation Services for clients with HIV and high-risk HIV-negative clients;
Implement tenets of HIV Navigation Services at their organization; and,
Access further training opportunities to expand staff competency in providing HIV Navigation Services to urban Indian communities.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff
HIV Prevention and Care Providers

NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2025
2024-09-03 13:00 - 2024-09-05 14:30
September 3-5, 2024
We are excited to announce our upcoming virtual web series, “NCUIH UIO Focus Groups: Setting Policy Priorities for 2025.” 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 2025. The focus groups will also provide an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the achievements and challenges of 2024, 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.

Infection Prevention and Control Practices: Addressing Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette
2024-09-12 14:00 - 15:00
September 12, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Infection Prevention and Control Practices: Addressing Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette
Bandwidth among health care workers is low, and applying bite-sized content during trainings can help improve staff engagement and knowledge retention. This final presentation in the “Incorporating Infection Control Micro-Learn Training Resources” series will provide an overview of the CDC Project Firstline’s Cough and Congestion Micro-Learn and help Urban Indian Organization (UIO) staff learn how they can incorporate these approachable trainings at their facility. One continuing nursing education (CNE) credit is available.*
www.cdc.gov/project-firstline/media/pdfs/Micro-Learns-Cough-Congestion-508.pdf
Presenter:
Zeshan Chisty, MPH (He/Him), Epidemiologist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Objectives:

Explain the benefits of using the Project Firstline Infection Control Micro-Learn Training Resources with staff at your UIO.
Discuss and outline the Cough and Congestion Micro-Learn, including incorporating it at UIOs.
Summarize additional relevant CDC core IPC practices related to respiratory hygiene.

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 hour will be awarded. Successful completion of this continuing education activity includes the following:

Attending the entire CNE activity;
Completing the online evaluation; and,
Submitting an online CNE request.

Data Sharing & Data Use Agreements 101
2024-09-17 14:00 - 15:00
September 17, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Join NCUIH for training on data sharing and data use agreements. This standalone virtual event will include a presentation around the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement™ (TEFCA™), data use, and data sharing. Participants will increase their knowledge of establishing data use agreements and have an opportunity to ask questions of expert speakers and peer Urban Indian Organizations.
Speakers:
TBD
Objectives:

Increase Urban Indian Organizations’ (UIOs) knowledge surrounding TEFCA™ and data sharing.
Increase UIOs’ knowledge on creating and utilizing data use agreements.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Managing Health Care Operations: Grant Requirements for Sustainability Planning
2024-09-26 14:00 - 15:00
September 26, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Grant Requirements for Sustainability Planning
Join NCUIH for the first of three presentations in the Managing Health Care Operations series. This webinar aims to help Urban Indian Organizations manage health care operations by sharing the basics of grant requirements for sustainability planning. Participants will learn proactive strategies to ensure sustainable grant funding and how to communicate successes to funders effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to plan for the future and build a more robust health care organization.
NCUIH Presenters:

Evelina Maho, MAdm. (Diné) Director of Technical Assistance
Lyzbeth Best, MA, MPH, Manager of Technical Assistance

Objectives:

Learn the basics of grant requirements for sustainability planning.
Employ proactive and strategic planning steps to ensure sustainable grant funding.
Communicate success to funders through documentation and narration.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Managing Health Care Operations: Fundraising and Capital Campaigns for Urban Indian Organizations
2024-10-10 14:00 - 15:00
We regret to inform you that today’s webinar has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We are working to reschedule the event and will notify you as soon as a new date is confirmed. Thank you for your understanding.
October 10, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Fundraising and Capital Campaigns for Urban Indian Organizations
Join NCUIH for the second presentation in the Managing Health Care Operations series. This webinar aims to help Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) manage their health care operations by learning about fundraising and capital campaigns through peer-to-peer sharing. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Dr. Donna Polk, chief executive officer of the Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition Inc., and share knowledge learned in creating and sustaining funding and capital campaigns. Participants will have an opportunity to share best practices and ask questions.
Presenter:
Donna Polk, Ph.D., LMHP, Chief Executive Officer, Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition Inc.
Objectives:

Gain an understanding of fundraising and capital campaign basics.
Apply lessons learned from fundraising and capital campaigns for UIOs.
Create a forum for peer sharing and discussion.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Protecting Native Communities: Best Practices for RSV and Flu Vaccination
2024-11-12 14:00 - 15:00
November 12, 2024 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Join the National Council of Urban Indian Health as we recognize Native American Heritage Month with a presentation that supports equitable adult vaccination and aims to prevent severe illnesses arising in Urban Indian communities from RSV and influenza. This event focuses on providing RSV and flu information and assisting Urban Indian Organizations in developing effective and culturally competent strategies for educating and promoting RSV and flu vaccination among their patients and the urban Native communities they serve.
Presenters:
All Nations Health Center

Cherith Smith, PharmD, RPh (Piikani (Peigan Blackfoot)/Sicangu Lakota (Rosebud Sioux))
Christian Goes Ahead-Lopez MHA, BSHA (Crow/Apsáalooke)

Native Health

Jennifer Veaco, MD IBCLC

Objectives:

Support RSV and flu vaccine promotion and education initiatives at Urban Indian Organizations.
Increase flu and RSV vaccination rates among urban American Indian and Alaska Native people.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Managing Health Care Operations: Leveraging Tax Incentives, Loans, and Grants from the Inflation Reduction Act
2024-11-14 14:30 - 15:30
At this time all webinar recordings and materials have been taken down as the Office of Climate Change and Health Equity (OCCHE) is no longer active.
November 14, 2024 | 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ET

Leveraging Tax Incentives, Loans, and Grants from the Inflation Reduction Act
Join NCUIH for the final presentation in the Managing Health Care Operations webinar series. This webinar aims to provide Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) with an overview of the new opportunities in resilience and emissions reduction legislation introduced in the Inflation Reduction Act. Don’t miss this chance to leverage these benefits by implementing the different tax incentives, loans, and grants available to UIOs.
Presenters:

Ana Abel, MPH, ORISE Fellow, HHS Office of Climate Change and Health Equity
Jenny Keroack, MPH, Policy Advisor, Immediate Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services
Edyta Debowska, MPH, Management and Program Analyst, Office of Climate Change and Health Equity, Department of Health and Human Services.

Objectives:

Explore Inflation Reduction Act tax incentives, loans, and grants available to many Urban Indian Organizations.
Learn about the ways operational sustainability supports organizational resilience.
Review some resources available to help UIOs leverage Inflation Reduction Act

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

Managing Health Care Operations: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge in Project Management
2025-01-16 14:00 - 15:00
January 16, 2025 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

Integrating Indigenous Knowledge in Project Management
Many Native American Tribes utilize oral history and teachings to transfer knowledge of their nation’s customs and operations. This method of transferring knowledge is integral in creating a framework that successfully ties Native ways of knowing with design, project management, and structure within the urban Indian health setting. Integrating Indigenous cultural knowledge systems into project management provides the necessary tools to create a seamless project design process. The presenter will share a model that curates an effective deployment method for development within Urban Indian Organizations and federally qualified health centers.
Presenter:

Ty J. Show (Blackfeet) Project Manager, NATIVE HEALTH Phoenix

Objectives:

Learn how to effectively integrate Native ways of knowing and project management within urban Indian health to streamline an efficient design process.
Develop organizational and project management skills to collaborate across health center departments on various design projects.
Acquire tools to support facility infrastructure, including designing and implementing technology and construction projects.

Audience:

UIO ED/CEOs
UIO Staff

What Medicaid Cuts Would Mean for Indian Country
2025-02-05 13:00 - 14:00
﻿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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We are excited to welcome you to Washington, D.C., next week for the NCUIH Annual Conference! We are using an online platform called Whova for this year’s event. Please download and log in to Whova and sign up for sessions today. Check your email for an NCUIH-only code needed to gain access to the event. After downloading, use the email address you used to register for the conference when signing up for the Whova mobile app or web portal. Make sure you choose a strong password. You can also sign up using a social media account. If you need more guidance on using Whova to attend the event, please visit Whova User Guides.

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.
