Events

September 4, 2024. 11:00 am Pacific. Grant writing webinar - BIA Tribal Climate Resilience Annual Awards Program Request for Proposals. The 2024 Annual Awards Program request for proposals (RFP)  is open to Federally-recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations as defined in 25 U.S.C. § 5304(l) (other entities may participate as sub-grantees). This program will provide approximately $120 million (M) in funding in FY24 support for Tribal climate resiliency. The solicitation is available on the TCR website via the Annual Awards Program page (https://www.bia.gov/service/tcr-annual-awards-program). The full solicitation is available here: https://www.bia.gov/sites/default/files/media_document/bia_tcr_2024_annual_awards_program_rfp.pdf. To register for the Grant Writing Webinar, click here: https://www.bia.gov/events/grant-writing-workshop-fy24-annual-awards-program.

September 3-4, 2024. Northwest Rural Investment Strategy Summit. Skamania, WA. This event will be an opportunity for partnership building across sectors and learn from experiences of communities on the ground who have been working to develop proposals and attract federal investments. The Summit will be a chance to build deep alignment among regional capital providers, community leaders, and capacity builders around how to meet this moment and identify clear outcomes and steps forward. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nw-rural-investment-strategy-summit-tickets-949347823897. 

September 5, 2024. 10:00 am Pacific. 2024 Tribal Energy Webinar Series: Federal Support for Intertribal Organizations. Join the Office of Indian Energy to learn about our latest funding opportunities, including Support for Tribal Clean Energy Communication and Engagement, available to eligible intertribal organizations. Representatives from the Midwest Tribal Resource Association Inc. (MTERA) and the Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) will share how similar past DOE funding catalyzed clean energy development for their member Tribes. MTERA and TCC each received funding to establish intertribal technical assistance energy providers networks. Learn more on the project pages: MTERA: https://www.energy.gov/indianenergy/midwest-tribal-energy-resources-association-inc-2016-project. TCC: https://www.energy.gov/indianenergy/tanana-chiefs-conference-2016-project. Register for the webinar here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7797691825468769368. 

September 9, 2024. 10:00 am Pacific. Webinar: Leveraging Extension and University Engagement: Developing and Implementing Novel Projects Using Transdisciplinary Approaches. Join us for a webinar looking at how Land-grant University administration can support faculty and staff in adopting transdisciplinary approaches and leverage the power of engagement. We’ll hear from top University administrators about the challenges of such work and the opportunities to overcome them, and discuss how to navigate multifaceted projects that support inclusivity and diverse perspectives to address the complex challenges facing food and agricultural systems today. Register here.

September 9-12, 2024. National Tribal & Indigenous Climate Conference. Anchorage, Alaska. The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) is pleased and excited to convene the third Biennial National Tribal and Indigenous Climate Conference (NTICC). Our theme for this year is Shared Responsibility for Indigenous Climate Resilience. nau.edu/nticc2024

September 17, 2024. 11:30 am Pacific. Environmental Justice Technical Assistance Webinar Series. This webinar will be held jointly with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Representatives from the Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Centers (EJ TCTACs) will discuss their services. Click here to register for the live event: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/11edc56a-cc43-4f42-abcd-7fbf25fb46ff@0693b5ba-4b18-4d7b-9341-f32f400a5494

September 18-19, 2024. Great Plains Tribal Water Alliance's Water and Climate Conference. This gathering will bring together Tribal leaders, experts, and community members to explore Indigenous perspectives on the interconnected challenges of climate change and water topics. Keynote speakers and workshops will focus on land-based adaptations, decolonizing climate change knowledge, and forging paths for resilient futures rooted in traditional wisdom. Engage in a decolonial learning journey that honors our connection to the land and water, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. Register here.

September 26, 2024. 7:00 am Pacific. South Central CASC, Southeast CASC, and U.S. Forest Service Webinar: Partnering with Fire: Learning from Tribal Nations and Indigenous Practices. This virtual webinar is open to natural and cultural resource managers, especially from Tribal Nations in the southern United States, and others who want to learn more about the how Tribes work with fire to adapt to a changing climate. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXX5iZWlX9oIPuoLquY43rTQsM7XBvTGvELH6XMlGjEBgyaA/viewform

September 29 - October 3, 2024. ATNI 2024 Annual Convention. Ilani Casino Resort. Ridgefield, Washington. At the upcoming Annual Convention, we anticipate a productive and valuable exchange of ideas, promoting collaboration among tribal leaders, professionals, and community members. It is through this combined effort that we strive to facilitate positive change and empower our communities collectively. ATNI Conventions serve as important gatherings where members come together to engage in productive discussions, informative presentations, and committee activities related to policy, legislation, and the future of Indian Country in the Northwest. Click here to register.

September 30- October 4, 2024. Shifting Seasons Summit #4: Implementation of Climate Resilience. Menominee Resort and Casino, Keshena, WI. Registration is now open! Shifting Seasons Summits are hosted periodically by the College of Menominee Nation's Sustainable Development Institute and partners. The multi-day meetings are intended to bring together Tribal decision makers, federal agencies, Indigenous practitioners, land resource stewards, and climate change scientists to share knowledge and resources to benefit climate change adaptation efforts by Tribal and non-Tribal entities. https://www.icrn.us/shifting-seasons

October 15, 2024. 11:00 am Pacific. Layering the Capital Stack in Indian Country The capital stack represents the various sources of funding that provide needed financing or grant capital for a project. Through public and private investment, Indian Country can take advantage of innovative financing options that successfully get projects to the finish line. During this installment of the CDFA Tribal Financing Webinar Series, speakers will discuss how tribal governments and their partner organizations are finding new and interesting ways to layer capital for tribal projects.https://www.cdfa.net/e/TribalFinance 

November 6-7, 2024. Tribal Climate and Health Adaptation Summit. The Summit is hosted by the Pala Band of Mission Indians’ Tribal Climate Health Project (travel stipends are available). This Summit brings together experts and practitioners in Tribal health and climate adaptation to explore emerging and successful strategies that address the physical, mental, socioeconomic, and cultural and spiritual health and wellbeing of Tribes. For more information and to register, click here.