May 21, 2026

Opioid Task Force Session at USET Best Practices Conference – June 17

The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) Opioid Task Force (OTF) will convene during this year’s USET Best Practices Conference to continue advancing our shared efforts to address substance use disorder and strengthen community response strategies.

The USET OTF serves as a cross-sector collaborative, bringing together partners from health, education, justice, and social services, as well as federal and non-federal organizations, along with USET member Tribal Nations and stakeholders. Together, we work to develop and promote effective, culturally grounded approaches and guidelines to address the opioid crisis.

This session will feature Ali Burrell from the Washington/Baltimore HIDTA (High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area), who will provide an overview of ODMAP (Overdose Detection Mapping Application Program) and discuss how real-time overdose data can support coordinated, life-saving interventions across Tribal communities.

All USET member Tribal Nation representatives and interested partners are encouraged to attend and participate in this important discussion. A complimentary lunch will be provided.

Meeting Details
Date: June 17, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Central
Location: USET Best Practices Conference
Registration is required, and space is limited

For questions, please contact: OTPH Integrated Community Health Manager, bjordan@usetinc.org

We look forward to your participation and continued collaboration in strengthening community health and wellness.

May 11, 2026

2026 Best Practices Conference Agenda Now Available

Dear USET/USET SPF Family,

USET is pleased to announce that the agenda for the 2026 Best Practices Conference happening June 15-17 in Nashville, TN is now available.

This year’s conference will feature a dynamic mix of general sessions, breakout discussions, and collaborative opportunities designed to support Tribal Nation programmatic priorities and strengthen peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.

Register Today

Registration for the 2026 Best Practices Conference is open. Participants are encouraged to secure their spot early to ensure access to all conference activities. To register and find more event information, please visit the event information page.

Hotel Room Block Deadline – May 15, 2026

Conference attendees are strongly encouraged to make lodging arrangements as soon as possible. The hotel room block will close on Friday, May 15, 2026, or sooner if capacity is reached. To make your reservation, please call 800-336-3335 or connect using this link: Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact: BPCsupport@usetinc.org

April 9, 2026

Registration open for 2026 USET Best Practices Conference

Dear USET/USET SPF Family,

Registration for the 2026 USET Best Practices Conference is open! This annual Conference will be held June 15-17, 2026, in Nashville, TN and will convene leaders from USET member Tribal Nations to engage in a collaborative setting to share knowledge, wisdom, and innovation to enhance our collective strength and impact.

This year we will build on the theme of “The Braided Path: Weaving together Wisdom, Innovation, and Community”, continuing an integrated approach to Tribal Sovereignty and Self-determination through the programmatic lens of our Offices of Environmental Resource Management, Economic Development, and Tribal Public Health.

The USET Best Practices Conference's tracks are designed to provide a diverse and comprehensive platform for exploring critical issues and emerging trends across various programmatic focuses. These tracks aim to foster dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. Through engaging presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, participants will gain valuable insights, share expertise, and forge meaningful connections with fellow professionals and thought leaders.

For more information on the Conference, including the agenda-at-a-glance, exhibiting information, etc., visit the event webpage. If you have any questions, please contact bpcsupport@usetinc.org.

Established in 1969, the United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. (USET) is a non-profit, inter-Tribal organization serving thirty-three (33) federally recognized Tribal Nations from the Northeastern Woodlands to the Everglades and across the Gulf of Mexico. USET is dedicated to enhancing the development of Tribal Nations, improving the capabilities of Tribal governments, and improving the quality of life for Indian people through a variety of technical and supportive programmatic services.