BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ITCMI - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ITCMI X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.itcmi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ITCMI REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250327T143145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200708Z UID:8051-1745971200-1746057599@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Denim Day DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/denim-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ARC-DENIM-DAY-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20241001T123757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200643Z UID:7661-1745762400-1745766000@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Native Family Engagement Events DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/native-family-engagement-events/ LOCATION:Nokomis Cultural Heritage Center\, 5153 Marsh Road\, Okemos\, 48864\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/HRSA-Listening-Sessions-Flyer-Ingham70.png ORGANIZER;CN="Devin Smith":MAILTO:devin.smith@itcmi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250425T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250425T150000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250321T141925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200616Z UID:8043-1745575200-1745593200@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Road to Restoration DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/road-to-restoration/ LOCATION:Traverse City Michigan Works\, 1209 S. Garfield Ave. Suite C\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49783\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Traverse-City-drivers-reinstatment-day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250425T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250425T130000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250403T154357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T154542Z UID:8063-1745575200-1745586000@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:DEA National Takeback DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/dea-national-takeback/ LOCATION:Bay Mills Police Department\, 12449 W Lakeshore Drive\, Brimley\, MI\, 49715\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/DEA-Take-Back-April-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250424T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250424T193000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250404T130545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T130831Z UID:8070-1745517600-1745523000@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Preventing HPV Related Cancers: The Role of Dental Professionals DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/preventing-hpv-related-cancers-the-role-of-dental-professionals/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/04242025-HPV-with-Titles.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250321T134120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200547Z UID:8031-1745424000-1745427600@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Fatherhood Support & Education Group DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/fatherhood-support-education-group/ LOCATION:American Indian Health and Family Services\, 4880 Lawndale\, Detroit\, 48210\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Father-support-group.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T143000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250321T140550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200516Z UID:8040-1745398800-1745418600@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Advocacy Day 2025 DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/advocacy-day-2025/ LOCATION:Anderson Building\, 124 N. Capitol Ave.\, Lansing\, MI\, 48933\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/04232025-Flyer-Adv-Day-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250423 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250128T193922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200441Z UID:7853-1745366400-1745452799@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Cancer in Rural Communities: A GW Cancer Center Community of Practice DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/cancer-in-rural-communities-a-gw-cancer-center-community-of-practice/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot-2025-01-28-at-2.11.24 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T110000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250303T163237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200407Z UID:7960-1745056800-1745060400@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Postpartum Support Group DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/postpartum-support-group/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Postpartum-Support-Group-Final.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T150000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250407T184649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190911Z UID:8084-1744898400-1744902000@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Healthy Native People Coalition DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/healthy-native-people-coalition/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/HNPC-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250415T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250416T170000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250114T183259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200333Z UID:7819-1744704000-1744822800@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Tribal Prevention Conference DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/tribal-prevention-conference/ LOCATION:Bay Mills Resort and Casino\, 11386 W. Lakeshore Drive\, Brimley\, 49715\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Prevention-Conference-Save-the-Date-Flyer39.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cody Jodoin":MAILTO:cjodoin@itcmi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250417 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250211T191026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200252Z UID:7882-1744675200-1744847999@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:4th Annual Michigan Tribal Prevention Conference DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/4th-annual-michigan-tribal-prevention-conference/ LOCATION:Bay Mills Resort and Casino\, 11386 W. Lakeshore Drive\, Brimley\, 49715\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Tribal-Prevention-Conference-FLYER.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cody Jodoin":MAILTO:cjodoin@itcmi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250327T141721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200216Z UID:8048-1744455600-1744466400@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Paint Your Peace DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/paint-your-peace/ LOCATION:Nikomis – Mishomis Gamik\, 2076 Shunk Road\, Sault Sainte Marie\, MI\, 49783\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ARC-Paint-Your-Peace-Flyer-202538.jpg.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250311T134851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200143Z UID:7989-1744452000-1744466400@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Mandaamin Celebration DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/mandaamin-celebration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/04122025-Mandaamin-Celebration.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250411T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250411T140000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250321T131811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200114Z UID:8026-1744362000-1744380000@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Teen Health Fair DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/teen-health-fair/ LOCATION:Rudyard High School\, 11185 W 2nd Street\, Rudyard\, 49780\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/04112025-Flyer-Rudyard-Teen-Health-Fair.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T193000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250404T122944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T123054Z UID:8067-1744308000-1744313400@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Preventing Tobacco Related Cancer: The Role of Dental Professionals DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/preventing-tobacco-related-cancer-the-role-of-dental-professionals/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/04102025-Tobacco-With-Titles.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T160000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250319T175936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200044Z UID:8019-1744210800-1744214400@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Traditional Tobacco Teachings Webinar DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/traditional-tobacco-teachings-webinar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/04092025-Webinar-IG-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Young":MAILTO:ashley.young@itcmi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T120000 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250321T135229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T200002Z UID:8035-1744196400-1744200000@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Healthy Start Family Play Group DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/healthy-start-family-play-group/ LOCATION:American Indian Health and Family Services\, 4880 Lawndale\, Detroit\, 48210\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Play-Group.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404 DTSTAMP:20260628T110731 CREATED:20250312T181210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T195932Z UID:7996-1743465600-1743724799@www.itcmi.org SUMMARY:Tribal Public Health Conference DESCRIPTION:Center CultureStrengthen the Community.Advance Resilience.May 20\, 202610 am – 12 pm Register:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDS8WXH Participants will learn how Indigenous knowledge and research reshape our understanding of resilience\, highlighting the importance of family\, community systems\, and generational strength.  The training also examines current themes\, emerging challenges\, and practical ways to align programs and services with community needs. Through guided discussions and reflections\, participants will build skills in cultural humility\, community engagement\, and systems awareness\, gaining tools to strengthen partnerships and support culturally grounded practices in their work. By tbhe end of the session\, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to apply cultural resilience in real-world settings to improve outcomes and support sustainable\, community-defined well-being. Presented by: Iris PrettyPaint\, PhD Dr. PrettyPaint (Blackfeet/Crow) has more than 45 years of experience as a researcher\, educator\, facilitator\, and communicator.  She holds her Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work with a focus on administration and evaluation and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Minnesota.  Dr. PrettyPaint has an extensive\, positive history of working with tribes\, states\, and government agencies including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, and the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to support tribal communities in their efforts to improve behavioral health\, mental wellness\, and substance abuse treatment\, with a strong focus on culturally relevant care for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. Questions or additional information:Amanda Virden\, amanda.virden@itcmi.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.itcmi.org/event/tribal-public-health-conference/ LOCATION:Choctaw Casino & Resort\, 4216 US-69\, Durant\, OK\, 74701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/welcome_banner_whova_750x300.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR