Hidden Barriers to Engagement: IPV & Reproductive Coercion in HIV Care

Hidden Barriers

Designed for professionals working in HIV care, this training explores how intimate partner violence (IPV) and reproductive coercion can create hidden barriers to HIV prevention, treatment, and ongoing care. Participants will learn practical, trauma-informed strategies to recognize these barriers, support patient safety and autonomy, and strengthen engagement in HIV care.

Date: November 5, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM MST/PHX

Location: Virtual

Mindful Midlife Medicine: Polyvagal Tools for the Menopause Transition

Mindful Midlife Medicine

Dates: Tuesdays – October 6, 13, 20, 27, and November 3, 10, 17 and 24

Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM Pacific time

Location: Online via Zoom

Info: Interested parties can juniperpineconsulting@gmail.com to register for free or a reduced rate or to learn more!

Space is extremely limited, so folks should contact as early as possible for a spot!

Dancing at the Heart of the Wound – A circle for Indigenous women remembering the strength carried in our bones

Dancing at the heart of the wound

Dates: Thursdays – October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and November 5, 12, 19, and December 11

Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM Pacific time

Location: Online via Zoom

Info: Interested parties can juniperpineconsulting@gmail.com to register for free or a reduced rate or to learn more!

Space is extremely limited, so folks should contact as early as possible for a spot!

HHS Cancels Infant Mortality, Postpartum Grants to Focus on Sperm Counts, ED

Officials at the Office of Minority Health told grantees that they’re prioritizing “root causes” of infertility and promoting exercise.

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Free Post-Natal Male Doula Training: Building Skills to Help New Fathers

SPARK

Date: February 6 & 13, 2027

Time: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM MST/PHX

Location: South Mountain Community Center 212 E. Alta Vista Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85042

Info: Free breakfast and lunch will be included

Register by January 15, 2027!

Short Program for American Indian and Alaska Native Knowledge (SPARK)

SPARK

Purpose: To enhance AI/AN health education by integrating community voices into program design and implementation, promoting ethical improvements, and raising awareness of health disparities and public health needs.

Info: Free, online course lasting 4 weeks

Dates: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM-7:00 PM MST

Location: Virtual with hybrid opportunities for one in-person session l Facilitated through Zoom

Now Accepting Applications: Community Small Grants Program

The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc., in collaboration with the Climate Assessment for the Southwest, is pleased to announce the Community Small Grants Program and invites eligible Tribal communities to apply for funding to support integrated pest management projects that advance climate-adaptive practices.

This funding opportunity provides direct support to Tribal communities in Arizona and New Mexico to address pesticide management, an emerging and under-resourced climate and health challenge. Through this opportunity, communities can strengthen their capacity to make informed, climate-responsive decisions and develop strategies that enhance resilience to increasing aridity and extreme heat, particularly in agricultural and structural pest management contexts.

All Federally Recognized Tribes and Pueblos located within the region covered by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Southwest Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments (RISA) team (Arizona and New Mexico) are eligible to apply. Up to four Tribal sub-awardees will be selected through this competitive process. Funding for all sub-award projects is contingent upon the continued availability of NOAA support.

Please see the attached application materials to view additional program information.

Funding Available

Four (4) grants of $37,500 each will be awarded to support projects.

Eligibility

Federally Recognized Tribes and Pueblos located in Arizona and New Mexico are eligible to apply.

Project Period

October 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027

Application Deadline

Complete proposals, including all the required documents identified in the “Application Requirements & Submission“ section, must be submitted via email no later than Friday, September 11, 2026, to kelly.jendrisak@itcaonline.com.

Questions?

For questions regarding this funding opportunity, please contact: Kelly Jendrisak, ITCA Air Quality Coordinator, via email at kelly.jendrisak@itcaonline.com.

March 2, 2021 Press Release
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Trends in Pregnancy-Related Mortality in the United States

A new research article seeks to describe Pregnancy Mortality Surveillance System (PMSS)-identified underlying causes of pregnancy-related deaths and changes over time in the overall and cause-specific pregnancy-related mortality ratios in the United States from 2005-2024.

Trends in Pregnancy-Related Mortality in the United States

Native Health: Integrated Health and Outreach Program

APT Annual Conference 2026

If you have any questions, please email or call:

nhiho@nachci.com

602-279-5262 or 602-848-3445

Tribal Compost Training – September 23

Tribal Compost Training

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The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc., in collaboration with Yavapai-Apache Nation, is pleased to host a Tribal Compost Training on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. This one-day training will focus on small-scale community composting and provide participants with practical tools and strategies for developing a composting program.

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Tunlii Community Center, 1520 E. Cherry Creek Road Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Registration: Click Here

Topics Include:

  • Overview and benefits of composting
  • Basics of composting science
  • Sourcing feedstocks for composting
  • Community composting approaches and methods
  • Vermicomposting
  • Program planning and budgeting

If you have any questions or experience any issues completing the registration form, please contact Kelly Jendrisak at kelly.jendrisak@itcaonline.com.

Environmental Quality Programs Summer 2026 Internship

The ITCA’s Environmental Quality Programs (ITCA EQP) Internship aims to develop a cadre of student leaders to pursue environmental quality and climate change-related professions upon completing their undergraduate/graduate training program.

Intern activities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Participation in workshops and research focused on Federal Indian Policy and Environmental Policy.
  • Assisting ITCA’s Pesticide Program, Tribal Air Quality, Solid Waste Management, and Tribal Water Systems staff.
  • Participation in workshops focused on recent changes in climate change laws and policies, and its impact to Tribes.
  • Grant writing, researching methods for identifying grant opportunities, and the submittal process.
  • Exposure to non-profit organization operations, activities, and administrative duties.

March 2, 2021 Press Release

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The Frank Harrison and Harry Austin Voting Rights Scholarship Essay Contest – 2026

On July 15, 1948, the Arizona Supreme Court recognized the American Indian right to vote, thanks to the unwavering commitment of Frank Harrison and Harry Austin of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. This pivotal ruling overturned a previous decision that denied Native Americans the right to vote for two decades, when Gila River Indian Community members Peter Porter and Rudolph Johnson attempted to register. Today, we honor their achievements by actively participating in local, state, and federal elections.

The Frank Harrison and Harry Austin Voting Rights Scholarship Essay Contest recognizes Native American students in higher education who demonstrate civic engagement by participating in non-tribal elections and actively work to protect their right to vote. Frank Harrison, Harry Austin, Peter Porter, and Rudolph Johnson acknowledged the impact of their votes on their communities and families. A vote catalyzes civic action and determines our communities’ trajectory. As citizens, we exercise our right to vote and ensure local and federal officials address our concerns.

Scholarship Application

CLICK HERE for the Scholarship Application.

Applications must be submitted online by Friday, August 14, 2026.

Training Announcement

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Certification Specialist – Tribal Water Systems Department

Certification Specialist – Tribal Water Systems Department

Duties and Responsibilities: This list is not all-inclusive of the duties and responsibilities and/or skills, knowledge, and abilities of this position.

  • Coordinate and facilitate individual water and wastewater systems training and certification examination events
  • Process applications for new Tribal certification and renewal of existing Tribal certification
  • Event planning to include: securing venue, scheduling speakers/trainer, advertise event, preparing training timeline, agenda, and registration
  • Provides professional and skilled assistance to the Training Manager in the planning, development and implementation of certification programs and projects that serve various Tribes
  • Arranges, prepares for, and facilitates individual training and examination events that are necessary for the certification of Tribal water and wastewater utility personnel
  • Must reside in the Metropolitan Phoenix area, AZ

22nd Annual Fatherhood is Leadership National Conference

Held Mom & Baby

This year’s Fatherhood is Leadership conference will bring together facilitators, community leaders, educators, advocates, and organizations from across the nation for several days of learning, networking, collaboration, and inspiration. Register now!

Date: November 17-19, 2026

Location: Wrigleyville West Conference Center – 860 N Riverview, Mesa, AZ 85201

Samaria Behavioral Health Center

Held Mom & Baby

Samaria Behavioral Health Center – Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic

Location: 6197 S Rural Rd, Bldg 1 & 2 – Tempe, AZ 85283

Phone: 480-471-8980

Fax: 480-912-1061

Contact: info@samariabehavioral.com

Website: www.samariabehavioral.com

WIC Recipe Contest!

Numbers & Narratives

Held Mom & Baby Intensive Outpatient Therapy Program

Held Mom & Baby

Now accepting patients!

Location: 16601 N. 40th Street, Suite 216, Phoenix, AZ 85032

In-Person on: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday

Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM MST/PHX

Contact: hello@marleymentalhealthaz.com l 480-788-8466 (call or text)

Rural Lifestyle Intervention Study

Numbers & Narratives

If you deliver programs in rural communities, participate in three online group discussions on how to make lifestyle change interventions more practical, engaging, and effective!

Questions? Contact Alejandra (she/her/ella) at alejandra.m.huerta@utah.edu

Cihuapactli Collective Talking Circles

Maternal Health Working Group

The Cihuapactli Collective hosts talking circles that are designed to help restore balance between the heart, head, and soul for individuals, their families, and our community. Their various talking circles are: Tonalpahqui Circulo, Supporting the Helper, Wellbriety, and Leaders are Humans Too. Discover which one could be right for you.

Offered in both English and Spanish!

Available online via Zoom or In-Person.

To register: Fill out this form.

For more information: Visit their website here.
For questions: Please contact tonalpahqui@cihuapactlicollective.org

Equity & Access Lunch & Learn Series

Death Comadre

Date: 4th Tuesday of every month

Time: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM MST/PHX

Location: Online – Zoom

Voter Information Pamphlet

Voter Information Pamphlet

History of the Native Vote in Arizona

History of the Native Vote in Arizona History of the Native Vote in Arizona

Arizona Clean Elections

https://www.azcleanelections.gov/

4th Trimester Doula Certification and Contracting Program

Health Insurance Trainings

4th Trimester is seeking community-based Doulas across Arizona to support maternal mental health for AHCCCS families through a statewide initiative.
Spots are limited – apply today!

New Opportunities in Drowning Prevention for Fatality Review Teams

Wellness Cohort

Presented by: National Center for Fatality Review & Prevention
Contact drowning@ncfrp.org to learn more!