The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is excited to announce the next session of our 2026 Tribal Public Health Webinar Series! This series is part of our ongoing commitment to build capacity, share resources, and support Tribal Nations and the public health workforce across Indian Country.
We will explore how public health authority is rooted in sovereignty, how it shows up in everyday Tribal governance, and why it matters for building strong, self-determined health systems. Participants will learn how Tribal Nations use this authority to respond to community needs, create their own public health laws and codes, manage data, and lead prevention and wellness efforts that reflect their values and knowledge. This session will support Tribal leaders, health staff, allies, and partners by offering a clear understanding of how public health authority works and how it strengthens Tribal health systems.
It will also guide allies and partners in how to respectfully support Tribal public health priorities and uphold the sovereignty that drives these decisions.
What You Will Learn
How Tribal Nations are actively shaping public health policy and practice within their own jurisdictions
Examples of how Tribal governments use legal and governance tools to respond to public health needs
Approaches Tribes are using to design public health systems that reflect community values and priorities
How Tribal-led public health efforts strengthen long-term readiness and community well-being
Key considerations for working alongside Tribal Nations in ways that honors their decision-making authority
Who Should Attend
Tribal government leaders and staff involved in health, governance, or policy development
Public health practitioners working in Tribal, intertribal, state, or local settings
Organizations that collaborate with Tribal Nations on health-related initiatives
Professionals supporting public health planning, preparedness, or systems development
Organizations and private and public funders that collaborate with Tribal Nations on health-related initiatives
Anyone interested in understanding how Tribal governance influences public health action