World Suicide Prevention DayStart the Conversation. Strengthen Connection.Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, a time to come together and remind our Native youth that they are needed, valued, and never alone.Every conversation matters. Every connection matters. And sometimes, simply taking the time to check on someone can open the door to the support they need. […]
Yá’át’ééh (hello), my name is Mia Kanuho and I am a Diné Violin Player. At just 16, I was given the biggest opportunity, which was to play at the historical venue, Carnegie Hall, in New York City. I was given the news about this achievement when I had found out I made it into the […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Becky [email protected] July 27, 2026 50 YEARS OF GENERATIONAL IMPACT: UNITY CELEBRATES GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY WITH LANDMARK NATIONAL CONFERENCE More than 3,000 Native Youth, Tribal Leaders, and Advocates Gathered for Five Days of Cultural Resilience, Leadership Development, and Historic Milestones Phoenix, […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is sharing several community updates, policy developments and health resources supporting Urban Indian Organizations and American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Community members are encouraged to recognize Turquoise Thursday on January 15, 2026, to raise awareness about cervical cancer screening and HPV prevention. Because cervical cancer can develop […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is sharing several recent updates highlighting the work of Urban Indian Organizations, federal policy developments and new resources designed to strengthen health services for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The Fresno American Indian Health Project recently brought together community members, staff and partners to celebrate the opening […]
Healthcare professionals and community-based providers are invited to attend Rethinking Nutrition: Why Traditional Foods Matter in Wellness and Beyond on March 26, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time. The webinar will explore how traditional foods and culturally grounded wellness practices can support whole-person health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Participants will […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is offering a recorded learning resource focused on using storytelling to create stronger and more meaningful health campaigns. Innovating Through Storytelling: Health Campaigns in the Digital Age is part of NCUIH’s Navigating the Future of Health Care Community of Learning series. The session explores how organizations can center […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health offers individualized technical assistance, training and organizational support to member Urban Indian Organizations through its Technical Assistance and Research Center. Technical assistance provides organizations with topic-specific guidance tailored to their unique needs, goals and communities. NCUIH’s approach is collaborative and culturally grounded, helping UIOs strengthen their capacity to […]
Health professionals can earn free continuing education credits through the Urban Indian Health Care Education from NCUIH microsite on AMA Ed Hub. The online learning platform features culturally tailored training activities created with Urban Indian Organizations and the communities they serve in mind. Available topics include infection prevention and control, culturally grounded healthcare, trauma-informed care, […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is highlighting the New York Indian Council, Inc. for its work expanding access to culturally grounded healthcare for Native individuals and families throughout New York City. The New York Indian Council is an Indian Health Service-funded Urban Indian Organization serving Native community members across all five boroughs. Its […]
