Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center a program of GLITC

10/27/2026

📢 Funding Opportunity for Minnesota Tribal Nations

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is seeking requests for proposal for its Human Trafficking Prevention and Response Program. This opportunity support efforts to prevent and respond to human trafficking and exploitation, including services and support for victims and survivors.

Please note: This opportunity is specifically for eligible applicants serving Minnesota. Tribal governments are among the eligible applicants.

Learn more about the funding opportunities, eligibility requirements, and application process here:
🔗 https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/humantrafficking/rfp/index.html

Application deadline: November 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CT.

Please share with the appropriate staff and programs within Minnesota Tribal Nations and organizations!

10/16/2026

🌟 We're hiring!

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in Tribal public health?

The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center (GLITEC) has several positions open across a variety of roles, from public health and program support to leadership and multimedia.

With offices in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, our team works to support healthier Tribal communities throughout the Great Lakes region.

And we're still growing! More opportunities will be announced soon, so stay connected.

🔗 Explore current openings and apply: https://bit.ly/3VQvJJA

09/17/2026

September 13-19 is Infant Mortality Awareness Week in Minnesota.

We’re sharing information from the Minnesota Department of Health to help raise awareness, encourage conversation, and support healthier beginnings for babies and families. 🫶🏽

Click here to read the governor’s proclamation: https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/womeninfants/infantmort/imawareness.html

On average, 320 infants die in Minnesota each year. Between 2020 and 2024, the top four causes of infant mortality were:

-Prematurity: 31.8%
-Birth defects: 24.9%
-Other perinatal conditions: 15.6%
-Sudden Unexpected Infant Death/Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: 13.3%

Together, these causes accounted for 85.6% of all infant deaths in the state. Every baby born in Minnesota deserves a healthy start and opportunities to survive, thrive, and reach their fullest potential. Learn more about MDH’s infant mortality reduction initiative that uses data to better understand factors associated with infant deaths and identify opportunities to help prevent them. https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/womeninfants/infantmort/index.html

09/02/2026

September is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strength of people in recovery and the families, communities, and support systems walking alongside them.

Recovery can look different for everyone. What remains important is access to support, connection, dignity, and opportunities to heal.

Throughout the month, we honor those in recovery, those supporting recovery, and the communities working to create pathways toward wellness.

08/28/2026

A little post-conference appreciation 💙

The Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference may be behind us, but we’re still celebrating the people and partners who helped make it happen!

Chi miigwech to Shanne and Big Spirit, Inc. for their continued partnership and support of GLITEC. From helping us bring our ideas to life (and keeping us well supplied with some pretty great swag 😎) to joining us at GLATPHC as an exhibitor, Shanne is always a pleasure to work with.

We appreciate you, Shanne!

08/27/2026

💜 Supporting caregivers starts with supporting the people who serve them.

Join us September 22–24 for the Savvy Caregiver in Indian Country Facilitator Training at Treasure Island Resort and Casino in Welch, Minnesota.

This three-day, in-person training prepares facilitators to support caregivers of people living with dementia while adapting the program to reflect the cultural context and needs of Tribal communities.

📅 September 22–24, 2026
📍 Welch, MN
⚠️ Registration is limited to 20 participants.

Register today! https://glitc.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4VqfN72WyXkH26y

08/25/2026

💜 Free naloxone distribution stands are available for Tribal communities in Minnesota and Wisconsin!

Through the RODEO Project, GLITEC is supporting increased access to lifesaving naloxone where and when community members need it.

📦 Interested in bringing a distribution stand to your community? Follow the link or scan the QR code to submit an order form. https://glitc.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aY71Qdgx1rojioC

08/24/2026

Interested in joining us in Milwaukee? Travel assistance may be available.

Travel scholarships are available to help support participation in Strengthening the Circle of Care: A Great Lakes Tribal Maternal Wellness Gathering on September 2–3.

Community members, families, and professionals are welcome to attend, and we want to help make the gathering accessible to those who would like to participate.

For information about travel scholarship availability and eligibility, contact Mandy at [email protected] or Supriya at [email protected].

📍 Potawatomi Casino Hotel | Milwaukee, WI
🔗 Learn more and register: https://www.glitc.org/strengthening-the-circle-of-care/overview/

08/24/2026

Join us virtually for Voices for Community Health 🧡

GLITEC’s Amber Hoon, LPN, will share how Indigenous knowledge, traditional practices, and community connections can support brain health and help reduce dementia risk factors.

Learn about culturally grounded approaches to brain health.
Ask questions and connect with others.
Plus, you have a chance to win a Healthy Brain Basket!

📅 August 27, 2026
⏰ 10–11 a.m. CT | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. ET
💻 Virtual

Follow the link or scan the QR code to register and join the conversation! https://glitc.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_elAPgBeuTTsjWnA

08/21/2026

Healthy communities begin with honoring our Elders.

We’re excited to partner with the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis, Inc. for the 3rd Annual Elders Brain Health Gathering. If you’re in the Minneapolis area, we encourage you to attend this special event celebrating brain health, culture, and community.

August 27, 2026
Minneapolis American Indian Center