United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc.

06/19/2026

Six cyclists from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians joined 12 cyclists from the Cherokee Nation for this year's "Remember the Removal" bike ride. The 950-mile ride started June 2 and spanned seven states, retracing the Northern route of the Trail of Tears. It will conclude with a celebration reception today in Talequah, Oklahoma.

The Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians had 6 cyclists who joined 12 others from the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma for the 950-mile "Remember the Removal Ride."

06/19/2026

The USET and USET SPF offices are closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

One week away! Join us for an engaging session with Chief Spencer Lyons from the Onondaga Nation as they explore how spirituality can play an important role in substance use recovery on Thursday, June 25 at 11:30 am Central/12:30 pm Eastern. This session will share strategies on how to engage in meaningful conversations about spirituality and incorporate spirituality into substance use recovery programs. Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/6brA50Z91zN.

06/18/2026

What a week! Thank you to everyone who could attend, shared space, told stories, and built community with us. From kickoff to closing, this week was a true celebration of connection and creativity. Until next time.

06/17/2026

Meet the heart of our marketplace — our local vendors! From handcrafted art to flavorful foods, each vendor brings passion, culture, and creativity to the table. Support small. Shop local.

06/17/2026

Join us next Tuesday at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern for the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance webinar series! Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/9qTq50XXqMU.

06/16/2026

This session explored how culturally grounded movement can support healing, strengthen connection, and promote balance across our communities. Rooted in tradition and guided by community, this experience highlighted the role of movement in advancing wellness and programmatic impact.

06/16/2026

Our breakout sessions at the 2026 USET Best Practices Conference offer practical strategies, innovative models, and community-driven solutions from economic development and workforce strategies to food sovereignty, water systems, and culturally grounded health approaches.

06/15/2026

We're kicking off the 2026 USET Best Practices Conference! It will be an exciting week weaving together Wisdom, Innovation, and Community. Stay tuned as we spotlight amazing events, unique vendors, and powerful presentations—a week you won’t forget.

06/13/2026

The Rappahannock Tribe recently received a favorable court ruling in their lawsuit over the county's usage of up to nine million gallons of water a day from the Rappahannock River. The Tribal Nation says that the continued water usage would significantly impact their cultural heritage and historic fishery and oystering grounds.

The Rappahannock Tribe’s lawsuit over water will move forward. In court Monday, the tribe’s lawyers challenged a state permit that would allow Caroline County to withdraw up to nine million gallons of water a day from the Rappahannock River.