Oklahoma Tribal Engagement Partners

02/14/2023

We're hiring! Know someone who would like to work with the OKTEP team? We're looking for a Community Nutrition and Health Promotion Partner in partnership with the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes Food Distribution Program in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Help us spread the word!
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Want to work with the OKTEP Team? We're hiring. Apply today!

12/05/2022

Join us for a cooking demonstration in Seminole on December 14th!

JOIN US!!! December 14, 2022 @ The Bridge at First Baptist Church of Seminole.

11/07/2022

Join our friends at the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians for the 2022 Zombie Run!

11/04/2022

Kickapoo Tribal Health Center KTHC Health Promotion and Diabetes Department is hosting Tastegiving with Native Chef, LLC on November 10. Check out their video for more information.

09/13/2022

We're hiring! Know someone who would like to work with the OKTEP team? We're looking for a Community Nutrition and Health Promotion Partner in partnership with the Kiowa Tribe Food Distribution Program in Carnegie, Oklahoma. Help us spread the word!

For more info and to apply visit

Want to work with the OKTEP Team? We're hiring. Apply today!

03/03/2022

March is National Nutrition Month. Check out the Eagle Adventure page for nutrition activities for the whole family!

March is National Nutrition Month! Celebrate with your family by trying new foods from each of the food groups: fruit, veggies, grain, protein and dairy.

Like and share this calendar with your friends and family. Tag them in the comments below and remind them to celebrate with us!

12/29/2021

With these recent warm temps, we're dreaming of summer fruit like watermelon! Check out the Diabetes is Not Our Destiny page for more info!

Native Americans have been growing watermelon for years. June was called the watermelon moon by the Natchez. Watermelon can be stored for months in a cool dark place to last well beyond summer harvest. What is your favorite way to enjoy watermelon?

12/29/2021

We love cherry and grape tomatoes for a quick snack. How about you? Be sure to check out the Diabetes is Not Our Destiny page for more info.

Native Americans have enjoyed tomatoes for years in traditional dishes. Tomatoes have a wide range of colors including red, orange, purple and green. What is your favorite color of tomatoes?

12/08/2021

We love fresh strawberries when in season. Did you know you can get frozen strawberries all year? Be sure to check out the Diabetes is Not Our Destiny page!

Native American families have harvested strawberries for years. Today, families may grow strawberries at home, pick wild strawberries or choose fresh, frozen or dried strawberries at the store. What is your favorite way to enjoy strawberries?

10/26/2021

It's pumpkin season! Be sure to check out the Diabetes is Not Our Destiny page for more traditional food tips.

Pumpkin has been enjoyed for many years by Native Americans. Choose a deep orange pumpkin that is heavy with no cracks or soft spots. Try canned pumpkin when not in season. What is your family's favorite traditional pumpkin dish?

10/07/2021

Health Awareness Walk for Kickapoo 2021. Join our friends for a free 5k Fun Run/Walk.