Purpose: The US as a whole, and Indian Country, in particular, are seeing surges in the ‘syndemic’ of interrelated disease states of sexually transmitted infections, hepatitis C virus, HIV and substance use disorder. We can reduce the incidence and impact of the syndemic via policy and practice modifications that fit the context of each community and health facility. These options include expanded screening, amplifying the roles of Tribal public health and clinic staff, and more. This two-day Tribal Disease Intervention (TDI) training strengthens the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to carry out disease investigation, linkage to care, and partner services for those impacted by the syndemic in ways that honor Tribal values, relationships, and community strengths.
Through practical tools and culturally responsive communication strategies, participants will deepen their ability to reduce stigma, protect confidentiality, and coordinate care with compassion and respect. Grounded in relational accountability, this training supports Tribal public health professionals in helping individuals access prevention and treatment services while strengthening the health and healing of the broader community.
Through practical tools and culturally responsive communication strategies, participants will deepen their ability to reduce stigma, protect confidentiality, and coordinate care with compassion and respect. Grounded in relational accountability, this training supports Tribal public health professionals in helping individuals access prevention and treatment services while strengthening the health and healing of the broader community.
Who should attend: This training is for learners of all levels and is designed for current disease investigators, community health workers, nurses, medical assistants, public health staff, Tribal health providers, and other professionals working in Tribal health settings providing direct patient services who would like to strengthen their knowledge of motivational interviewing, disease investigation, and contact tracing.
Where: The Porter Portland, 1355 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97201.
When: July 13-15, 2026
Please complete the registration information below. If you have any questions, requests or comments, please contact: jcummings@npaihb.org and ashley@theravencollective.org