April 2018 Newsletter | American Indian Policy Institute

Wed, 04/04/2018 - 12:00

Tribal Financial Management Certification (TFMC) Training

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Have you registered for the next Tribal Financial Management Certification Training? This professional certificate training for tribal government financial management practitioners--a component of our Tribal Economic Leadership Program--provides an in-depth background in tribal government finance, Indian law, taxation, and economic development. It is the official training course for the new NAFOA publication, Financial Reporting and Information Guide for Tribal Governments and Enterprises a.k.a. “Orange Book” and will include the following topics:

Principles of federal Indian law and its effect on tribal financial management
Government accounting standards and principles
Compliance with the new OMB Uniform Guidance
Self-determination, self-governance, financial compliance, and record keeping
Effects of federal, state, and tribal taxation on tribal financial management, including development of a revenue allocation plan
Best practices for internal controls and procurement policies
Key tools for developing and managing budgets
Emerging financial issues in Indian Country

Attendees can earn up to 20 CPE credits. Space is limited. Visit https://aipi.clas.asu.edu/TFMC for more information.

AIPI Staff Appointed to FirstNet PSAC Executive Committee

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AIPI Research and Policy Analyst, Brian Howard, was appointed to the FirstNet Executive Committee of the Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC). Brian represents the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) on the FirstNet PSAC and his appointment to the Executive Committee is the first time a Tribal association/organization has been elevated to such a position. The Executive Committee is comprised of 5 members selected by the FirstNet Chair of the Board of Directors from the 43 member PSAC representing fire, EMS, law enforcement, and state and local governments. NCAI is the only Tribal organization represented on the PSAC and since Brian's appointment last February, he has Chaired the FirstNet Tribal Working Group and led the formulation of a Tribal Consultation Policy that was adopted by FirstNet in October 2017.

Community Engagement

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In March, AIPI Director Traci Morris presented at two community events, both on the topic of American

Indian demographics and culture. First, she spoke at the Arizona Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Prevention Coalition monthly practitioners meeting. The presentation led to an in-depth practical discussion on working with and in Tribal communities. The AZ CSA prevention group is dedicated to promoting prevention education, and community awareness to eliminate sexual abuse and exploitation of children.

Dr. Morris also spoke at the request of the Association of American Indian Affairs to a group of elders at an independent living complex in Phoenix. The group was extremely interested an knowledgeable about issues that impact Tribes and asked insightful questions.

Heard Museum Indian Fair and Market

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The AIPI team attended the 60th Heard Museum Indian Fair & Market which took place on March 3rd and 4th. This event is one of the premier Native art events in the country. This is a place to not only enjoy the aesthetics but to network with other organizations and professionals from throughout the United States.

The fair celebrates Native art and culture through demonstrations, cultural performances, juried exhibitions, and activities for the whole family. Hundreds of artists from Alaska to Maine specializing in various art forms dazzled over 10,000 visitors from the community, making this fair the second largest market of its kind in the country.

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AIPI April 2018 Newsletter