Happy new year and welcome to our first North Central Tribal Climate Newsletter of 2022!
-Stefan Tangen, North Central Tribal Climate Liaison |
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First Nations Development Institute made a big announcement last month. They received $5 million from Bezos Earth Fund to Advance Indigenous Ecological Stewardship. The funding will be used for their Racial Equity Justice 40 project and to support tribal nations and non-profits working to create green jobs and implementing climate resilience plans.
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To reduce carbon emissions and slow climate change the shift to renewable energy is increasing. Yet, the mining of precious materials to drive the renewable industry threatens tribal lands and waters. Without adequate consultation (read consent) and local community involvement, there are serious concerns about repeating the horrors of the past. This New York Times article and this Inside Climate News piece help articulate this conundrum.
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Related to the Land Back movement are tribal sovereignty issues and access to hunting and fishing rights. Last month the Wyoming District Court for the 4th Judicial District held that Crow Tribe hunters may assert their treaty rights. Read the full story here.
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On a lighter note, Mountain Journal's poet in residence, Lois Red Elk, shares a beautiful poem with us that is perfect for the season. It reminds us of what winter is for and our shared connection to the Earth.
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Assistant Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison
This full-time position is an employee of the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians (ATNI) and is assigned to the North West Climate Adaptation Climate Science Center (NW CASC) to serve as the NW CASC’s Assistant Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison for tribes located in the Pacific Northwest. Due January 6, Open Until Filled.
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Tribal Climate Adaptation Menu Coordinator, Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission
Applications Due: January 31, 2022. As part of a multi-organizational team, GLIFWC has led the creation and application of a new tool to assist tribes and tribal partners in conducting climate adaptation planning, the Tribal Adaptation Menu (TAM). There is growing demand from tribes and tribal organizations for assistance using the TAM, from within the Ojibwe Ceded Territories and beyond. Learn more and apply here.
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Program Manager and Communications Manager
The Midwest Climate Adaptation Science Center is currently hiring a Program Manager and a Communications Manager. Both positions are based in the Twin Cities and will work in the lively, interactive, and interdisciplinary setting of the University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment. Diverse skills and experience are welcome. The application deadline is the end of the day January 17, 2022.
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National CASC Fellowship Opportunity: Science to Action Fellowship.
The Science to Action Fellowship supports graduate students in developing a product that puts science into action, directly applying scientific research related to climate change impacts on fish, wildlife, or ecosystems to decision-making about natural resources. This opportunity is open to graduate students at CASC Consortium Institutions. Learn more and apply here. Applications Due: January 21, 2022.
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National CASC Fellowship Opportunity: Diverse Knowledge Systems for Climate Adaptation Fellowship
The Diverse Knowledge Systems in Climate Adaptation Fellowship was created by the USGS Climate Adaptation Science Centers and supported by the Morgan State University Patuxent Environmental and Aquatic Research Laboratory to support graduate students as they use their diverse experiences, viewpoints, value systems, and cultural knowledge to strengthen their climate adaptation efforts. This opportunity is open to graduate students at CASC Consortium Institutions and minority-serving institutions. Learn more and apply here. Applications Due: January 21, 2022.
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Salish Kootenai College TREES Internship, BIA Pathways
SKC's TREES program provides coordination and management of Pathways internships and professional development opportunities for Native American students in both forestry and wildland fire participation. Internships include paid employment, while they continue their education and gives them valuable and unique work experiences. Rotational summer assignments within different programs and work environments, students can train and job shadow with industry professionals. This allows Native American students to get real-world training, federal experience, as well as $5,000 in annual tuition assistance. Learn more and apply here.
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FEMA announces their Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) funding for FY 2022. Tribal set aside of $25 million and $1 billion total available. Applications are due Jan 28, 2022. Click here to see the full announcement.
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Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program (FRTEP)
The purpose of this program is to establish an Extension presence and support outreach on Federally Recognized Indian Reservations and Tribal jurisdictions of Federally-Recognized Tribes. This program seeks to continue the Land Grants mission of inclusion - providing education and research-based knowledge to those who might not otherwise receive it. Due February 25, 2022.
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National Forest Foundation 2021 Matching Awards Program
The National Forest Foundation is pleased to announce that it is currently soliciting proposals for its Matching Awards Program (MAP). MAP is a national, competitive grant program that provides federal funds for on-the-ground projects benefiting America's National Forests and Grasslands. Application Deadlines: Round 1 - January 12, 2022 and Round 2 - June 22, 2022. Informational Webinar: December 3, 2021. The program supports action-oriented projects that enhance outdoor experiences, forest and ecosystem health, and engage local communities in caring for their public lands. For more information and to apply, click here.
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EPA Multipurpose Grant
 EPA is pleased to announce the availability of funding for the FY 2021 Multipurpose Grant (MPG) program for States and Tribes. Multipurpose funds are intended to be used at state and tribal discretion, for high-priority activities to complement activities funded under established environmental statutes.
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Disaster Supplemental Grants
The Economic Development Administration announces funding for communities implementing recovery strategies to address challenges from natural disasters occuring in 2018, as well as tornadoes and floods in 2019. Applications accepted on continuing basis.
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USDA Community Forest Open Space Conservation Program
Competitive grant program for local governments, qualified nonprofit organizations, and Indian tribes to apply for grants to establish community forests through fee simple acquisition of private forest land from a willing seller. The purpose is to establish community forests protecting forest land from conversion to non-forest uses and provide community benefits such as sustainable forest management; environmental benefits including clean air, water, and wildlife habitat; benefits from forest-based educational programs; benefits from serving as models of effective forest stewardship; and recreational benefits secured with public access.
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Native Youth Climate Adaptation Leadership Conference (NYCALC)
Join students from across the country to discuss community adaptation and related environmental issues impacting Native peoples. The mission of the Native Youth Climate Adaptation Leadership Congress (NYCALC) is to develop future conservation leaders with the skills, knowledge, and tools to address environmental change and conservation challenges to better serve their schools and home communities. Registration closes February 28, 2022.
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Upper Missouri River Basin Drought and Human Health Workshop
Held at Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana. The workshop is tailored around regional drought-related human health impacts and will help identify gaps and needs, collaborative opportunities, and ways to integrate the health sector into existing drought activities. The geographic focus of this workshop in the Upper Missouri River Basin includes Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming. April 12-13, 2022. Save the date!
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In Case You Missed It...
North Central Tribal Climate December Webinar
This webinar provided an up-to-date look at the drought in the Northern Great Plains and an outlook on what to expect this winter. Speakers included Crystal Stiles from NOAA-NIDIS, Doug Kluck from NOAA, and Nathan Edwards from South Dakota State University's Mesonet program. The webinar was interactive and included audience questions. It was moderated by Stefan Tangen, NC CASC Tribal Climate Liaison.
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NC CASC is a part of the National Climate Adaptation Science Center and one of eight regional climate centers created to help meet the changing needs of land and managers across the country. NC CASC is a partnership between US Geological Survey and CU Boulder, created to foster both innovative and applied research, in support of natural resource management to address the needs of tribes and tribal organization.
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