10/09/2026
Last month, Big Spirit had the honor of attending the annual Great Lakes Tribal Public Health Conference in Oneida, Wisconsin.
This gathering is always meaningful to us. After many years of partnering with the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center, attending the conference feels a little like reconnecting with family. We enjoyed seeing Mandy Christensen and Gary Hanke again, along with so many Tribal leaders, health professionals, and partners doing important work throughout Indian Country.
We also had the opportunity to meet new people and organizations committed to strengthening Tribal public health, advancing Indigenous wellness, and making a difference in Native communities.
Big Spirit is proud to play a small role in supporting this important work. We encourage you to learn more about the Great Lakes Area Tribal Health Board and its efforts to increase access, awareness, advocacy, and funding for health programs and services supporting Great Lakes Area Tribes.
https://glathb.org/