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USET STRATEGIC ROADMAP FOR 2028

OUR PILLARS

Indigenous Truth
Organizational Development

Our Vision

To be the recognized leader and model in the advancement of tribal sovereignty, diplomacy, and nation rebuilding through authentic, innovative and intentional organizational growth, advocacy, and support

OUR INDIGENOUS VALUES

  • Respect
  • Relationships
  • A Justice Orientation
  • Intentional Innovation
  • Responsibility
  • Passion

VALUE PROPOSITION

A progressive and visionary voice of indigenous justice, led by sovereign nations and informed by the earliest foundations of tribal-US relations 

Indigenous Truth

Increased understanding and awareness of the need for narrative change, the decolonization of methods and processes, and language modernization. 

2028 Goals

  • Increase visibility through intentional outreach and messaging
  • Operationalize internal branding

Organizational Development

Develop the most effective and impactful inter-tribal organization throughout Indian Country by securing diverse financial resources, attracting the highest quality talent, establishing organization systems to support program growth and efficiency, and building networks of partners with resources to achieve USET’s goals and objectives.

2028 Goals

  • Diversify our revenue portfolio to more proactively respond to member needs

  • Create, assess, and refine governance and guidance documents

  • Expand and establish operational infrastructure competencies

  • Recruit and retain talent

  • Build networks and partnerships

Leadership Development

Develop strong, competent, and passionate leaders, especially generational leadership, who represent Tribal Nations’ interests as board members, Tribally selected officials, and committee chairpersons, as well as leaders in organizations and communities, to deliver a strong voice and ensures the health, wellbeing, and self-determination of future generations.

2028 Goals

  • Provide increased educational opportunities

  • Establish mentorship opportunities

Nation Rebuilding & Advancement

Support Nation rebuilding that leads to strong Tribal governments, a healthy society, rich cultural practices, an educated populous, abundant natural resources, capital investment, and economic and social sustainability.

2028 Goals

  • Provide innovative support services

  • Advocate for fulfillment of trust and treaty obligation

  • Continue to expand strategic litigation

  • Provide advocacy tools, trainings, and resources to help tribal nations uphold, and advance sovereignty

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