Creating an Economic Development Plan and Embarking on Plan Implementation - Part 2 (Virtual Training)
Creating Economic Development Partnerships and Participation in Regional Economies (e.g., Econ. Dev. Districts, Inter-Tribal Partners, Non-Tribal Partners)
This virtual training introduced participants who are entering or considering an economic development planning process to its core components. Participants learned about the key internal and external actors, the process’s timeline and duration, the data required, and critical outcomes.
Questions for Participants to think about:
What are some potential entities that could be possible economic development Partnerships for YOUR community?
What are some of the challenges YOUR community faces in forming potential economic development partnerships?
What are some economic sectors in YOUR area that could provide opportunity for YOUR community to participate in the regional economy?
Subject Matter Experts
Session Worksheets:
Click to access Economic Development Partnership Worksheet
Click to access Tribal Economic Engagement Worksheet
Training Overview & Resources
Economic Development Partnerships for Tribal and Native Communities
As tribal nations continue to strengthen their economies, forming strategic partnerships with local, state, and federal governments, as well as private sector organizations, can unlock new opportunities for job creation,infrastructure development, and entrepreneurship.
In the clip, Kevin Klingbeil discusses key topics, including:
The basics of economic development partnerships, how they benefit Tribal Nations and Indigenous Communities, and their impact on community well-being.
Steps for creating effective economic development partnerships, including identifying potential partners, building trust and relationships, and developing a collaborative framework.
Examples of Successful Collaborations such as:
Inter-tribal agreements
Example: the United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. serving 33 federally recognized Tribal Nations from the Northeastern Woodland.
Partnerships with local governments and businesses
Advocacy and Policy Partnersips
Common Challenges and Strategies to Challenges in Partnerships
Example of National Resource: Native CDFI Network
Example of Utilizing Partnerships: The Cherokee Nation has implemented a comprehensive business development strategy that focuses on both gaming and non-gaming ventures. By collaborating with regional businesses and educational institutions, they have significantly diversified their economy.
Kevin leads the training about Indigenous Economic Development Partnerships
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Engaging in Regional Economies for Tribal and Native Communities
Cris leads the training about engaging in regional economies for Tribal and Native Communities
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In the clip, Cris Gastner discusses:
Key Opportunities for Engagement in Regional Economies
Example: Alaska Native Corporations. ANCs are key players in Alaska’s economy, particularly in the field of resource development
Leveraging Culture and Heritage for Economic Development
Example: The Oneida Nation's Economic Development Corporation. The Oneida Nation established an Economic Development Corporation to diversify its economy.
Harnessing Renewable Energy for Economic Independence
Example: Navajo Nation made significant strides in renewable energy development in recent years.
Example from the chat: Northern Plains tribes get $135 million for solar power from EPA.
Building Economic Independence Through Food Sovereignty
Example: The Hopi Tribe has cultivated a range of agricultural initiatives that extend beyond traditional farming.
Example from the chat: Makoce Agriculture Development is making an impact in Pine Ridge.
Empowering Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Native Communities
Economic Growth Through Health and Wellness Initiatives
Example: Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) Health Center and the Pawnee Nation Behavioral Health Clinic. Both these examples show smaller-scale Tribal communities participating in an overarching regional economy and creating partnerships to complete essential projects.
Preparing Tribal Members for New Economic Opportunities
Challenges When Engaging in Regional Economies
Worksheet highlight
In the clip to the right, Cris and Kevin walk through the worksheets and discusses final thoughts
Click to access Tribal Economic Engagement Worksheet
Click to access Economic Development Partnership Worksheet
Cris and Kevin walk through the worksheet and shares final thoughts
Closing Thoughts
There are resources available, including the above subject matter experts (SME), who can help tribes and their programs get involved in large scale projects.
Questions, with answers from the Resource Group and fellow participants, will continue to be posted in the Knowledge Bank on the CoP website. If you have questions that you want answered, please ask in the LinkedIn group or share it with the administrators.
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