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Western Montana Area Health Education Center

2nd Annual Indigenous-Led Public Health Summit

SAVE THE DATE

📅 October 1-2, 2025
📍 Salish Kootenai College, Pablo, MT
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Join Indigenous health leaders, professionals, and community members for the 2nd Annual Indigenous-Led Public Health Summit—a powerful gathering dedicated to advancing health in Indigenous communities. Engage with inspiring speakers, interactive sessions, and meaningful networking in a space rooted in culture, community, and belonging!      logo

Important Dates & Registration

Important Links!

Indigenous Art/Craft Vendor Application: Click Here

Call for Speakers/Content: Click Here

Information Tabling Application: Click Here

General Registration Click Here 

Hotel Room Block

We have secured a hotel room block for Summit attendees at Kwataqnuk Resort, located in Polson, MT, approximately 14 minutes from Salish Kootenai College.
 
Hotel Details
🏨 Kwataqnuk Resort
📍 49708 US-93, Polson, MT
📞 (406) 883-3636 (mention Public Health Summit or Block ID: BKG571)
💲 Room Rate: $131.75 – $144.50 per night (plus tax)
🗓 Room Block Dates: September 30 – October 1
For those traveling long distances or attending the pre-conference Honoring Our Lifeways, a limited number of rooms have been set aside for September 29 and October 2.
 
Please note that the room block is available until August 22 or until all rooms are booked. We encourage you to make your reservation as soon as possible to ensure your accommodation.
 
If you have any questions about lodging or the Summit, please feel free to reach out to Drew Babcock at drew.babcock@mso.umt.edu. 

Empower Indigenous Health-Join Us!

Are you ready to make a lasting impact? Your organization can help shape the future of public health by supporting the Second-Annual Indigenous-Led Public Health Summit. This transformative event is powered by generous donations and sponsorships, ensuring that Indigenous voices lead the way in innovative health solutions.

How You Can Help:

  • Donate: Every contribution fuels community-led change.
  • Sponsor: Gain valuable exposure while championing a vital cause.

Connect with Drew Babcock at drew.babcock@umt.edu to explore sponsorship and donation opportunities.
Join us in empowering Indigenous leadership and transforming public health – act now!

A Look at 2024

photos of the event including group and panel sessionsfeedback testemonials