Customized Tribal Services (CTS)

Customized Tribal Services (CTS) Program

Provides customized consulting and technical assistance to Native nations in governance and capacity building, ranging from facilitation to constitution reform. Services are tailored to individual tribes' unique needs within the Native Nation Rebuilding principles framework.

Candidate Forum Moderation

• NGC acts as moderator for election candidate forums
• Previous work with Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community

Constitution Reform Consulting

• Support with constitutional reform projects
• Previous work with Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and Prairie Island Indian Community
• Aligns constitutions with nations' status as sovereign nations

Nation Rebuilding Orientation for Tribal Councils

• Condensed educational sessions on Native Nation Rebuilding principles
• Previous work with Rosebud Sioux Tribe over multiple years

Project Planning and Facilitation

• Development of agendas
• Facilitation support at planning committee meetings
• Project timeline development
• Materials preparation
• Facilitation plan development
• Identification of facilitation methods and strategies

Inter-Governmental Relations Support

• Assistance with engaging other Native nations
• Federal, state, and local government relations
• Foster impactful networks of change

Action Planning

• Support for expanding Nation Rebuilding in Native nations
• Implementation planning

Customization: All services tailored to fit individual tribes' needs, unique history, culture, language, and government structure

Philosophy: Values-driven approach that listens to unique needs, hopes, and visions of each nation

Contact Information:

• Michaela Madrid, Program Director: [email protected]
• Phone: (651) 571-0826
• Mailing Address: 1730 New Brighton Blvd Suite 104-236, Minneapolis, MN 55413

How to Request Services

Service Request Process:

1. Complete service request form
2. Contact Michaela Madrid, Program Director
3. Describe specific governance or capacity building needs
4. NGC will work with nation to build strong relationship

Approach: NGC listens to unique needs, hopes, and visions to inform requested services. Open to adapting offerings for issues that don't fit standard categories.

Best Suited For: Nations ready to implement change for long-term positive impact