Civitas

In partnership with LISC and ONAP, Civitas will conduct an in person session in the Seattle, WA area on May 21-22, 2026 covering Property Maintenance.

This session is designed for tribal housing staff, supervisors, and leaders who need a practical understanding of effective property maintenance within tribal housing programs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of maintaining safe, decent, and sanitary housing, including routine inspections, work order management, preventive maintenance, and strategies for addressing common maintenance challenges. The training focuses on the policies, procedures, and day-to-day practices that help tribal housing programs protect their housing stock, respond to resident needs, and support long-term program compliance and sustainability.

Presented by Civitas.

There is no cost to attend and no membership required. However, please register below.

Dates: May 20-21, 2026

Location: Seattle, WA (exact location will be updated once confirmed)

In partnership with LISC and ONAP, Civitas will conduct a virtual session for New Executive Directors. The date will be posted once confirmed.

This session is designed for newly appointed tribal housing leaders who need a clear understanding of how tribal housing authorities operate within federal housing programs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of housing governance, program oversight, and the responsibilities of executive directors working with boards, staff, and federal partners. The training focuses on the key decisions and management practices that help new leaders build strong, compliant housing programs from the start.

Presented by Civitas.

There is no cost to attend and no membership required. However, please register below.

Date: TBD 2026

In partnership with LISC and ONAP, Civitas will conduct a virtual session covering Housing Program Policies. The date is TBD (will be updated once confirmed).

This session provides an overview of the essential policies that guide the administration of tribal housing programs under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996and the Indian Housing Block Grant. Participants will learn how policies for admissions, rent, maintenance, financial management, and procurement work together to support compliant and consistent program operations. The training also highlights common policy gaps and practical steps for developing policies that hold up during monitoring and audits.

Presented by Civitas.

There is no cost to attend and no membership required. However, please register below.

Date: TBD 2026

In partnership with LISC and ONAP, Civitas will conduct a virtual session covering Indian Housing Law. The date is TBD and will be updated once confirmed.

This session provides a practical overview of the legal framework governing tribal housing programs under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996, including the role of HUD Office of Native American Programs and the Indian Housing Block Grant. Participants will learn how federal law shapes tribal housing governance, eligible activities, and compliance responsibilities. The training is designed to help housing leaders and staff understand their legal authority while avoiding common policy and program pitfalls.

Presented by Civitas.

There is no cost to attend and no membership required. However, please register below.

Date: TBD 2026

In partnership with LISC and ONAP, Civitas will conduct a virtual session on Grant Writing. The date is TDB and will be updated once confirmed.

This session introduces practical strategies for identifying funding opportunities and preparing strong grant applications for tribal housing and community development programs. Participants will learn how to align project ideas with funding priorities, clearly describe community needs, and develop realistic project plans and budgets. The training will also highlight common mistakes that weaken applications and provide tips for improving competitiveness.

Presented by Civitas.

There is no cost to attend and no membership required. However, please register below.

Date: TBD 2026

In partnership with NACCED, Civitas will conduct two 2-hour sessions virtually on October 28 & 29.

The NSPIRE training is an implementation-focused course designed to translate HUD’s inspection standards into day-to-day inspection practice. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the three inspectable areas, deficiency criteria, severity levels, and affirmative habitability requirements. The webinar uses curated photo examples, checklist walk-throughs, and realistic virtual case studies to illustrate how common deficiencies are identified, documented, and scored. The training covers NSPIRE scoring mechanics, correction timelines, and documentation expectations, equipping attendees with the tools and confidence needed to conduct accurate, defensible inspections under HUD’s current standards.

Presented by Civitas.

Dates: October 28-29

Member Price: $225

Non-Member Price: $275

Register through the NACCED website: https://www.nacced.org/trainings