As Tribal communities continue to develop and grow, understanding the health needs of the population is essential for improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through periodic, comprehensive Community Health...
As the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding period nears its conclusion, Tribal Communities across the nation are reflecting on the critical role these funds played in addressing urgent needs. From healthcare improvements to essential infrastructure projects, ARPA...
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing healthcare environment, conducting an operations assessment is helpful for maintaining and enhancing organizational effectiveness. Here’s why it’s important: Identify Improvement Areas: An operations assessment helps identify...
The following strategies offer a comprehensive approach to accurately assess and address the unique needs of your community. These steps are essential for crafting policies and programs that truly resonate with and support the well-being of Tribal members. By engaging...
A Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (or CEDS), provides a structured framework to foster regional economic growth by leveraging local assets and identifying strategic opportunities. This process, rooted in the US Economic Development Administration’s (EDA)...
President Biden has recently directed the DEA to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. This historic change is set to invigorate the industry by easing banking restrictions and opening new avenues for investment. Understanding the Rescheduling For over...
As the first deadline for the Department of Labor’s (DOL) final overtime rule is July 1st, you may find yourself in a state of uncertainty due to pending legal actions against the ruling. The uncertainty surrounding the rule's status leaves employers questioning how...
Since 1975 Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations have faced challenges in arranging for suitable facilities and equipment to operate programs contracted under the Indian Self-Determination Act, PL 93-638. In response, the Indian Self-Determination Act was amended in...
Since 2007 Blue Stone Strategy Partners has partnered with over 200 Tribal communities in completing over 900 projects impacting their Tribal communities and economic systems. In watching our Tribal partners make these incredible impacts for their Nations, we've come...
With the end of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding in sight and potential political shifts coming in the 2024 elections, it is a critical time for Tribal Nations to consider reassessing the development of their economic systems. These are important questions...
What the U.S. Supreme Court’s Vaccination & Testing Ruling Means for Tribal Systems Last week, the Supreme Court blocked OSHA’s vaccine and testing requirement (ETS), aimed at large businesses of 100 or more employees. However, the ruling did allow a vaccine...
Blue Stone Strategy Group is the premier Native-owned advisory firm committed to strengthening Tribal sovereignty and self-sufficiency through effective leadership, productive governmental systems and sound business development. Founded in 2007, Blue Stone has a...