OpportunityTitle: American Indian and Alaska Native Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligible applicants are States, political subdivisions of States, Indian tribes, or tribal organizations (as such terms are defined in Section 5304 of Title 25), health facilities, or programs operated by or in accordance with a contract or grant with the Indian Health Service, or other public or private nonprofit entities.
Description: The purpose of the AIAN CoE program is to establish a CoE to advance the behavioral health equity of American Indians and Alaska Natives. It is expected that the recipient will (1) develop and disseminate culturally-informed, evidence-based behavioral health information and (2) provide technical assistance and training on issues related to addressing behavioral health disparities in AIAN communities. AIANs have consistently experienced disparities in access to healthcare services, funding, and resources; quality and quantity of services; treatment outcomes; and health education and prevention services.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: FOACSAT@samhsa.hhs.gov
GrantorContactText: Office of Financial Resources, Division of Grants Management &lt;br/&gt;Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration &lt;br/&gt;(240) 276-1400