The Indian Health Service (IHS) aims to elevate the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level. Its mission encompasses a commitment to improving health management capabilities and services within Tribal communities, emphasizing public health functions and resilience building.
This grant program aims to support applicants in evaluating their capacity to develop Public Health programs, focusing on the assessment and feasibility of implementing the 10 Essential Public Health Services (EPHS). The program is designed to enhance community resilience among American Indians and Alaska Natives by ensuring equitable access to optimal health and well-being through the EPHS framework, which outlines vital public health activities for communities. The grant emphasizes the need for equity in public health services and aligns with the HHS Healthy People initiatives, particularly the focus area on Public Health Infrastructure, aiming to bolster the essential public health services provided by Federal, Tribal, state, and local health agencies.