South Dakota Department of Tribal Relations

09/25/2026

09/25/2026

As a foster parent, taking care of yourself is just as important as caring for the children in your home. A self-care jar is a simple yet powerful tool to remind you to prioritize your well-being.

Remember, you can't pour from an empty cup. Prioritizing self-care helps you stay strong and supportive for your foster children. 💪💖

Share your self-care ideas in the comments below! 👇

📲 call 855.830.5062

09/24/2026

Today, our su***de prevention booth is set up at the Veteran Stand Down in Rapid City at the Downtown Convention Center!

Please come and say hi, and take some of our 988 swag!

09/24/2026

On Wednesday, the Department of Tribal Relations teamed up with the South Dakota Department of Health to volunteer at the Bennett County Feeding South Dakota Mobile Distribution. We handed out su***de prevention materials and had great conversations with community members.

Thank you to the South Dakota Department of Health for joining us, and to Feeding South Dakota for allowing us to be part of this event.

09/21/2026

Registration is open!

Please join the South Dakota Office of Indian Education for the 2026 Indian Education Summit.

For more information or to register, please visit https://www.southdakotaies.com/

09/19/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month

Wowahlake: Let’s talk

Sharing the 988 Lifeline helps our communities feel supported and connected. The more we spread the word, the more people know they have someone to reach out to when they need help.

The 988 lifeline is always available for mental health support, including mental health-related distress, relationship issues, su***de crises, or substance use problems.

Call or text 988 or chat https://988lifeline.org/

09/18/2026

On Thursday, Secretary Young and Senior Policy Analyst Nicole Christie toured the Harvest Hills development with Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal President Kills‑A‑Hundred and Vice President Weddell.

Thank you to the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe for welcoming our department and sharing updates on this exciting project!

09/16/2026

Calling all presenters!

We are excited to invite proposals for the 2026 Indian Education Summit on November 12 in Pierre, South Dakota.

If you are interested, please visit the link below to submit a breakout session proposal.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9HhgRykaz5nzANagq3Hw5mhb-YVA2SiBJdx2ONlmAil7-6w/viewform

09/15/2026

The South Dakota Office of Indian Education is proud to share that participants at the 2026 Indian Education Summit will experience Human Shaped Learning & Indigenous Wisdom with Dr. Scott Simpson and Sharla Steever.

Rooted in decades of work with Indigenous Elders and culture bearers, this session invites learners to explore education through observation, story, identity, belonging, and community.

For more information, or to register, please visit https://www.southdakotaies.com/

09/14/2026

Is the stress of harvest season getting to you? It can help to talk. There is no shame in reaching out to let it out.