American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN)
Office of Tribal Affairs and Policy
The Office of Tribal Affairs and Policy (OTAP) is an office within SAMHSA, which serves as the primary point of contact for tribal governments, tribal organizations, federal departments and agencies, and other governments and agencies on behavioral health issues facing American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) in the United States. SAMHSA’s efforts reflect a commitment to upholding the federal government’s historical and unique legal relationship with American Indian tribes through consultation, outreach, education, and engagement
SAMHSA addresses mental health and substance use issues among American Indians and Alaska Natives through the National Tribal Behavioral Health Agenda and other initiatives.
The Office of Tribal Affairs and Policy (OTAP)
The Office of Tribal Affairs and Policy (OTAP)
Bringing together SAMHSA’s tribal affairs, tribal policy, tribal consultation, tribal advisory, and Tribal Law and Order Act responsibilities to improve agency coordination and meaningful progress.
Tribal Training & Technical Assistance (TTA) Center
Tribal Training & Technical Assistance (TTA) Center
Providing American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities and organizations with tools for preventing mental and substance use disorders, suicide, and promoting mental health.