Tribal Healthy Homes Network
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About the Tribal Healthy Homes Network
Tribes Helping Tribes Build Healthier Homes
Since 2008, the Tribal Healthy Homes Network (THHN) has been a tribally led coalition dedicated to improving indoor air quality, reducing environmental health hazards, and creating healthier homes in Native communities.
Founded as an EPA-funded program under the Tulalip Tribes, THHN was created in response to the growing asthma epidemic linked to poor housing conditions. What began as a regional initiative has grown into a nationally recognized technical assistance and training network serving Tribes across Indian Country.
But health care and environmental professionals tell us another story: homes can be unsafe, and even toxic, depending on the materials, building practices, and activities in the home.
As a tribally-led coalition, our goal is to find and share solutions for healthy, sustainable, and safe housing. We search for and help develop effective programs, and share our results with tribes. We call for support from our partners, including EPA, HUD, USDA, and Indian Health Service, to provide expertise, equipment or funding.
Our Mission
We work alongside Tribes to identify, share, and implement practical solutions that create:
- Healthy homes
- Clean indoor air
- Safe and sustainable housing
- Healthier communities for future generations
Our approach combines science, traditional knowledge, and peer-to-peer learning to empower Tribal communities with tools they can use today.
Building Tribal Capacity
Since our founding, THHN has:
1,200+ Tribal Professionals Trained
We have provided education and technical assistance to:
- Housing professionals
- Construction staff
- Maintenance and custodial teams
- Environmental and indoor air quality professionals
- Community health workers
- Clinicians
- Teachers
- Resident services staff
Hands-On Circuit Rider Training
Our customized on-site trainings help Tribal communities address the environmental conditions that impact health.
Training topics include:
- Healthy Homes Fundamentals
- Building Science
- Indoor Air Quality
- Mold Prevention & Remediation
- Moisture & Water Damage Prevention
- Wildfire Smoke Preparedness
- Integrated Pest Management
- Green Cleaning
- Asthma Home Visit Assessments
Circuit Rider trainings are offered free of charge to Tribes in EPA Region 10 (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska) and may be available elsewhere through special arrangements.
Homes should be a safe shelter, a place for gathering and living well, not a cause of illness and disease.
But health care and environmental professionals tell us another story: homes can be unsafe, and even toxic, depending on the materials, building practices, and activities in the home.
As a tribally-led coalition, our goal is to find and share solutions for healthy, sustainable, and safe housing. We search for and help develop effective programs, and share our results with tribes. We call for support from our partners, including EPA, HUD, USDA, and Indian Health Service, to provide expertise, equipment or funding.
How Can We Be of Service?
Bringing training directly to your staff and tribal community with our on-site Circuit-Rider program.
- Providing support for your specific tribal needs with Technical Assistance.
- Linking your department with others who can help your program achieve its goals.
- Providing Culturally-Relevant Educational Materials for your community.
- Connecting your tribe with access to Indoor Air Monitoring Equipment.
- Connecting your tribe to Funding Opportunities.
- Conducting pilot and demonstration projects in your community with our Research-to-Practice Program.
- Connecting you with tribes that are implementing a Mold and Moisture Program.
Our Partnership with Air Matters
THHN is proud to continue its partnership with Air Matters to expand access to trusted healthy homes and indoor air quality resources. Together, we provide practical toolkits, educational materials, and guidance that help Tribal communities identify indoor environmental hazards, improve air quality, and create healthier homes. By combining THHN's technical expertise with Air Matters' innovative educational resources, we are making it easier for individuals, families, and communities to take informed action toward healthier indoor environments.
Through collaboration, education, and shared experience, we continue to support Tribes in creating healthier homes, healthier indoor air, and healthier futures for generations to come.
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