Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc.

1. Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. (GLITC) Overview to the Wisconsin Digital Government Summit November 29, 2006

2. Who We Are: • GLITC is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit organization, founded in 1965 and is a consortium of tribes in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. • Primarily Grant-Based Funding with over 80 separate federal, state, and other sources. • Office in Lac du Flambeau, with over 100 employees state-wide.

3. Where We Are:

4. GLITC Office

5. Our Vision The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. (GLITC) will support member tribes in expanding self-determination efforts by providing services and assistance. GLITC will use a broad range of knowledge and experience to advocate for individuals. Throughout these activities, GLITC will maintain a deep respect for tribal sovereignty and reservation community values.

6. Our Mission Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. will support member tribes in expanding sovereignty and self-determination.

7. Our Values GLITC is guided by the following set of principles that help determine how to meet responsibilities to member tribes. • Respect for all individuals – We value cultural and individual differences. Our programs afford access and opportunity for all American Indians residing in Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. In addition to difference involving gender, ethnicity, age, disability and lifestyle reference, diversifying also means variety in thoughts and expressions. We seek to increase the understanding among diverse cultures, because we believe that embracing differences expands understanding. • Respect for tribal autonomy – We value a tribe’s right to follow a path that is good for its people.

8. Our Values • Dedication to assistance – We respond quickly and fairly to those who request support in an effort to build long term relationships. • Highest standards of integrity – We openly communicate our objectives and results. • Innovation – We encourage and support creative approaches that are specifically designed to reach and serve Native communities. • Unity and teamwork - We believe that collaboration strengthens tribal effectiveness.

9. Benefits • Support of advisory board meetings & projects • Healthcare advocacy • Building linkages • Technical assistance • Economies of scale/group projects • Training and education • Facilitation of planning • Data collection – EpiCenter • Bio-Terrorism Services • Research/student development

10. Benefits • Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) referral • Vocational Rehabilitation and Job Placement services • Birth to Three on-site training and referral • Benefits counseling for Tribal Elders • Senior Medicare Patrol for fraud prevention • Counselor services at Lincoln Hills School, Lincoln County

11. Benefits • Membership in the Native American Tourism Association • Participation in the Native Wisconsin magazine and video for Native American communities • Small business start-up, technical assistance services, & entrepreneurial training • Membership in the Wisconsin Indian economic development district • Participation in NATOW educational package • Liaison to State of Wisconsin’s information technology, telecommunications, and procurement resources

12. ANA SEDS Grant Definitions Administration for Native Americans (ANA) Within Federal Dept of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Social & Economic Development Strategies (SEDS)

13. Two year grant to create SMALL BUSINESS TRAINING CENTER Videoconferencing at all Tribal Sites Polycom VSX 7000 Equipment BadgerNet (BCN) WAN connections Provide entrepreneurial training to tribal members Completed technical installation over the Summer of 2006 Have begun remote class session with tribal members Collaborative Project

14. Contact Information • GREGG LEIDEL • INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR • GLITC • P O Box 9 - 2932 Hwy 47 North • Lac du Flambeau, WI 54538 • Phone: 800-472-7207 - ext. 218 • Fax: 715-588-7900 • www.glitc.orgwww.natow.org • Email: gleidel@glitc.org