Welcome to the
Southeastern American Indian Cancer health Equity Partnership
Understanding and addressing the cancer-related health needs of American Indian communities in our catchment area and beyond.
Check out our 1st published paper from Lisa Spees and the SAICEP Team:
Characterizing Cancer Burden in the American Indian Population in North Carolina.
Published in the Cancer Epidemiology, biomarkers, and Prevention Journal.
SAICEP Stories
Video from the V-foundation, showcases work being done by SAICEP
Video showcasing community member Sonya K Brewington on the Coharie tribe sharing her cancer journey.
Upcoming events
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BraveNation Powwow and Gathering
03.22n 12-6pm
UNC Pembroke’s BraveNation Powwow and Gathering highlights our ongoing commitment UNCP’s historic mission of serving American Indian communities—not only the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina but also other Native nations and organizations throughout the region and beyond.
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59th Annual Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe Powwow
4/18-20/2025
The Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe hosts its annual “Blooming of the Dogwood Pow-Wow” on the third weekend of April. This event commemorates the tribe’s official recognition by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1965 and celebrates their rich cultural heritage