The Washington Tribes Coastal Resilience Program provides dedicated technical assistance to federally recognized coastal Tribes in Washington as they respond to climate change. This program offers direct support in accessing and applying climate information, assessing climate risks, identifying adaptation responses, and strengthening Tribal capacity to address climate-related challenges. This program is a direct response to feedback gathered during the Tribal listening sessions that informed the report, Climate Adaptation Barriers and Needs Experienced by Northwest Coastal Tribes. Specifically, this program aims to address two key needs identified in the report:

• Expanded Technical Assistance: Northwest coastal Tribes face significant climate adaptation barriers posed by insufficient access to climate expertise, services, and data. Strengthening technical assistance supports Tribes in assessing and responding to climate risks. 
• Capacity Building for Long-Term Resilience: Tribes have identified the need for funding, training, and staffing support to build internal expertise within Tribal governments and communities. Investing in capacity supports the continuity of institutional knowledge and climate resilience efforts within Tribal governments and communities. 

Services & Support

The Washington Tribes Coastal Resilience Program offers technical assistance and expertise to support coastal Tribes in Washington as they address the impacts of climate change. We offer a range of specialized services designed to address key adaptation challenges. 

Climate Information & Data Access

• Assistance in accessing, interpreting and applying climate data, including localized climate impact information.
• Support in connecting Tribes with existing climate tools and resources for informed decision-making.

Technical Assistance & Collaboration

• Guidance on climate change vulnerability assessment, adaptation planning, and implementation.
• Connecting Tribes with climate experts and relevant partners to strengthen adaptation efforts.
• Help-desk style assistance for navigating adaptation projects, funding opportunities, and resource allocation.

 Training and Capacity Building

• Tailored training to strengthen Tribal technical expertise in climate adaptation.
• Guidance on grant writing to support Tribal adaptation efforts.

Intake Form: Schedule a Meeting 

If your Tribe is interested in receiving support, please complete the intake form below. Your responses will help us understand your needs and ensure we connect you with the most relevant expertise and resources.

CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE A MEETING 

Resources

Check back for updates about upcoming events and recorded webinars.

• Tribal Vulnerability Assessment Resources – A comprehensive collection of resources for Tribes at all stages of climate assessment, including:
  • Understanding how climate is changing and why it matters for Tribes
  • Indigenous, Western science, and braided approaches to assessment
  • Community, youth, and government engagement strategies
  • Funding and collaboration opportunities
• Tribal Climate Tool – An interactive tool to explore projected climate changes for specific Tribal lands in the Northwest.