The Great Plains Tribal Leaders’ Health Board (GPTLHB) is dedicated to serving the health and wellness needs of the tribal members it represents. Assisting with the needs of 18 tribes and tribal communities in the four-state region of South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa, GPTLHB addresses the health necessities of its members by assisting in accessing health-related programs and resources.
In addition to advocacy on behalf of the represented tribal members, GPTLHB also provides critical health promotion and education outreach services through its various programs and departments. Furthermore, the health board advocates nationally for improved Indian health policies on behalf of the tribes and tribal communities it represents, which comprise nearly 170,000 individuals.
