On July 10th at 12:00pm AKST, we are asking everyone to show up along any body of water and join us by praying, dancing, and singing. We are hoping to honor our salmon by having all body of waters hear our prayers. If you have any questions, please contact Shannon Erhart, or Janessa Newman. Share Your Photo With Us!
Tanana Chiefs Conference Planning & Development Program is requesting proposals from consultants with experience in grant planning, strategy development and writing. Responses to this Request for Proposals (RFP) will be used to select and negotiate with a consultant to perform assigned tasks on an as-needed basis. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION Proposals may be submitted in .pdf format by e-mail to selinaj.sam@tananachiefs.org. Proposal …
Bureau of Land Management rule-making on Conservation and Landscape Health: Comments due by July 5, 2023 either by mail or submitted electronically. Use the link below to sign your letter, and then either print and mail, or save and email your letter to BLM using the information below. Click Here to Sumit Your Letter! Read BLM’s Rule Making Proposal Mail: …
The Department of Energy (DOE) recently provided an update on the Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants authorized under Section 40101(d) of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that would allow more Tribes access to these funds. Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) has been advocating for DOE to administer the 40101d program in a way that recognizes the sovereign rights of tribes …
This morning, the US Supreme Court made a decision in the Haaland v. Brackeen case, affirming that the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is constitutional. The 7-2 vote by the Justices protects tribal sovereignty and resolves the growing challenges to child custody issues and traditional values of Native Tribes. “The protection of indigenous children is a top priority for Tanana …
In March, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Medical received another 3-year accreditation through the Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) following an onsite survey that was conducted in February. Accreditation distinguishes our organization from many other outpatient facilities by demonstrating our provision of the highest quality of care to our patients as determined by an independent, external process of evaluation. “You …
The State of Alaska Division of Fish and Game predicts a low salmon run in 2023 for the District 4 and Koyukuk River Subsistence Fishing areas. The 2023 Chinook salmon run size is forecasted to be small and unlikely to meet escapement objectives or provide any surplus for harvest. Click here to learn more.
Patient Travel/Lodging Feedback Tanana Chiefs Conference is seeking feedback and comments from patients, family members, and escorts regarding TCC’s Patient Travel/Lodging process. We would like to hear your concerns, stories and solutions to improve our processes to make the travel and housing experience better for our patients. Submit Your Comments Below
The Yukon River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (YRITFC) held a quorum for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic. The YRITFC is comprised of 28 villages along the Yukon and Kuskokwim rivers who work together to develop recommendations for fishery management, and to develop positions on other relevant fisheries issues for the upcoming season and in the fall post-season. This …
Millena Jordan has learned many valuable lessons throughout her journey as an Emerging Leader and has created a solid foundation for herself. She joined the Emerging Leaders in 2018, and at 23 years old, she has been empowering and equipping youth for the past five years. She is the daughter of Charlie Nations Jordan Sr. and Desiree Andon, and is …