January
Graf Rheeneerhaanjii Re-Opened to Support Youth in Need. TCC reopened Graf Rheeneerhaanjii, offering culturally grounded residential mental health support for youth ages 13–17.5. The program provides therapy, life skills, education, and cultural activities, with active family involvement and priority for TCC-affiliated youth.
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Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center Introduced Open Access Scheduling. This new system allows for same-day, next-day, or same-week appointments with your Primary Care Provider, reducing wait times and offering flexible in-person or telehealth options for improved access to care.
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February
Tribal Leaders Called for Change at NPFMC Meeting. In February 2025, Tribal leaders, including TCC, urged the North Pacific Fisheries Management Council to address the salmon crisis, highlighting the cultural, nutritional, and economic impacts of bycatch and calling for conservation-focused, ecosystem-based management.
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March
Guided By Culture, Focused on Tomorrow. The 2025 TCC Annual Convention united Tribal leaders and community members to address funding, healthcare, and cultural preservation. Highlights included a keynote speech in the Gwich’in language and resolutions guiding TCC’s focus on wellness, sovereignty, and intergenerational knowledge.
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Indigenous Healing Gathering Brought Culture, Connection & Celebration. TCC’s Indigenous Healing Gathering at Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center united beneficiaries, Elders, and healers for a day of traditional healing, plant medicine, arts, and dance, celebrating culture, community, and intergenerational knowledge.
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April
Celebrated CHAP Graduation. On April 18, TCC celebrated 8 Session IV CHAP graduates, honoring their dedication, clinical training, and commitment to serving rural Alaska communities as essential Community Health Aide Practitioners.
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May
Second Cohort Completed the Leadership for Results Program. On May 1, 2025, TCC celebrated Cohort 2 of the Leadership for Results program, honoring 26 Tribal members, leaders, youth, and Elders who completed five months of leadership development and showcased community-focused Action Learning Projects.
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June
Engaged in a Day of Peaceful Protest. On June 20, 2025, over 150 Tribal leaders and allies gathered statewide to protest Yukon River salmon declines, raising awareness of bycatch impacts, honoring cultural traditions with prayers and offerings, and advocating for conservation, food security, and the protection of Alaska Native ways of life.
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Launched TCC Weekly. In June, TCC launched TCC Weekly, our podcast and radio show sharing news, upcoming events, highlights, and more. This short-form audio production keeps our communities, partners and employees informed about what’s happening across the region.
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July
Honored Elders Through Day of Caring. On July 21, TCC hosted the first Elders Day of Caring, where over 90 volunteers completed 20 home projects for Alaska Native Elders in the Fairbanks area, celebrating Athabascan values of respect and community service.
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Hosted State & Federal Leaders During Annual Partner Boat Trip. This year’s trip brought policymakers to Evansville, Allakaket, Alatna, Hughes, and Huslia. This trip fostered dialogue on housing, healthcare, public safety, and salmon conservation and strengthened partnerships while highlighting the resilience of rural communities.
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August
Met with Federal Leaders to Advocate for Alaska Native Healthcare. In August, TCC leadership met with federal officials, including HHS Secretary Kennedy and Alaska’s Senators, to advocate for Interior Alaska Native healthcare needs and showcase services at the clinic ensuring Tribal voices influence high-level decision-making.
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September
Dedicated MMIP Memorial in Fairbanks. At the direction of a Full Board Resolution, TCC dedicated an MMIP memorial bench beside the Chena Bingo Hall- a space for reflection, remembrance, and healing. The ceremony honored missing and murdered Indigenous persons and emphasized the importance of remembering and advocating for affected families.
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October
TCC Returned to AFN Convention. TCC and Doyon, Ltd officially rejoined AFN for this year’s annual convention. Interior representatives were honored, four TCC resolutions on cultural preservation and Tribal sovereignty passed, and Sharon Hildebrand was elected AFN Interior Village Representative.
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November
Supported Food Security. TCC and partner organizations hosted the Gathering for Food Security to discuss local trends and share resources. Panelists shared insights, 43 food boxes were distributed, and a food drive collected a truckload of donations. The event highlighted community collaboration to support families and build long-term resilience.
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Showed Strong Presence at the 2025 NCAI Convention. Over 100 Alaskan delegates advanced Tribal sovereignty and Native priorities at this year’s convention. Chief Brian Ridley and Clinton Cook were re-elected as Alaska Area representatives. TCC championed resolutions reinforcing unity and advocacy for Alaska Tribes.
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