Posts specifically from or for the Council Newsletter
Last month, several Alaska Native leaders attended a Fairbanks City Council meeting to advocate for the adoption of a standing Native land acknowledgement at the start of Council meetings. Leaders from Denakkanaaga, Inc., the Fairbanks Native Association (FNA), and Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) spoke in support of the ordinance, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the original stewards of the land …
Protecting our salmon is protecting our way of life. Over the next several weeks, Tribal members and community advocates have two important opportunities to speak up and ensure that the experiences of Yukon River families are reflected in state and federal decision-making: the North Pacific Fishery Management Council (NPFMC) and the Alaska Board of Fisheries (BOF). Both bodies will be …
By David Atteberry, Public Safety Manager Each January, communities across the nation observe Human Trafficking Awareness Month. This is a time to bring attention to an issue that affects people everywhere, including right here in Interior Alaska. While trafficking is often portrayed as something that happens far away or only in major cities, the truth is that Alaska Native people, …
By Gwichyaa Zhee Gwich’in Tribal Government Like many of our sister Tribes throughout Indian country, the Gwichyaa Zhee Gwich’in Tribal Government (GZGTG) advocates for victims of crime through funds from the Department of Justice’s Tribal Set Aside Formula Grant. Since 2018, we’ve helped over 100 survivors who’ve made the decision to begin their healing process, welcoming their choice to reclaim …
Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, Happy New Year. I hope this season finds you well and surrounded by family and community. As we welcome 2026, I look forward to a year filled with progress, partnership, and continued strength for all of our Tribes. Together, we will keep moving forward on the issues that matter most to our people. Last …
By Roxanne Frank, TCC Trauma & Grief Recovery Specialist The holiday season is approaching and for some people it can be challenging time, especially when you are grieving the loss of a loved one. You may experience many different emotions that can be difficult to process during these festive times, like navigating the realization that this year will be different, …
Join us on Thursday, December 11 as we mark the 10-year anniversary of the conclusion of the Fairbanks Four case with a special community gathering and fundraiser. The evening begins with a 5 p.m. panel at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, featuring: April Monroe, activist Bill Oberly, Executive Director, Alaska Innocence Project Brian O’Donoghue, journalist who investigated the …
Impaired driving remains one of the most preventable causes of death and serious injury across our communities. Yet, its effects ripple far beyond the individual behind the wheel. Impaired driving harms families, disrupts communities, and profoundly impacts our youth. As we strive for even safer communities and healthier futures, it becomes more critical to understand how impaired driving affects us, …
Diabetes can affect many parts of the body, and one of the most serious complications is vision loss. Diabetic eye disease is one of the leading causes of blindness among adults—but the good news is that early detection and treatment can prevent most vision problems. For many people, changes to eyesight happens slowly and without pain. You may not notice …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Workforce Development, in partnership with Business Impact Northwest, is inviting Tribal members to share their thoughts and ideas about small business and entrepreneurship across the region. Your voice matters—by taking a few minutes to complete our short survey, you can help shape future opportunities and training programs designed to support aspiring and current Alaska Native business …