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, …
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.Read the Full Article Here. Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center Introduced Open Access Scheduling. This new system allows …
In December, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) hosted a Master/Six-Pack License Training in Fairbanks. The 4-day training certified participants in the legal operation of water vessels with six or fewer passengers and is regulated by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). This license is essential for various types of commercial and residential boating activities, including fishing charters, sightseeing tours, and diving …
Last month, the U.S. Senate passed H.R. 410 – the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension Act of 2025. This important legislation extends the deadline for eligible Alaska Native Vietnam-era veterans—and their heirs—to apply for their federal land allotments from 2025 to December 29, 2030. Tanana Chiefs Conference has strongly advocated for this extension, recognizing the significant barriers …
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 …
Last month, Tanana Chiefs Conference hosted our first-ever Elders Holiday Lunch in Fairbanks—a gathering created to honor and uplift our Elders during a time of year that can often feel lonely, especially for those missing family and life back in their home village. The event welcomed Elders with a warm meal of moose soup and frybread and offered a space …
Elections Open Seats Full Board of Directors Elections The elections for the following positions will take place on Thursday, March 12th at the Annual Convention with the Full Board electing each seat. Executive Board Seats Officer PositionsChief/Chairman – 3-year term (2026-2029)Currently Chief/Chairman Brian Ridley, Eagle Interior Regional Housing Authority (IRHA) Board of Commissioners Seat E – 3-year term (2026-2029)Currently Kristen …
Resolutions Each year resolutions are submitted by either the TCC Executive Board, Subregional Boards, Regional Health Board, Denakkanaaga Elders Board, Member Tribes and Organizations, or Emerging Leaders Youth Advisory Council to direct and guide the organization. Resolutions are reviewed by the Resolutions Committee. The Resolutions Committee reviews all resolutions to ensure that they meet the Resolutions Rules. The Committee provides …
By Heidi Rader, Professor of Extension at University of Alaska Fairbanks. If you know me, then you know this article is actually just an excuse to brag about the fig … tree … in my office. Yes, it produces figs, even in the winter, which I love. No, I do not have an army of wasps living in my office …