Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) was honored with the 2026 Family Friendly Workplace Award in the Large Non-Profit category from the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce. This recognition celebrates TCC’s commitment to creating a workplace that supports employees and their families. From benefits and workplace policies to programs that promote employee well-being and work-life balance, TCC continues to look for ways …
For Devin Agnes, receiving support through Tanana Chiefs Conference has meant having a team of people working together to help him navigate services, address his needs, and maintain his independence. Devin, who was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at birth, has been receiving support from his home community, the Nulato Tribe, since his diagnosis. Currently, he works with several department heads …
The Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Alaska Migratory Bird Regional Co-Management Council (AMBCC) serves as a strong voice for Interior Alaska Tribes in the stewardship and management of migratory birds and their eggs. The council works to ensure the continued health and conservation of migratory bird populations while protecting the subsistence harvest rights of Alaska Native communities. Comprised of representatives from …
In August, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) leadership traveled to McGrath for the Upper Kuskokwim Subregional Meeting. As always, it was a valuable opportunity to spend time with Tribal leaders, hear directly about the issues and priorities affecting their communities, and explore ways TCC can continue supporting our Tribal leaders and Tribal members. We are grateful to the community of McGrath …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is proud to congratulate Darlene Huntington on her promotion to Deputy Pharmacy Director. Darlene’s career with TCC began nearly 15 years ago when she joined the organization as a pharmacy student extern. Since then, she has continued to grow through several pharmacy roles, serving as Lead Village Health Pharmacist for the past nine years. Throughout her …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) extends its appreciation to the Alaska Community Foundation (ACF) for a generous $20,000 contribution to support TCC’s Leadership for Results Program, offered through TCC’s Learning and Development Department. Through this support, participants completed projects that are creating meaningful, grassroots, and lasting change in people and communities. Supporting Community Needs, Strengthening Leadership Participants in the Leadership for …
At Tanana Chiefs Conference, we are always looking for ways to strengthen the care we provide while honoring our commitment to Ch’eghwtsen’ – providing accessible and trusted services with unconditional love, compassion, dignity, and respect. To help providers spend more time focused on patients instead of computer screens, TCC is introducing Sully.ai, an artificial intelligence (AI) documentation assistant that supports …
The Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Family Service and Support Division’s Education and Indigenous Learning team hosted its inaugural Family Service and Support Culture Camp at Effie Kokrine Charter School on July 22 and 23. Children in kindergarten through sixth grade had the opportunity to attend the two-day camp, with students in grades K-3 attending in the mornings and students in …
September is Suicide Prevention Month—a time to remind each other that help and hope are always available. Reaching out, checking in, listening well, and staying connected can make a huge difference and even save a life. It’s practicing our core value at TCC—Ch’eghwtsen’—unconditionally loving others! At Tanana Chiefs Conference, suicide prevention is about the strength of our people, cultures, and …
The Big Picture: You Have More Power Than You Think Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, affecting over 55 million people worldwide. While age and genetics play a role, research shows that up to 45% of dementia cases may be preventable or delayed by addressing 14 known risk factors throughout life. Healthy lifestyle choices can reduce your …