Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is pleased to welcome Doreen Joseph as the new Director of Tribal Priorities Advancement. A Tribal member of Beaver, Doreen brings more than 30 years of experience serving Tribal communities and organizations throughout Interior Alaska. During her career, she has held leadership and administrative roles with organizations including the Fairbanks Native Association, Tanana Chiefs Conference, and …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is pleased to welcome Joy Huntington as the organization’s new Government Affairs Director. Joy (Shockley) Huntington is Caribou Clan and has deep roots in the TCC region. She is the daughter of Dorothy (Woods) Shockley of Manley Hot Springs and the late Barry Shockley of Kansas City, Missouri, and the granddaughter of the late Judy (Starr) …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) extends its gratitude to Gwichyaa Zhee for its warm hospitality and to Denakkanaaga for hosting another successful Elders and Youth Conference. The annual gathering brought together Elders and youth from across the region to share knowledge, stories, culture, and experiences while strengthening connections between generations. Participants took part in activities, presentations, and discussions that celebrated culture, …
Tanana Chiefs Conference and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium are providing a weekend camp for Alaska Native Girls, ages 10-17, who are survivors of sexual assault. This camp is held in Fairbanks on a weekend, Friday evening to Sunday evening. This is an opportunity for young girls to heal from the trauma they have experienced. Registration Deadline: Friday, May 29, …
By Sean Rice, TCC Employment & Training Coordinator On April 21st and April 22nd, Employment and Training hosted a flagging class that was put on by Northern Dame Construction. During the training, Tribal members learned how to perform flagging duties and received a 4-year certificate that allows them to work as flaggers in the state of Alaska. Through this training, …
Family, Tribal leaders, community members, and staff gathered at the Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center on May 28 to celebrate the unveiling of the Andy & Barbara Jimmie Cancer Care & Infusion Center — a space dedicated to healing, compassion, and care for the people of Interior Alaska. The event honored the lifelong service and leadership of Second Traditional Chief …
Dear Tribal Leaders and Tribal Members, As summer moves across our region, many of us are spending time on the land, at camp, gathering with family, and reconnecting with the traditions that have sustained our people for generations. We are reminded by our elders that it is so important for us to continue these practices and remain grounded by our …
This June, Tanana Chiefs Conference recognized three new Community Health Aides who have completed the Basic Training requirements of the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP), marking an important milestone in strengthening health care throughout Interior Alaska. Loren Thomas will return to serve her home community of Tetlin, Chance Shank will work in his home community of Dot Lake, and Karissa …
Last week, youth from across the TCC region gathered at Nankat Liberation and Wellness Center outside of Fairbanks for the Emerging Leaders Youth Summit. The four-day summit combined leadership development, cultural learning, wellness activities, and advocacy training. Participants camped on-site and took part in a variety of hands-on workshops and discussions designed to strengthen their connection to culture, community, and …
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (June 16, 2026) — Alaska Native leaders used the national stage at the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Mid-Year Convention to call on Tribal Nations across the country to stand with Alaska in protecting salmon, subsistence rights, and Indigenous ways of life. Representatives from Tanana Chiefs Conference, the Association of Village Council Presidents, the Central Council of …