Walker made the announcement Wednesday at the Alaska Federation of Natives and National Congress of American Indians annual conference in Anchorage.
Jennifer Canfield, KTOO
Reporter’s notebook: 4th annual AFN and NCAI conference
Follow throughout the day for updates from the 4th annual Alaska Federation of Natives and National Congress of American Indians conference.
Workshops at Elders and Youth Conference aim to connect, educate
“It’s about helping people know who they are culturally and through heritage as well as helping them to then succeed in their educational path.”
Elders and Youth conference begins today in Anchorage
The Elders and Youth conference is an opportunity for youth to learn about leadership and how to participate in policy discussions and group decision making.
Walker, Mallott remind PFD recipients of state fiscal situation
Lt. Gov. Byron Mallott says now is the time to draw on the Permanent Fund to pay for state government.
This year’s Permanent Fund dividend is $2,072
The governor recruited 7th grader Shania Sommer to make the announcement.