Valerie Davidson is the first Alaska Native Woman to hold statewide office in Alaska.
Alaska Native Government & Policy
Keynote tells Elders and Youth to move traditional knowledge forward
The youth keynote address drew a spirited reaction from the audience.
Online, Sealaska shareholders condemned their corporation’s Walker-Mallott endorsement. Here’s what they said in person.
Many Sealaska shareholders have condemned the board’s endorsement and donation as political favoritism and improper use of shareholder funds.
Elders and Youth, AFN kick off in Anchorage next week
The three-day event organized by the First Alaskans Institute is designed to strengthen inter-generational relationships and develop indigenous leadership across Alaska. This year’s theme is “Our Ancestors, Our Fire.”
Alaska tribal courts see infusion of federal funds
Alaska Attorney General Jahna Lindemuth has been working with tribal courts to create a simple process for transferring cases, known as a civil diversion agreement, to enable tribal courts to handle low level crimes in a more culturally sensitive manner.
Alaska law says lobbyists can’t raise cash for candidates. But lobbyists are still sending invites to fundraisers.
Some of Alaska’s most prominent lobbyists are boosting the fundraising efforts of political candidates, prompting questions about whether they’re breaking a state law that’s designed to limit lobbyists’ influence over the legislative process.
Walker, Begich asked to compromise to prevent Dunleavy governorship
The question came at a Get Out the Native Vote forum in Juneau. Republican candidate Mike Dunleavy wasn’t there.
Red Dog Mine, in hunt for more ore, proposes new road
One of Alaska’s largest mines is moving toward a significant expansion, applying for state and federal permits to build a 10-mile road to a pair of new prospects in a remote part of Northwest Alaska.
First Alaskans Institute brings social justice leaders to Juneau
The two-day gathering discussed identity, becoming an ally, decolonization and political activism through presentations and performances from leaders in the social justice community.
Governor declares emergency for Alaska Native languages
Gov. Walker’s order directs the state to use traditional place names on state signs and to promote indigenous languages in public education.