Judge Debra O’Gara says that some states are better than others at adhering to ICWA. “But right now, Alaska, I would say, is not doing so well.”
Alaska Native Government & Policy
Seal hunting regulations on St. Paul Island show a new path for federal marine mammal protection
The Tribe worked with the federal government to update local regulations so hunters could take advantage of the longer seal season.
AFN delegates say lack of veterinary care is an ‘ongoing public health crisis’
AFN delegates have adopted a resolution that calls on federal authorities to make a declaration that could lead to veterinary services through the Indian Health Service.
Peltola gets rock star welcome as AFN keynote speaker
Peltola took the stage Thursday, pitching herself as a regular Alaskan who happens to be Alaska’s congresswoman.
Peltola, politics pack first post-pandemic AFN agenda
This year’s convention is the first time in two years that delegates have met in person.
Alaska Native tribes can now apply to pilot program for increasing tribal control of local schools
The bill kicks off a multi-year process of creating state-tribal compact schools.
Aniak Traditional Council rescinds its support for the Donlin Gold mine
The tribe’s withdrawal removes a longtime pillar of support for the project.
Court rules with Metlakatla in case challenging Alaska state fishing regulations
The decision is a major victory in the tribe’s decades-long fight for fishing rights.
Final projects selected in $25M program for sustainable development in Southeast Alaska
About half of the funding will be managed by tribal and Indigenous organizations, for purposes that include arts and cultural support, enhancement of food security and support for cultural use of forest products.
Alaska Federation of Natives convention will be held in person for the first time since 2019
This year’s convention will be held from Oct. 20-22 at the Dena’ina Center in Anchorage.