The Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska is doing something few tribal organizations do.
Alaska Native Government & Policy
HUD seeks input on Alaska Native, American Indian housing
A federal agency wants to create a committee to bridge the gap between federal housing programs and Native communities.
Sealaska critic Mick Beasley elected to board of directors
He came in behind three incumbents, each of who ran as the board slate.
New federal rule could prevent litigation over Native children in state custody
The regulations aim to make interpretation of the Indian Child Welfare Act more consistent, regardless of the state, judge or social worker involved.
In Anchorage, U.S. Attorney General announces new focus on Alaska Native issues
U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch said it is unacceptable that Native residents are victims of violent crimes at rates much higher than the general population.
AFN announces its keynote speakers for the 2016 convention
Two western Alaska residents will be the keynote speakers at this year’s AFN convention.
Alaska senators revive landless bill
If passed, the improvement act would allow the five corporations to pick land of historic, cultural and commercial value, but would not allow conservation lands to be awarded.
Historic agreement gives Kuskokwim tribes say in fish management
The agreement is the first formalization of co-management between the Alaska tribes along the Kuskokwim River and the federal government.
New tribal court programs aim to reduce recidivism
Eventually, Central Council wants to offer circle sentencing beyond Juneau and into other tribal courts in Southeast.
Tlingit leader remembered for land claims role
Tlingit leader John Borbridge Jr. died Tuesday. He was a significant player in the campaign for Alaska Native land rights.