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The Tanana Chiefs Conference region covers an area of 235,000 square miles in interior Alaska, which is equal to about 37 percent of the entire state, and contains 39 villages.

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Tanana Chiefs Conference(TCC) is an Alaska Native non-profit corporation, also organized as Dena' Nena' Henash or "Our Land Speaks". We work towards meeting the health and social service needs of Tribal members and beneficiaries throughout our region.

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News and Updates

Seeking Nominations for 2026 Patti Hyslop Leadership in Sobriety Award

February 3, 2026

It is time once again to select the person/persons for the Patti L. Hyslop Award. This Award is given to recognize the efforts of the village leaders in Sobriety, Healing, and keeping alive the commitment to healing that was the corner stone of Patti’s life. Patti led the sobriety and healing movement in Tanana by encouraging people to make positive

Interior Native Organizations Economic Impact Study

January 30, 2026

Why Tribes Are Being Asked to Participate The Interior Native Organizations Economic Impact Study is a collaborative effort led by multiple Interior partners, including Tanana Chiefs Conference, Doyon, Limited, Fairbanks Native Association, Interior Regional Housing Authority, and Denakkanaaga, in partnership with Information Insights. This study focuses on the economic contributions of Interior Alaska Tribes, regional and village corporations, and Native

Family Services and Support Hosts Christmas Lunch for Families

January 28, 2026

On December 23rd, Tanana Chiefs Conference Family Services and Support hosted a Christmas lunch and craft day for all TCC families to celebrate the holiday season. Everyone in the region was welcome, and the turnout didn’t disappoint. Families ate lunch, participated in crafting activities, wrote letters to Santa, and even got a visit from Santa himself. Raffle prizes were drawn,

Annual Tribal Government Training Held in Fairbanks

January 28, 2026

Last month, Chiefs, Tribal Administrators, and Council Members from across the region gathered in Fairbanks for Tanana Chiefs Conference’s Annual Tribal Government Training. The two-day training provided an opportunity for Tribal leaders to strengthen governance knowledge, share experiences, and build connections with one another. Participants engaged in dedicated forums for Chiefs and Tribal Administrators, a New Council Orientation, and interactive