On February 6th, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) leaders visited Hughes and Manley Hot Springs to meet with Tribal leaders and community members. The goal was to understand their concerns, priorities, and offer help where possible. TCC thanks both communities for their warm welcome and looks forward to more visits in the future. The visit allowed TCC leaders to listen to …
By Carrie Stevens, UAF Tribal Governance Department Chair and Associate Professor As directed by the Tanana Chiefs Conference Full Board of Directors (per Resolution 2022-12), TCC leadership has been actively negotiating a self-governance agreement with the Department of the Interior to further co-steward and maintain our traditional ways of life.The Agreement is based on consultation, communication, and relationship to center …
The recent Tribal Government Training hosted by Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) brought together Tribal Leaders and Tribal Administrators for engaging sessions focused on strengthening governance and building resilient communities. Held from January 30th to February 1st, 2024, attendees participated in workshops led by TCC programs and divisions. This gathering provided Tribal leaders with the opportunity to learn and exchange insights …
Tanana Chiefs Conference proudly announces the appointment of Edward Dellamary, Rural Energy Specialist, as an Arctic Energy Ambassador for the Department of Energy. In this role, Edward represents the Interior region in the Arctic Energy Ambassadors Program, a collaboration between the Arctic Energy Office, the Denali Commission, and the Alaska Municipal League. The Arctic Energy Ambassadors Program aims to empower …
A recent report from the American Cancer Society has shed light on the alarming revelation that Indigenous Alaskans have the highest rate of colon cancer in the world. The report calls for increased screenings, stool tests, and follow-up care for people aged 45-49 to help curb this trend. According to TCC’s guidelines, screening colonoscopies should commence at the age of …
During the week of January 15th, Tanana Chiefs Conference’s Rural Energy Specialist, Eddie Dellamary along with members of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Renewable Energy Alaska Project (REAP) held several community meetings with key public figures in McGrath. The meeting consisted of Tribal Council Members of McGrath Native Village Council, McGrath City Council, Board members of the Iditarod Area …
Brian Ridley, Tanana Chiefs Conference’s Chief, gave an important testimony at the January 31st House Tribal Affairs Special Committee. The meeting was the first for the 2024 legislative session, and centered around discussion of the importance of Alaska Native representation on state-level boards and commissions. The committee meeting was attended by Representatives Ben Carpenter, Maxine Dibert, Thomas Baker, Sarah Vance, …
Dear Tribes and Tribal Members, Last month, I had the opportunity to travel to the communities of Hughes and Manley to meet with Tribal Leadership and community members, learn about their priorities and share how TCC can help. I always enjoy traveling out to our tribal communities and visiting with residents. I would like to thank both communities to opening …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is proud to announce Will Mayo as our 2024 Annual Convention and Full Board of Directors Meeting keynote speaker! Will is from Rampart and Tanana and is known for his extensive leadership experience in advocating for indigenous communities. Serving as the Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) President from 1991 to 1999, he played a pivotal role in …
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 …