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Senator Dan Sullivan has introduced an amendment in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would force the approval of the Ambler Road, bypassing crucial environmental laws and overriding the voices of Alaska Native communities. Despite widespread national and Tribal opposition, Senator Dan Sullivan has inserted an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would force the approval …
September 30th marks A Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a Canadian holiday in honor of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis residential school survivors and their families. In 2022, Tanana Chiefs Conference’s (TCC) Full Board of Directors adopted Resolution 2022-13. This resolution acknowledges the significance of A Day for Truth and Reconciliation and aligns Canada’s efforts to seek justice for victims …
October 6th: Deadline to register or update voter registration. October 21st: Absentee In-Person, Early Vote, Electronic Transmission, and Special Needs Voting begins October 26th: Deadline to receive absentee by-mail application October 26th: State Offices open for Absentee and Early Voting November 5th: General Election Day For more information visit: and follow Interior Native Vote on Facebook and Instagram to stay …
In August, the fall subregional meetings were held in Allakaket, Arctic Village, Anchorage and Manley, providing an opportunity for tribal leaders in each subregion to come together, share what is happening in their communities and to provide resources and ideas for local needs and challenges. These meetings are essential for fostering collaboration and ensuring that the voices of our communities …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is committed to preserving the sacred burial grounds within our communities, recognizing their significance in honoring our ancestors and maintaining our cultural heritage. In alignment with this commitment, TCC is pleased to announce the allocation of $2,500 to each Tribe within the TCC region to assist in the maintenance and preservation of their cemeteries. These funds …
According to the 2019 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, over 1 in 3 Alaskan high school students reported feeling sad or hopeless almost every day for two or more weeks in a row. Additionally, 1 in 4 seriously considered attempting suicide, and nearly 1 in 5 reported an actual attempt. This September, Tanana Chiefs Conference and the 988 Crisis Lifeline invite …
Memory loss that impacts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Alzheimer’s causes a gradual decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning skills. Read on to learn about steps to identify, prevent, or slow the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Keeping Your Brain Healthy as You Age Research shows people can reduce their risk of cognitive decline …
By Purestyn Milk, TCC GO Student Support Coordinator Guidance. Exploration. Opportunities. TCC GO is here to help students find a meaningful career. Are you a tribally-enrolled student or a student living in a rural community in the TCC region? Work one-on-one with our TCC GO Student Support Coordinators to navigate the transition from high school to college, a vocational program …
Each year Tanana Chiefs Conference publishes an annual calendar featuring photos from throughout our region submitted by Tribal Members! Do you have an amazing photo that you would like to contribute to next year’s calendar? Send it to us! Photos can be submitted using our form: https://www.tananachiefs.org/2025-tcc-calendar-submissions/ The deadline to submit your photos is October 18th at 5pm. We can’t …
Tanana Chiefs Conference Energy Assistance Program is seeking public input/comments for the FY25 Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Plan. Please read the FY25 LIHEAP Plan and provide your feedback. The plan is available on the Tanana Chiefs Conference website here, can be emailed or faxed to you, or picked up at the CPJTB Family Services Department 5th floor …