The first Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) 2024 Leadership for Results training cohort celebrated the completion of this transformative program with a graduation ceremony on June 18th. Held in Fairbanks, this intensive program spanned over seven months, empowering 24 participants from across the TCC region, including Tribal Administrators, Community Leaders, Emerging Youth Leaders, and TCC staff from across the organization.
Throughout the program, participants delved into vital skills for sustainable change. They learned advanced techniques in capacity-building, honed leadership strategies, and fostered crucial partnerships. The curriculum, designed to enhance emotional intelligence and strategic planning, equipped participants to tackle pressing issues within their communities effectively.
An integral aspect of the training was the Action Learning Project, where teams applied their newfound skills to address local challenges and create sustainable change. This hands-on approach not only yielded actionable insights but also fostered a spirit of collaboration and innovation.
Participants’ family members attended this event, as did Chief Brian Ridley, Vice President Sharon Hildebrand, Senator Scott Kawasaki, Representatives Ashley Carrick and Mike Cronk, and Borough Assembly Member Savannah Fletcher. Rev. Dr. Anna Frank joined cohort one through the program after participating in the Blanket Exercise portion of the course, and she also gave the keynote address at the ceremony. On two occasions Rev. Dr. Frank shared, “This program is a dream come true. It’s what I have always wanted for our people.”
As we congratulate these exceptional leaders, we look forward to witnessing their continued contributions towards a resilient and empowered future for our communities. Cohort two will begin in December with applications opening in August 2024. Please reach out to Aleisha Singh or Tiffany Simmons if you have questions at 907-452-8251 ext. 3359.
