2021 Alaska Historical Society Digital Conference: Communities Remembered and Imagined
October 7-9 and 14-16, 2021 Learn more and register at: https://alaskahistoricalsociety.org/about-ahs/conference/
October 7-9 and 14-16, 2021 Learn more and register at: https://alaskahistoricalsociety.org/about-ahs/conference/
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday, October 11! This virtual community event will feature honored guest speakers, Alaska Native performances, and more! Please visit the Facebook event for more information: https://fb.me/e/4LAmlJphL.
October 7-9 and 14-16, 2021 The conference will feature several presentations and panel discussions on ANCSA on Thursday, October 14. Read more at: https://alaskahistoricalsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/AHS-conf-program-Oct4-web.pdf. Learn more and register at: https://alaskahistoricalsociety.org/about-ahs/conference/
The 38th Annual Statewide First Alaskans Institute Elders & Youth Conference will be held virtually this October 17-20, 2021. Learn more at: https://firstalaskans.org/newsroom/38th-annual-statewide-fai-elders-youth-conference-to-be-held-virtually/
APU Faculty from the Institution of Business and Public Policy will provide a free to the public educational component to the series and take a deep dive into the history, context, and future of ANCSA. Date: October 28, 2021 Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Location: Virtual Contact: Kristel Komakhuk, kkomakhuk@alaskapacific.edu, 907-564-8881 For more information,...Read More
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA) marked a new and unique Congressional approach to Federal Indian policy. In an effort to resolve land claims, ANCSA mandated the creation of regional corporate entities that Congress termed “Alaska Native corporations.” While corporations by name, these entities had a purpose beyond profit: promoting the social,...Read More
The annual convention serves as the principal forum and voice for the Alaska Native community in addressing critical issues of public policy and government. The convention convenes thousands of official delegates and participants from membership organizations across the state. At the Convention, delegates discuss strategic opportunities and challenges, listen to memorable keynote speeches, hear reports...Read More