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The Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention begins today in Anchorage. The team at NANA is looking forward to connecting with friends, partners, and shareholders to work toward our common goals, reflect on our shared traditions, and celebrate the strength of our communities. Be sure to stop by the NANA booth on the third floor of the Dena'ina Convention Center to say hello!

Exciting news! The fall edition of The Hunter has been mailed to shareholders. While you wait for yours to arrive, you can read the online version on NANA's website: https://lnkd.in/gsafsUxv

The Maniilaq Association's Tribal Doctors Program will host a Tribal Doctors Clinic during AFN at the NANA office in Anchorage. The Tribal Doctors will be available to see patients from 8 am to 5 pm Wednesday, Oct. 15 through Friday, Oct. 17. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Cheryl Richards by emailing cheryl.richards@maniilaq.org or calling (907) 442-7018.

Today we honor Indigenous Peoples Day, a moment to celebrate the history, culture and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples. It is also a time to reflect on strength, resilience, and wisdom of communities who have carried forward their traditions for generations. Photo: Nina Harvey from Kobuk (left) and Mildred Black from Shungnak (right).

In 2001, with the support of the NANA Board of Directors and Maniilaq Association, the Regional Elders Council hosted an Elders Conference in Kotzebue. This gathering gave our Elders the opportunity to share their wisdom and lessons passed down through generations.

NANA offices will close at 3 pm today in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. Offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 8 am.

Due to severe weather, our Kotzebue office is closed and will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Meanwhile, you can call (800) 478-3301 to be connected with our Anchorage office. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all community members, local leaders, and responders who are working tirelessly to prepare for and weather this storm together. Your strength, cooperation, and care for one another reflect the true spirit of our region.

NANA's Informal Meeting of Shareholders in Kotzebue has been postponed due to a severe weather forecast. A new date will be announced soon, and we’ll create a new Facebook event once it’s rescheduled. Thank you for your understanding.

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