Feb. 23, 2018: Panel discussion explores the diversity of Alaska Native village corporations

Diversity of Alaska Native Village Corporations Friday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. Rasmuson Hall, Room 101

Alaska Native corporations were formed when Congress passed the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 in response to a rise in native activism and pressure from oil companies to smooth the path for a trans-Alaska pipeline after oil was discovered in 1968.

The act allotted 40 million acres of land for division among 12 regional native corporations and 220 village corporations. The law was intended to settle longstanding land claims by Alaska Natives and provide economic opportunities.

Now, almost 50 years later, Alaska Native Village Corporations vary in an assortment of different shapes and sizes. Join us as we explore our differences and celebrate our achievements.

Special thanks to the UAA College of Business and Public Policy, UAA Native Student Services, UAA Alaska Natives and Diversity, Alaska Native Professional Association (ANPA), Alaska Native Village Corporation Association (ANVCA) and Alaska Native Media Group for organizing this event.

Panelists include Gerad Godfrey (Afognak Native Corporation), Nathan McCowan (St. George Tanaq), and Dr. Jeane Breinig (KAVILCO). Overview provided by David Clark (ANVCA). Moderated by Hallie Bisset (ANVCA).

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