News in this Edition...
- Tlingit & Haida Receives Thank You from Southeast Alaska Trollers
- UPDATE: Herring Egg Distribution Schedule
- Seattle & Klukwan Supplemental Relief Programs
- Camp Coho
- Youth Wayfinders Retreat
- Men's Healing & Wellness Gathering
Upcoming Deadlines:
- April 26 | Summer Youth Employment Service Program
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May 6 | Haa Yoo X’atangi Kúdi Lingít Language Nest
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Tlingit & Haida Receive Thank You from Southeast Alaska Trollers |
Gunalchéesh, Háw’aa to all of the Southeast Alaska trollers who signed a letter to express their gratitude to Tlingit & Haida for standing up to the Wild Fish Conservancy (WFC)!
In 2020, the WFC filed a lawsuit against NOAA to close the Southeast Alaska king salmon troll fishery. This year, they filed a petition to list Alaska king salmon under the Endangered Species Act.
The WFC’s actions continue to target Indigenous people and communities. With funding backed by companies like Patagonia, they have pursued an agenda with bad science, faulty narratives and knowing very well their actions impact Indigenous people and communities, as well as Treaty rights. If you own any Patagonia clothing, you might stop wearing it until they stop supporting WFC’s attacks on Indigenous people.
Tlingit & Haida supported two amicus brief filings in the WFC lawsuit to close the Southeast Alaska troll fishery. The first filing was submitted on behalf of 21 tribes and Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) corporations and the second was submitted on behalf of 16 sovereign tribes, 7 Alaska Native Village corporations, Sealaska Corporation, and the Alaska Native Brotherhood and Alaska Native Sisterhood Grand Camp.
The Southeast Alaska king salmon troll fishery is integral to our coastal communities and way of life. Many tribal citizens are troll permit holders who rely on this fishery. We will continue to stand against the Wild Fish Conservancy and defend Southeast Alaska trollers.
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UPDATE: Herring Egg Distribution Schedule |
There have been some changes to the dates and times for herring roe on kelp community distributions. Please double-check your community’s date and time.
Tlingit & Haida’s community distributions are only for tribal citizens so please have your Tlingit & Haida Tribal ID ready to show.
Most communities are first come, first serve while supplies last.
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Seattle & Klukwan Supplemental Relief Programs |
Tlingit & Haida's Community-Directed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program has launched two new relief programs for tribal citizens who reside in and are registered to the voting communities of Seattle & Klukwan.
Seattle Relief Programs:
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Food Relief 3.0: $100 per Household (Resident & Non-Resident)
Klukwan Relief Programs:
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Household Relief: $3,129.15 per Household (Resident & Non-Resident)
There are currently 14 Community-Direct Relief programs still open and accepting applications.
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Camp Coho: Children's Grief & Loss Day Camp |
Dates: June 22, 2024
Time: 8 AM - 4 PM
Location: Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall
(320 W. Willoughby Ave ∙ Juneau, AK)
Registration: Call 907.463.7305 or email
HealingCenter@tlingitandhaida.gov
At Camp Coho, our primary focus is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children can embark on a journey of healing. If your child has experienced the loss of a family member from cancer or suicide, apply now. Space is limited to 10 children (ages 6 to 12) with one chaperone per child.
Travel scholarships are available on a limited basis upon request.
Application Deadline: May 17, 2024
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Dates: July 22-25, 2025
Location: Juneau, AK
Join our Youth Navigators program for a Wayfinders Retreat! The retreat is for youth (8th-12th grade) who reside in and attend school in Juneau, AK and on Prince of Wales Island, AK.
Youth will learn important social, cultural and resilience skills through engaging and interactive activities.
This is a great opportunity for learning, growth and connection so apply today!
Application Deadline: May 31, 2024
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Save the Date: Men's Wellness & Healing Gathering |
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Dates: August 14-16, 2024
Time: TBD
Location: Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall
(320 W. Willoughby Ave ∙ Juneau, AK)
Registration: Coming Soon!
The Men’s Wellness & Healing Gathering is focused on creating space to address unique issues faced by men such as:
- Expressing emotions in a healthy way
- Understanding mental health and substance use issues
- How to ask for help
- Recognize you are not alone
Emcees include David Evenson & Gene Tagaban. Breakfast & lunch will be provided daily. Stay tuned for registration, we hope you will join us!
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April 26 | Summer Youth Employment Services |
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The application period for the Youth Employment Services (YES) program closes on April 26! The summer YES program will run June 10-August 30 and helps students discover career/education pathways, develop employment skills, learn more about tribal operations, and improve self-sufficiency. Employment positions will be available with host employers throughout Southeast Alaska.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be 14-21 (Student) or 16-24 (Non-Student)
- Must be enrolled with Tlingit & Haida
- Must meet income requirements
- Must reside in Southeast Alaska
Application Deadline: April 26, 2024
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May 6 | Haa Yoo X'atángi Kúdi Lingít Language Nest Enrollment
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Tlingit & Haida’s Haa Yoo X’atángi Kúdi Lingít language immersion nest is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year.
Haa Yoo X’atángi Kúdi is a State of Alaska licensed child care program that serves children three to five (3-5) years of age in Juneau, Alaska. The focus of the language immersion nest is to teach cultural, social and academic content using only the Lingít language as the medium for instruction.
In-person learning will be held Tuesday-Thursday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm starting in late August 2024 and running through May 2025. Space is limited so apply soon if you are interested in enrolling your preschooler.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Child must be 3-5 years of age.
- Child must be enrolled or eligible to be enrolled with Tlingit & Haida.
Priority is given to children who are enrolled tribal citizens of Tlingit & Haida or descendants of enrolled tribal citizens, and children with a background in the Lingít language.
Application Deadline: May 6, 2024
To be considered for admission, a completed application and immunization records must be received by May 6th.
If you have questions regarding enrollment or would like more information, please contact Haa Yoo X’atángi Kúdi’s language immersion instructors at HaaKudi@tlingitandhaida.gov.
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Tlingit & Haida's Mission
“Preserve our sovereignty, enhance our economic and cultural resources, and promote
self-sufficiency and self-governance for our citizens.”
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