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Elders and Youth playing ‘Maq’; teaching the traditional value of humor
Oct. 17th-19th, 2011
Dena’ina Civic & Convention Center
Anchorage, Alaska
Celebrate Alaska Native intellect. Encourage young people and Elders to attend the 28th First Alaskans Institute Elders & Youth Conference Oct. 17th-19th, 2011, in Anchorage. The conference stimulates dialogue between young people and Elders and encourages them to maintain traditional Native values and practices while thriving in the modern world.
To download the 2011 Elders & Youth Conference Report,CLICK HERE.
To view photos of the 2011 Elders & Youth Conference,CLICK HERE.
To download the 2011 Elders & Youth Conference Guide,CLICK HERE.
All registration for the conference will be done online again this year.
Online registration closed on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011. On-site registration will be available Sunday, Oct. 16 from 3pm – 5pm and Monday and Tuesday, Oct 17th-18th, at the Dena’ina Civic & Convention Center.
Having Problems with Registration? Here are our FAQs:
Registration Fees
The First Alaskans Institute and Alaska Native Professional Association invite your organization to participate in the 2011 Elders & Youth Opportunities Expo.
The registration fee is $800 per table, which covers:
Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis- please secure your booth early. Registration has closed. If you have any questions, please contact Bridget McCleskey, Opportunities Expo Coordinator, at 907-694-5321 or via email at [email protected].
First Alaskans Institute welcomes and appreciates any help that our community members are able to provide.
Thank you to all who submitted proposals. The deadline for submission has closed.
Thank you to all who submitted proposals. The deadline for submission has closed.
This Call for Alaska Native Language Speakers is to ensure that this happens in the positive, engaging, interactive, and fun atmosphere of the annual Elders & Youth Conference. We are looking for persons or organizations wishing to facilitate a two hour language session featuring the actual learning of Alaska Native languages, thru language speaking, songs & dances, and/or innovative interactions such as games and activities. We are looking for at least one language speaker per region to lead these important sessions.
Please note the following:
The submission deadline was Monday, October 10, 2011.
Thank you to all who submitted bids. The deadline for submission has closed.
Thank you to all who submitted resolutions. The deadline for submission has closed.
A special thank you to our 2011 Elders & Youth Conference Sponsors.
Association of Alaska School Boards
Chugach Alaska Corporation
Doyon Limited
Ilisagvik College
Kennecott
Pioneer Natural Resources Alaska, Inc.
Looking for Lodging? Click here for the 2011 Hotel Matrix, courtesy of the Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Alaska Federation of Natives Annual Convention October 20th-22nd
For information on the Main AFN Convention, Arts and Crafts tables, Quyana Tickets, and Banquet Tables, contact AFN at www.nativefederation.org.
For more information contact:
First Alaskans Institute
606 E Street, Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 677-1700 phone
(907) 677-1780 fax
[email protected]
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2011 Final Guide Description: 2011 Elders & Youth Conference Guide |
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2011 Hotel Matrix Description: 2011 Elders & Youth Conference and AFN Convention Hotel Matrix. Courtesy of the Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau. |
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2011 Sponsor Form Description: 2011 Sponsor Form |
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2011 Volunteer Form Description: 2011 Elders & Youth Conference Volunteer Form. |
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Expo Registration Description: Expo Registration |
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Presentation Bios Description: 2011 Presentations Speakers Bios and Photos |
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