Cultural Tourism Internship & Ambassador Program
Our Cultural Tourism Internship Program provides meaningful employment to Alaska Native youth while connecting them to their cultural heritage. Through this intergenerational and culturally responsive program, interns are offered opportunities to learn from elders and Master Artists, participate in cultural activities, and gain valuable workforce development skills.
Indigenous Awareness Workshops
ANHC's Indigenous Awareness Workshops (IAW's) are based on the premise that all Alaskans can and must learn to live and work together through a focus on our Indigenous peoples and land. Workshops are intended to allow individuals and groups to expand their understanding of Alaska's diverse Native people, cultures, languages, art, and regions and can be tailored to meet your organization's specific needs.
Call 907-330-8000 to learn more about how an IAW can benefit you and your business and to speak with an ANHC staff member about pricing, or email [email protected] for more information!
School Visits
Our field trips give students an introduction to Alaska Native cultures through interactions with staff, village site tours, educational films, dancing, drumming, storytelling, and more!
Shavilas
"Rainbow"
IN DENA'INA
Our Shavilas bring dance, games, and storytelling to schools to share the diversity of Alaska's Native Cultures.
Eglertuq
"To be in motion"
IN YUP'IK
This program uses a traditional healing approach to address social determinants of health within communities of Alaska Native/Native American women. Eglertug has an established network of culture bearers and community organizations to provide culturally supportive services through renewed interest in culture and art.
The Eglertuq Program is funded through Alaska Native Women’s Resource Center, Family Violence Prevention & Services Support for survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.
Tin Hoozoonh
"The trail is good"
IN KOYUKON
This program offers a unique apprenticeship experience combining on-the-job training with professional and cultural development opportunities. The goal is to increase educational work opportunities while instilling cultural and professional strength for participants through workshops and apprenticeship placements.
Tin Hoozoonh is funded through a grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services via the Administration for Native Americans in their Social and Economic Development Strategies program.
Tiamuna
"Future"
IN IÑUPIAQ
Through Tiamuna, Alaska Native and American Indian K-12 Anchorage students can enhance their cultural enrichment and educational opportunities with their families. This program provides youth and families educational and extra-curricular activities while removing accessibility barriers that would have otherwise prohibited opportunities to participate. For additional information, please visit the Tiamuna website. The Tiamuna Program is funded through a grant from the US Dept of Education through its Office of Indian Education via the Accessing Choices in Education Program.
Unguwat
"Coming together for a purpose"
IN SUGPIAQ
Our Unguwat: Resilience & Connections Program provides wellness-centered experiences for young adults ages 18-24 within the village of Anchorage to combat suicide and substance misuse amongst Alaska Natives and American Indians. The Unguwat: Resilience & Connections Program is funded under the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Native Connections grant.
Ilakucaraq
"To bring everyone together"
IN YUP'IK
In partnership with the Alaska Humanities Forum, this program provides cultural connections between rural and urban Alaska Native youth, programming at Mt. Edgecumbe High School, and Indigenous Awareness Workshops for educators in Alaska. The growth of this program has expanded into providing opportunities for educators and new and incoming educators to learn culturally appropriate responses and ways of teaching Alaska Native youth.
Utuqqanaatmiñ
"From our Elders"
IN IÑUPIAQ
This partnership with the Alaska Art Alliance supports Alaska Native men experiencing homelessness reconnect with their authentic selves through the healing power of arts and culture. Program participants connect to the power of their culture while gaining opportunities for business and art sales development.
