Exercising governmental authority with a unified voice on behalf of its tribal members.
Serving the Gwich’in people of Fort Yukon, Alaska.
The mission of the Tribal Government is to exercise governmental authority to promote economic and social development, advocate and secure tribal rights, to secure tribal lands, to enhance educational opportunities and to protect traditional cultural values with a unified voice on behalf of its tribal members.
The Tribal Government was established under the Indian Reorganization Act in 1939 and continues to serve the tribal members through a variety of federal, state, and privately funded programs.
Education & Employment
The Education & Employment office administers higher education scholarships, Adult Vocational Training (AVT) scholarships, Direct Employment, and GED testing services.
Community Services
GZGTG oversees Brownfield cleanup, backhaul of vehicles and white goods, community cleanup and recycling efforts, as well as the administration of Restricted Native Allotments, Wills, and Probates.
Family Services
The Elder Program administers the Nutrition Program for the Elderly. Each weekday a hot lunch is served to those of retirement age or older. For those elders unable to get to the dining room the Elder Program will provide transportation to and from the tribal office.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Phone
(907) 662-2581