SAVE THE DATE
THE 2025 ANNUAL AFN CONVENTION WILL BE ON
OCTOBER 16-18, 2025 IN ANCHORAGE, AK
AFN's Mission: Enhancing and promoting the cultural, economic and political voice of the Alaska Native community.
The largest statewide Native organization in Alaska, AFN represents more than 140,000 Native peoples – about one out of every five Alaskans. Formed in 1966 to settle land claims, AFN continues to be the principal forum and voice of Alaska Natives in addressing critical issues of public policy and government.
Understanding the Subsistence Framework in Alaska
AFN News + Updates
AFN Engages with Federal Leadership for Empowerment and Collaboration
2025 AFN Convention Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
2025 AFN Convention Theme & Keynote Announcement
Good News on U.S. v. Alaska
Navigator Program Update
U.S. Attorney’s Office for Alaska-Update on DOJ Operations
AFN Calls on Legislators and Governor to Prioritize Education Funding
Supporting the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment ExtensionAct
Alaska Federation of Natives Welcomes back TCC and T&H
AFN Supports Bill to Designate Subsistence Representation on the Board of Fisheries
federally recognized tribes
village corporations
regional corporations
regional nonprofit & tribal consortiums
Convention
The AFN Convention is the largest representative annual gathering in the United States of any Native peoples.
Each year, the AFN Convention draws some 6,000 attendees. The proceedings are broadcast live statewide, and webcast to 70 countries worldwide.
Policy Priorities
Our Native people have a distinct trust relationship with the Federal Government and a unique relationship with the State of Alaska.
We foster ongoing dialogue with our representatives and administration officials to advocate for fair and appropriate policies.
Resources
Learn more about the regional and service organizations, and elected officials who make a difference in our peoples' lives.
Raise your voice and help inform our representatives about our priorities, and please let us know if you have a resource or opportunity to share.