Welcome to Denakkanaaga
About Denakkanaaga
Denakkanaaga, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that serves as the voice for Native Elders in the Doyon, Limited and Tanana Chiefs Conference regions of Interior Alaska.
Denakkanaaga is a Koyukon-Athabascan word which means “Our People Speak”.
As Native Elders speak out on social and cultural issues, passing on their traditions, language, skills, stories and values, Denakkanaaga acts on their behalf by following up on directives set forth by them.
Denakkanaaga is a Koyukon-Athabascan word which means “Our People Speak”.
As Native Elders speak out on social and cultural issues, passing on their traditions, language, skills, stories and values, Denakkanaaga acts on their behalf by following up on directives set forth by them.
2021 Denakkanaaga Elders and Youth Conference and Annual Meeting
The annual Denakkanaaga Elders and Youth Conference will take place on June 8 and 9, 2021
on a virtual basis for those wishing to participate on a remote basis, and in-person for delegates
only at the David Salmon Tribal Hall in Fairbanks. The Denakkanaaga Annual Meeting will
immediately follow the conference on June 10, 2021.
The conference theme is “Becoming Resilient and Speaking Out: On the Journey to Wellness.”
This reflects the ongoing discussion Denakkanaaga has had at its recent conferences on healing
from generational trauma. This summer’s conference will focus on men’s healing, as well as
other important issues facing elders and youth.
This year two elders will be elected to the Denakkanaaga Board of Directors for the Yukon-
Tanana and Kuskokwim subregions, both for three-year terms. Youth delegates will also elect a
youth representative to the Denakkanaaga board for a one-year term.
For more information on the conference or annual meeting, please contact Denakkanaaga at
907-451-3900.
on a virtual basis for those wishing to participate on a remote basis, and in-person for delegates
only at the David Salmon Tribal Hall in Fairbanks. The Denakkanaaga Annual Meeting will
immediately follow the conference on June 10, 2021.
The conference theme is “Becoming Resilient and Speaking Out: On the Journey to Wellness.”
This reflects the ongoing discussion Denakkanaaga has had at its recent conferences on healing
from generational trauma. This summer’s conference will focus on men’s healing, as well as
other important issues facing elders and youth.
This year two elders will be elected to the Denakkanaaga Board of Directors for the Yukon-
Tanana and Kuskokwim subregions, both for three-year terms. Youth delegates will also elect a
youth representative to the Denakkanaaga board for a one-year term.
For more information on the conference or annual meeting, please contact Denakkanaaga at
907-451-3900.
Denakkanaaga Collaborates with Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
and Tanana Chiefs Conference to Provide Cultural Programs.
Denakkanaaga is pleased to collaborate with the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
and Tanana Chiefs Conference on online cultural programs. Each month programs will be presented centered on seasonal themes and feature respected elders and leaders from the Native community.
The programs will take place on the Morris Thompson Center’s website and can also be accessed on the Denakkanaaga website. Please see past programs below and check back on upcoming programs.
and Tanana Chiefs Conference on online cultural programs. Each month programs will be presented centered on seasonal themes and feature respected elders and leaders from the Native community.
The programs will take place on the Morris Thompson Center’s website and can also be accessed on the Denakkanaaga website. Please see past programs below and check back on upcoming programs.
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COVID-19 Precautions
During these challenging times Denakkanaaga encourages everyone to adhere to guidelines regarding COVID-19 precautions. Please remember to wash hands frequently, practice social distancing and most importantly, wear a mask.
Due to the pandemic Denakkanaaga has cancelled all gatherings and classes at its Fairbanks office.
During these challenging times Denakkanaaga encourages everyone to adhere to guidelines regarding COVID-19 precautions. Please remember to wash hands frequently, practice social distancing and most importantly, wear a mask.
Due to the pandemic Denakkanaaga has cancelled all gatherings and classes at its Fairbanks office.
Donald Honea, Sr.
Regional
1st Traditional Chief
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Trimble Gilbert
Regional
2nd Traditional Chief
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Beaded Denakkanaaga Sign
by Founding Member Poldine Carlo
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