The Alaska Federation of Natives is partnering with the National Congress of American Indians to sponsor an essay contest open to all Native thinkers.UPDATE: (Oct. 22, 2009)During the its October convention in Anchorage, Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) President Julie Kitka announced the names of seven Native Insight Competition winners, who will receive $10,000 each.Winning Essays (PDF)Among the winners included:ALASKA
- Harold Frank Jr, "Renewing Our Future". Central Council Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribe of Alaska. Ellensburg, Wash.
- Methanie Ongtooguk, "America and the Whale: Strengthened Economy through Smaller Community". Kotzebue/Fairbanks. Fairbanks, Alaska.
- Charles W. Ralston, "Alaska Native Corporations Can Provide International Benefits Through Marketing Carbon Offset". Nulato Tribal Council (Nulato, AK) and Doyon Ltd. (Fairbanks,AK). Arcata, Calif.
Suzanna Caldwell, APRN - Anchorage Download Audio (MP3)