For sixty years, the Alaska Federation of Natives has united Alaska Native peoples in advocacy, leadership, and purpose. Our 2026 theme, Rooted in Land and Tradition, Rising in Our Voices, reflects both our foundation and our future. Grounded in the lands, waters, cultures, and traditions that have sustained our peoples since time immemorial, we come […]

This course is an introduction and overview of Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver Care Coordination role. This course is required for Care Coordination Certification and needs to be attended prior to taking Care Coordination Core Units offered by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services Senior and Disabilities Services. This five-hour interactive course […]

The Northwest Early Learning and Pyramid Summit brings together early childhood administrators, coaches, behavior specialists, educators, and state teams to strengthen foundational practices that support young children's healthy development. This Summit reflects the Northwest’s strong tradition of regional collaboration and practical learning. Participants engage in two days of professional development focused on evidence-based strategies for […]

Dominant societal culture promotes transitioning to adulthood at 18, with full independence as a sign of success. This independence is often marked by leaving home for secondary education, getting a job, or joining the military. Individuals needing support are deemed a “failure to launch”, thus increasing stigma for themselves and their families. Many individuals with […]

This session will explore the impact of grief and loss, death, separation, moves, and the two types of ambiguous loss: physical and psychological. Participants will learns specific tools to help families process through the grief and loss cycle to resolution and healing. Learning Objectives:  1. Learn the different types of grief 2. Explore how grief […]

This beginning basic training will present conflict resolution skills through experiential learning exercises and practice with the goal of helping Direct Service providers and community members to think about and make choices to reduce conflicts in work and everyday settings. This is an intensive, three-day learning experience which teaches interpersonal conflict resolution skills through a series […]

Register today for Alaska’s largest event for afterschool and youth development professionals! Join a network of over 150 peers from across the state to gain valuable tools, fresh ideas, and inspiration to strengthen your programs. Dive into dynamic workshops covering STEAM, social-emotional learning, cultural protective factors, and more. Register early to take advantage of discounted […]

A Culturally Infused Workshop on Suicide Prevention for Community Members “Be Sensitive, Be Brave for Suicide Prevention” infuses culture and diversity throughout a foundational workshop on suicide prevention. This free workshop teaches community members to act as eyes and ears for suicidal distress and to connect individuals to help.

The Pediatric Symposium brings together an exceptional lineup of local and nationally recognized experts, leaders who are shaping the future of pediatric care. As Alaska’s only pediatric-focused networking and Continuing Medical Education (CME) event, the Symposium serves as a dynamic hub for connection, collaboration, and professional growth. Designed for Alaska’s dedicated community of health care […]

SFA is a free interactive training focused on engaging families, programs, and communities in building five Protective Factors that help families succeed and thrive, even in the face of risk and challenges.