Discusses the early years of Russian occupation and education on Kodiak Island, and the suppression of language and culture by the American education system.
Indigenous Affairs, no. 1-2, Development and Customary Law, 2010, pp. 76-83
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Discusses the adoption of United Nations Declaration on of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and self-determination.
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Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 45, no. 1, 2006, pp. 17-34
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Looks at the assimilation practices carried out during the first twenty years of government control of Alaska Natives' education and the devastating changes caused to Inupiat communities.
Discusses the Department of Fisheries and Oceans role in the ongoing stewardship of northern aquatic resources; the emerging development opportunities; and the consequences of climate change and economic development for wildlife in the North, including fish and their habitat.
Focuses on four areas: strengthening Tribal control; investing in cultural and language revitalization; hiring Native American staff and administrators, and promoting interagency coordination.