Atux̂ Forever: Restoring Attuans’ Freedom

This project will support Atux̂ Forever's assessment of the management practices of U.S. federal agencies activities on traditional homelands. This project will pave the way for environmental remediation and justice for the Saskinax̂ am Alaiit Sovereign Nation.

Program Opportunity Statement (Recommended 300 words or less) The opportunity lies in leveraging social media tools and strategies to increase engagement, build relationships, and raise awareness about the reawakening of our sleeping language, contributing to the preservation and promotion of our Indigenous identity. The essence of this project lies in the belief that our projects lack depth without the inclusion of our Indigenous language. Our language plays a vital role in defining our identity. Despite our numerous projects centered around traditional stewardship and achieving federal recognition as a Nation, the absence of our language diminishes a significant part of our endeavors. Our language serves as a guiding force for all our projects, and their success is interconnected. Therefore, without our language, the success of our other initiatives is at risk.

The purpose of the grant is to further the goals of helping the Saskinax̂ for their past, present, and future generations.

Program Opportunity Statement (Recommended 300 words or less) The PNW Canoe Journey takes place every year and some of our board members suggested we attend the festivities in July. By building a kayak, we will be able to not just attend, but participate. This grant will allow us to not only build a traditional watercraft, but bring our local Attuan’s together and learn a traditional skill.

Travel Scholarship to attend NAFWS Annual Conference

Initiate conversation and community engagement to explore issues, challenges, and solutions to addressing preservation of Bering Sea marine resources.