Social Justice
We choose action
We are turning words into action by dedicating nearly $500,000 to take on systemic racism in Alaska.
In a moment of national agony, family’s values guide us
We know there is no easy solution when talking about racism and inequity. But this is an issue we will continue to address.
Enough. We all can do better.
The pain and, yes, outrage that is pouring out of the Black community and its allies is the result of hundreds of years of being marginalized in systemic ways.
Remembering Bill Tsurnos: ‘Builder of men’ committed to powerful and meaningful change
Note: Bill Tsurnos came to Alaska in 2007 to help Cook Inlet Tribal Council start Chanlyut Enterprises Inc., a recovery and prison reentry program that offers men a new beginning away from self-destructive behavior. He ran the program until his death on Oct.
Media Mentions
- Alaska Journal | Movers and Shakers for Feb. 28 February 25
- People in the News (02/21/2021): appointments, promotions, obituaries | News | PND February 23
- Finding activism through art: A Q&A with Tlingit illustrator Michaela Goade February 23
- Apartment giant Weidner teams with Rasmuson Foundation to buy properties adjacent to Brother Francis Shelter for new ‘resource hub’ - Anchorage Daily News February 23