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Skiku is a statewide program in Alaska dedicated to promoting cross-country skiing and related sports among communities, particularly in Northwest Alaska. By partnering with school districts and local organizations, they aim to enhance health and recreation opportunities for residents through skiing, biathlon, and summer running activities. Serving over 40 communities from Anchorage to remote villages like Bethel, Nome, and Kotzebue, Skiku combines the Iupiaq word for ice ("siku") with the sport of skiing. The organization actively manages volunteer coaches and collaborations to foster competitive sports and healthy lifestyles across the state. Generated from the website

The Indigenous Peoples Council for Marine Mammals (IPCoMM) is a nonprofit Alaska Native organization comprised of 15 members dedicated to the co-management of marine resources in Alaska. Since its inception in 1997, IPCoMM has partnered with federal agencies, scientists, and tribes to advocate for the protection of marine mammal species and the preservation of Alaska Native ways of life. IPCoMM plays a crucial role in facilitating co-management agreements that involve conservation, harvest reporting, and public engagement, ensuring that traditional knowledge holders and hunters are connected with agency managers and scientists. The organization focuses on key marine species, including bowhead and beluga whales, Pacific walrus, and ice seals, which are central to the indigenous way of life in Alaska. Generated from the website

See Stories is an Alaskan 501 c nonprofit organization that aims to build inclusive communities through film and storytelling. Their mission is to provide diverse Alaskans and youth with the necessary media skills to create stories that better represent their experiences in Alaska. They offer documentary film and podcast workshops for teenagers, empower teachers to lead multimedia projects in their classrooms, and share student-produced media with the public to foster a more inclusive Alaskan story and community. With a focus on reaching out to educators and students, See Stories has engaged over 130 Alaskan educators and reached over 6,450 students through their workshops. They also offer various workshops and courses, such as Multicultural Studies for Alaska Teachers and Podcasting Digital Storytelling as Culturally Responsive Teaching Tools, to further enhance the skills and knowledge of educators in Alaska. Through their efforts, See Stories aims to create connections and understanding among Alaskans by empowering them to share their stories and perspectives.Generated from the website