Mother, Teacher, Political Activist, Alaska Native Advocate Katie John stands as a symbol of resilience, advocacy, and the fight for Indigenous rights and environmental conservation in Alaska. Born in 1915 near the headwaters of the Upper Copper River, Katie John, an Ahtna Athabaskan leader, was more than just an advocate—she was the matriarch to a large family, with over 250 …

Mother, Humanitarian, and Champion of Change Elizabeth Peratrovich of the Tlingit Raven Moiety and the Lukaax.ádi clan stands as a beacon of courage and determination. Born in Petersburg, Alaska, to a Tlingit family and later adopted, Elizabeth became much more than just an activist; she was a devoted mother who deeply cared about her community and its future. Her path …