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From Public Land Sales to Roadless Rule: SEACC’s Fight for the Tongass

When conservation threats evolve quickly grassroots organizations need funding that moves just as fast. The Southeast Alaska Conservation Council (SEACC) exemplifies this reality, demonstrating how critical rapid funding becomes when federal policy shifts overnight. Just two weeks ago, SEACC applied for urgent funding to oppose the proposed public lands sell-off buried in federal budget reconciliation […]

Reflections from the Alaska Conference on Mining Impacts and Prevention

Photo credit: Emily Sullivan Nearly 200 people gathered in Girdwood to share and learn new knowledge and skills, build new relationships, strengthen existing networks, and explore how the topic of consent applies to proposed hardrock mining projects in Alaska. From May 6-8, 2025, Alaska Conservation Foundation brought together Indigenous leaders, community advocates, and environmental experts […]

Reflections from the 4th Arctic Youth Ambassadors Cohort: Resilience, Leadership, and Protecting the Arctic

In Alaska, many villages, especially those off the road system, are grappling with the far-reaching effects of climate change, including erosion, wildfires, flooding, and thawing permafrost. These challenges are felt most acutely by Alaska Native communities, whose traditional ways of life—closely tied to the land and water—are increasingly threatened. In Rampart, a remote village of […]

Investing in Youth Leadership: The Arctic Youth Ambassadors Program Update

Investing in youth leadership is crucial for addressing climate change and fostering resilient communities for generations to come. Alaska Conservation Foundation understands the importance of empowering young individuals to tackle environmental challenges, which is why we host the Arctic Youth Ambassadors (AYA) program. This initiative not only raises awareness but also empowers young leaders who […]