We are Native Village of eyak
The Native Village of Eyak is an Alaska Native Village mostly comprised of four distinct Alaska Native peoples (Eyak, Chugach Region People, Tlingit, and Athabaskan) who are organized together as a federally recognized tribe. The area has always been a place known for trading, and traditionally the Eyak people acted as middlemen for the traders. These have always been abundant lands and waters both for personal and commercial use through trading. Our traditional lands follow the boundaries set under ANCSA in 1971 and stretch across the Copper River Delta and Prince William Sound to encompass Middleton Island. There are many historical village sites across our lands, with the last traditional village annexed into the City of Cordova in the early 1900’s. Today, ancient grave sites, longhouse remnants and culturally altered vegetation attest to the rich history of our homelands. NVE supports the revitalization of our traditional languages and culture through annual events and heritage preservation which includes subsistence activities, skin sewing, weaving and beading as well as exercising our sovereign rights to self-governance through self-determination.
Today, NVE serves as the central Tribal government for Native Village of Eyak citizens, carrying forward our responsibility to protect our people, uphold our sovereignty, and strengthen the future of our community. Guided by our ancestors and supported by the resilience of our Tribal Members, we work to advance self-determination through culturally grounded programs, strong governance, and a commitment to healing, stewardship, and opportunity.
NVE provides a wide range of services that support Tribal citizens across all stages of life – including healthcare, cultural revitalization, education, social services, subsistence and food sovereignty initiatives, environmental stewardship, and community development. Through these efforts, we honor the past while building systems that reflect the needs, priorities, and values of our people today.
As a Tribal Nation, our work is rooted in connection: to the land, to one another, and to the generations still to come. We invite you to learn more about who we are, what we stand for, and the vision we carry forward together.
Our Mission
Native Village of Eyak is dedicated to exercising our sovereignty to enhance the well-being of our people, culture, and homelands.
Our Vision
To cultivate a resilient and thriving community where our people are healthy and empowered, our culture is alive, and we honor our lands and waters. Through our relationships, education, healing, and leadership, we uphold our sovereignty and empower current and future generations to sustain our way of life.
Our Values
Our Core Values – Respect, Humility, Accountability, Integrity, Kinship
Our Traditional Values – God, Loyalty, Humor, Cooperation, Teaching, Cultural Pride, Sharing, Disipline, Respect
