Chugach Region Climate Advisory Council - April 24, 2026
Join the Chugach Region Climate Advisory Council
Chugachmiut and the Chugach Regional Resources Commission invite interested Elders from communities across the Chugach Region to join the Chugach Region Climate Advisory Council. We are seeking Elder representatives from: Port Graham, Nanwalek, Seward, Valdez, Chenega, Tatitlek, and Cordova.
Purpose of the Council
The Climate Advisory Council will help guide regional climate work by sharing knowledge, experiences, and observations about environmental changes across the Chugach Region.
Council goals include:
- Identifying Climate Priorities – Elders will help document current and historical climate impacts through knowledge sharing, stories, and observations. Participation opportunities may include Elder Tea gatherings, Zoom meetings, and trainings focused on environmental changes in local communities and throughout the region.
- Developing a Regional Strategic Plan – The Council will help shape a regional climate strategic plan based on priorities identified for each tribe, supporting future climate resilience and climate change initiatives across the Chugach Region.
Interested in Participating?
Please contact Beks Rumley or Angelina Roehl to complete the required paperwork for participation in Elder Tea gatherings, Zoom meetings, or trainings.
Beks Rumley
Climate Change Coordinator
Chugach Regional Resources Commission
beks@crrcalaska.org
Angelina Roehl
Cultural Heritage & Climate Justice Manager
Chugachmiut
Angelina@Chugachmiut.org
907-334-0119
Please respond by May 22, 2026.
