Talk Of Alaska

Bunny Blackbird with her mother, Martina Dundas, a partial shareholder born after ANCSA was signed in 1971. Shee Atiká issues distributions to shareholders, funeral benefits, and scholarships. (Emily Kwong/KCAW photo) As the 50th anniversary of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act approaches, corporations, subsidiaries and shareholders in and outside the state are reflecting on the landmark legislation and how it’s evolved over time. Despite the successes, problems remain, including how younger generations of Alaska Natives will be included. In the final Talk of Alaska program in the ANCSA at 50 series, young leaders discuss their vision moving forward. Listen here: HOST: Adelyn Baxter GUESTS: Marina Anderson, Executive Director, Organized Village of Kasaan Andrea Gusty, CEO & President, The Kuskokwim Corporation LINKS & RESOURCES: ANCSA at 50 stories and conversations ANCSA at 50 on Talk of Alaska: Behind the history of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (Part