The Traditional Foods Security program supports initiatives to reduce the reliance on the food systems of the continental United States through the promotion of Indigenous food sovereignty. The program encourages self-sufficiency by removing barriers between traditional foods and tribal citizens and reviving the skills that have supported communities since time immemorial. Efforts include the collection of traditional knowledge, hosting hands-on demonstrations, supporting youth with holistic harvesting practices, educating tribal citizens on how traditional foods impact our culture, providing crucial safety training in rural communities, and managing a Tribe-wide food distribution program.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must provide proof of tribal citizenship to receive traditional foods during community distributions.
Application Process
Registration for food distributions is coordinated in partnership with local Tlingit & Haida Community Councils.