Ił.isimałiq Ił.agiił.iġmik
To have family whom you love and who love you is important to an Iñupiaq. Our life is
richer if we know who our relatives are and can stay in contact with them.
y y Elders will encourage healthy families based on Christian
marriage and acceptance of family responsibilities.
y y Teach children their family tree and what you know about each
member.
y y Advise children to deal with their sexuality and the roles and
responsibility as parents.
y y Elders promote and encourage family time through family dinners
and family gatherings to teach knowledge of family tree.
y y Children should know about name sakes and the relationships
made from your Iñupiaq name. Parents at home teach their
relatives.
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