Iñuuniaqatiunik Ikayuutiłiq
Every Iñupiaq of the Northwest Arctic tribes is responsible to all other Iñupiat for the
survival of our cultural values and traditions. We are connected to each other through our
cultural spirit handed down to us through our teachings and values. We are responsible for
the survival of our tribes as a distinct Iñupiat group. We must make sure that our tribal
leaders are working for the well-being of our entire tribe.
y y Elders should be the key leaders in each village and in the region.
y y Each Elders Council will designate elder representatives for each
organization.
y y Elders will support designation of youth representatives to each
organization.
y y Elders should be asked for advice by each organization in the
village.
y y Each village will hold a community meeting with all organizations,
at least quarterly.
y y Elders will work to make sure all organizations are united.
y y Elders will provide wisdom, knowledge and advice.
y y Elders must be respected role models.
y y Elders will set the example for wellness.
y y Councils will monitor the amount of drugs/alcohol coming into
the village and ask for assistance from other organizations if
necessary.
y y Elders will provide guidance about illegal alcohol and drugs.
37
IÑUPIAT ILITQUSIAT
IÑUPIAT ILITQUSIAT
38