Success Stories

Advocating for Himself and Others

“I encourage others to ask, if you can; advocate for opportunities to become a better lawyer.” ANJC’s law clerkship provided a way for Geoffrey Bacon to gain experience while advocating for the people he serves.

Lifting a Burden

Bethel caseworkers Gertrude Peter and Andrew Steven handled roughly 70 to 80 CINA cases this fall; their calendars can often be booked with back-to-back hearings. And, until recently, they were on their own.

Taking a Walk “In Her Shoes”

ANJC’s interactive training provides staff with the lived experiences of survivors of abuse No one can find Legal Services. “It’s over there,” pointed out one …

Full Circle: Former Color of Justice Participant Returns to ANJC as Law Clerk

At 14, Sam Schimmel participated in the Color of Justice, a program that strives to get young people interested in careers in the legal field. …

Journey to Justice: A Law Clerk’s 10-Week Adventure at the Alaska Native Justice Center

Alaska doesn’t have a law school. Recruiting attorneys from the Lower 48 is difficult, and finding attorneys with experience in Alaska Native law is even …

Over $100,000 Raised During ANJC’s Voices for Justice Campaign

The funds will support ANJC’s mission of justice for all Alaskans Alaska Native Justice Center kicked off its 29th annual Voices for Justice fundraiser with …

Voices for Justice: Growing Native Leaders in the Field of Law

With new opportunities for law clerks and fellows, ANJC is equipping young legal minds with knowledge and experience in Native law   Alaska doesn’t have …

Against the Odds

Alaska Native people face long odds in the justice system—but with the help of ANJC, Toni Sanderson beat the statistics Toni Sanderson isn’t a statistic. …

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