COMPASSION
Though the environment is harsh and cold, our ancestors learned to live with warmth, kindness, caring and compassion.
AVOIDANCE OF CONFLICT
The Iñupiaq way is to think positive, act positive, speak positive and live positive.
LOVE AND RESECT FOR OUR ELDERS AND ONE ANOTHER
Our Elders model our traditions and ways of being. They are a light of hope to younger generations. May we treat each other as our Elders have taught us.
FAMILY AND KINSHIP
As Iñupiaq people we believe in knowing who we are and how we are related to one another. Our families bind us together.
KNOWLEDGE OF LANGUAGE
“With our language we have an identity. It helps us to find out who we are in our mind and in our heart.” Lee Barger, 1986 Iñupiat Language Convention.
HUNTING TRADITIONS
Reverence for the land, sea and animals is the foundation of our hunting traditions.
RESPECT FOR NATURE
Our Creator gave us the gift of our surroundings. Those before us placed ultimate importance on respecting this magnificent gift for their future generations.
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