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About the Event
The first Alaska Tribal Public Health Summit aims to bring together Tribal leaders and staff from across the state to work on creative, collaborative solutions in a changing public health landscape. The focus is on Alaska Native public health.
Event Dates: February 18-19, 2026
Sign up for weekly summit updates at tribalpublichealthsummit@anthc.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be an option to attend virtually?
No; this is an in-person event only
Can I bring my kiddos?
This event is designed for adults. Infants are welcome to support breastfeeding, but please leave children ages 2 and older at home.
What if the rooms are too hot or too cold?
This is a common problem in large spaces with a large number of people! Please plan to dress in layers so you can stay comfortable.
I have dietary restrictions. Will there be something I can eat?
We aim to offer a wide variety of nutritious foods at our event. This includes vegetarian and gluten free options. However, please plan to be flexible with your meal planning in the event we can’t meet your needs.
Will there be a Lost and Found?
Did you lose an item? E-mail details to the Planning Committee, and one of the team members will get back to you.
Did you find an item? Please drop off the item at the registration desk.
How do I contact the conference organizers?
To contact the conference organizers, please email tribalpublichealthsummit@anthc.org.
Travel and Lodging
Hotel Block Information:
Reserve your room at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa under our discounted group rate for $229 + tax/night. The last day to book is February 2, 2026.
The Sheraton uses QR codes for parking. Prepare to scan a QR code in the parking lot and pay for parking using a smartphone or other smart device.
- Start Date: February 17, 2026
- End Date: February 20, 2026
If there is another party (employer, family/friend, etc.) designated to pay for your accommodation, a credit card authorization form must be completed to facilitate this process. To ensure a smooth transaction and to avoid any inconveniences upon your arrival, we kindly request you reach out to the Sales team via phone 907-343-3118 prior to your check-in date.
Hotel Address:
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa
401 E 6th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
Summit Advisory Committee
- Lisa Wade | Executive Officer, Chickaloon Village Traditional Council
- Alberta Unok | President/CEO, Alaska Native Health Board
- Daniel Hartman | Medical Director of Specialty Services, Southcentral Foundation
- Dr. Joseph Klejka | Medical Director, Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation
- Annette Marley, Healthy Alaskans Co-Chair, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
- Chris Dankmeyer | Environmental Health Manager, Maniilaq Health Center
- Dana Diehl | Director of Wellness and Prevention, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Conference Agenda
The full conference agenda detailing the session type, abstract, and presenters can be found by following the link below.