Annual Violence Policy Center study ranks the states by the rate of females killed by males in advance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October Washington, DC — Alaska ranks first in the nation in the rate of women murdered by men according to the most recent edition of the annual Violence Policy Center (VPC) study When […]
ANCHORAGE, AK – Wednesday, Alaska Native women leaders from across the state voiced their support for Senator Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) re-election. In making their endorsements, this coalition of leaders emphasized Murkowski’s ability to effectively represent a diverse range of priorities while respecting indigenous values. “I am grateful for the leadership of Senator Murkowski, and deeply […]
Washington, D.C. – Wednesday night, Alaska Congressman Don Young voted in support of the FY 2022 omnibus, which included reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Since its enactment, VAWA has provided comprehensive and cost-effective resources to fight domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Additionally, it provides vital support networks to assist survivors […]
Once again, I got “Shalaned.” This time was in a 55-mile multisport race held on snowmachine trails east of Fairbanks on March 5, 2022. Even though Shalane Frost started 15 minutes after I did and was on skis rather than the snow-bike I was riding, she passed me on the first big climb. Frost went […]