Edward Alexander

Edward Alexander is Co-Chair of Gwich’in Council International and Head of Delegation to the Senior Arctic Officials, Conservation of Arctic Flora and Fauna and Emergency Prevention, Preparedness, and Response working groups. He has served in a variety of leadership roles over the past twenty years, including as the 2nd Chief of the Gwichyaa Zhee Gwich’in. He loves to be on the land in Gwich’in country, fishing, hunting, and exploring cultural sites. 

Edward has a Master’s Degree in Secondary Education, and fought wildland fire for 8 seasons to put himself through university. He worked as a secondary teacher, principal, in administration, and at the University of Alaska Fairbanks managing the Yukon Flats Campus. He also served as the Education Director for the Tanana Chiefs Conference, which works for 37 Federally Recognized Tribes. He is active on many boards and committees primarily focused on issues of Gwich’in language revitalization, education, and social and environmental justice.