Committee

Research and Publication Committee

PURPOSE:

Aid Tribal fish and wildlife professionals navigate, pursue and apply the different aspects of contemporary research related issues including research guidance, data sovereignty, professional growth, funding, publications and academia involvement.

“We have been having a lot of discussions around research in Indian Country, including TEK, authorship, IRBs, data ownership/protection, etc.  We are also seeing an increase in requests from members asking for assistance accessing scientific literature.  There are several NAFWS members with expertise in each of these areas and a desire to work on each…” 

Julie Thorstenson, PhD

COMMITTEE HISTORY

The Native American Fish & Wildlife Society recognizes the discussions and concerns regarding research on and about Tribal lands, resources and people. In December 2021, the NAFWS approved the creation of the Research and Publication Committee to aid in providing assistance in navigating research, authorship, data sovereignty, research impact and resources.

Publication

Learn about our new project, From the Field -Elevating Indigenous Voices. This bulletin is an exciting new publishing opportunity which will provide a platform for Tribes to share their work, perspectives, and values in a space that honors Indigenous voices. 

NEXT MEETING(S):

2024 meeting times will be announced soon!

COMMITTEE CONTACTS:

  • Hannah Golden, NAFWS Fish & Wildlife Biologist

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MEETING NOTES

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NAFWS Resources

NAFWS Tribal Research GuideNAFWS Tribal Research Guide
NAFWS Tribal Research GuideNAFWS Tribal Research Guide

More Research Resources

Research I Scientific Writing Made Easy
Research | U.S. Forest Service Tribal Relations
Research I Department of Energy - Guide to Working with Tribal Nations
Research I Tribal Climate Change Guide
Research I US Department of Ag Resource Guide for American Indians and Alaska Natives

Projects

Tribal Involvement In State Wildlife Action Plans

State Wildlife Action Plans identified 12,000 species of greatest conservation need and estimated that $1.3 billion dollars is needed annually to implement the plans. However, in most states, there is a lack of Tribal engagement in the development and implementation of these plans.

Alaska Tribal Climate Resilience

In partnership with the Alaska Climate Adaptation and Science Center‘s (AK CASC) Alaska Tribal Resilience Learning Network (AK TRLN), NAFWS is working to support Alaska Native Tribes to address management and adaptation needs as they adapt to the current and future impacts of climate change.