Alaska Policy Forums
After working to support the campaign of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in Alaska and organizing celebrations of their Inauguration, Alaskans for Biden-Harris is once again pivoting to host an ongoing series of Alaska Policy Forums highlighting critical issues to our state. We aim to build upon the incredible energy and momentum of the last few months and put it towards long-term progressive organizing here in Alaska.
The Inaugural Alaska Policy Forum: Climate and the Arctic
Thursday, Jan 21, at noon AKST
The first (or “inaugural”) forum will discuss climate and the Arctic. Panelists will discuss how Alaska can achieve a just transition to a prosperous economy and “build back better” by expanding green jobs and incorporating traditional knowledge.
Celebrate Inauguration Week with Alaskans for Biden-Harris!
View a PDF of the full schedule to share or take a look at the national Inauguration events schedule.
Alaska's Interfaith Kin-dom in the Kingdom, moving toward our Beloved Community
Sunday, January 17th, 430PM AKST
Join us for a multi-denominational celebration of faith and building back better our nation’s moral identity. Guests include Pastor Dr. Patricia Cones and others from Juneau, Fairbanks and Anchorage.
Alaska’s MLK Day Celebration of Diversity & Service
Monday, January 18th at 1PM AKST
Martin Luther King, Jr Day is a nationally-recognized Day of Service, and Alaskans are taking part. Join us to celebrate & honor our diverse communities and offer support to these organizations, including:
Best Beginnings, Camp Fire Alaska, and the
MLK Foundation of Alaska.
Alaska’s Creative Showcase
Tuesday, January 19th, 630pm
What does the Inauguration of Biden-Harris mean to you? Show off your creativity — or enjoy that of others — with a virtual program full of Alaska dance, poetry, painting, and/or oratory expressions! Click the button below for more information and to submit your video!
Nationwide Tribute to Remember and Honor the Lives Lost to COVID-19
Tuesday, January 19th at 1:30pm AKST
The National Presidential Inaugural Committee will host a memorial to remember and honor the lives lost to COVID-19 on January 19th in Washington, DC with a lighting around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and invites cities and towns around the country to join them in illuminating buildings and ringing church bells at 1:30pm AKST in a national moment of unity and remembrance.
Bacon, Eggs, & Building Back Better
Wednesday, January 20th at 6:30am AKST
Join us for an engaging forum on what “Building Back Better” means for Alaska and what role the last frontier will play in the Biden-Harris Administration. We need your help to make this a breakfast potluck for the ages! Submit your favorite recipes/dishes showcasing Alaskan ingredients, or Biden/Harris themed recipes, for a chance to be featured on the event menu.
Alaska Democratic Party Winter Auction and Inaugural Celebration
Friday, January 22nd at 6:00pm AKST
Get ready to celebrate the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris with the Alaska Democratic Party at their biggest fundraiser of the year! The auction theme this year is 'Save Our Stores' and they’re encouraging those who want to donate items this year to patronize local merchants, restaurants, and services to buy items, baskets, or gift cards.