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Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)

Federally recognized · Alaska
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At a glance

The basics about Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik). Facts we cannot confirm yet are left out, not guessed.

  • Land and area

    Tribal office
    P.O. Box 7079 Diomede, Alaska 99762
    Region
    BIA Alaska Region, Alaska Regional Office
  • Government

    President Samantha Ozenna

    Elected
    October 1, 2024
    Next election
    October 31, 2024
    Recognition
    Federally recognized
    Main line
    (907) 686-2175

About Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)

Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) is a federally recognized tribe in Alaska. The current President is Samantha Ozenna. Members can find help with housing, scholarships, child care and government services through the offices on record for Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik).

Last checked October 29, 2026.

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Help available near Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)

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Rules and amounts change. Check with the office.

Services and departments

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Indian Health Service facilities in Alaska

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Nearby Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)

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Other Nations nearby

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Quick facts

State
Alaska

Leadership

  • Samantha Ozenna
    President

From the BIA Tribal Leaders Directory · last checked Oct 2, 2026

Contact

Main office

Address
P.O. Box 7079 Diomede, Alaska 99762
Phone
(907) 686-2175
BIA agency
Alaska Regional Office
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Departments

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From the Nation's website, official program lists and the BIA Tribal Leaders Directory · last checked Oct 29, 2026

Recognition and region

Name
Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)
Recognition status
Federally recognized (listed in the Federal Register notice of January 30, 2026)
BIA region
Alaska

Quick answers

Short answers drawn from the verified facts on this page. A question is shown only when we have a verified answer.

Who is the current leader of Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)?
The current President of Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) is Samantha Ozenna.
Where is Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) located?
Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) is located in Alaska. Its BIA region is Alaska.
Is Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) federally recognized?
Yes. Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) is a federally recognized tribe.
What is the official website of Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)?
The official website of Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) is kawerak.org/our-region/diomede.
What help is available near Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)?
Local offices on record for Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik): Housing help, Financial aid and scholarships, Child care and early learning and Government offices. Rules and amounts change. Check with the office.
What is near Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik)?
Listed near Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik): 224 other Tribal Nations in Alaska.
Where does Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) post online?
Native Village of Diomede (aka Inalik) has official pages on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Recognition status history

  1. Federally recognized · listed in the Federal Register notice of January 30, 2026

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