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Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)

Federally recognized · Alaska

At a glance

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

  • Land and area

    Tribal office
    100 Nikita Street, Nanwalek, Alaska 99603
    Region
    BIA Alaska Region, Alaska Regional Office
  • Government

    First Chief Larissa Jimmy

    Elected
    January 2, 2024
    Next election
    September 20, 2026
    Recognition
    Federally recognized
    Main line
    (907) 281-2274

About Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)

Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay) is a federally recognized tribe in Alaska. The current First Chief is Larissa Jimmy. Members can find help with housing, scholarships and government services through the offices on record for Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay).

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  • Government and contacts Tribal office in Nanwalek, First Chief Larissa Jimmy, main phone (907) 281-2274 Opening soon
  • Services General Assistance, through the BIA Alaska Regional Office Opening soon
  • Housing Housing Improvement Program, through the BIA Alaska Regional Office Opening soon
  • Health 292 Indian Health Service facilities in Alaska

Help available near Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)

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Indian Health Service facilities in Alaska

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Nearby Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)

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Other Nations nearby

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Quick facts

State
Alaska

Leadership

  • Larissa Jimmy
    First Chief

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

Contact

Main office

Address
100 Nikita Street, Nanwalek, Alaska 99603
Phone
(907) 281-2274
BIA agency
Alaska Regional Office

Departments

From official program lists and the BIA Tribal Leaders Directory · last checked Oct 2, 2026

Recognition and region

Name
Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)
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 Nanwalek (aka English Bay)?
The current First Chief of Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay) is Larissa Jimmy.
Where is Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay) located?
Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay) is located in Alaska. Its BIA region is Alaska.
Is Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay) federally recognized?
Yes. Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay) is a federally recognized tribe.
What help is available near Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)?
Local offices on record for Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay): Housing help, Financial aid and scholarships and Government offices. Rules and amounts change. Check with the office.
What is near Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay)?
Listed near Native Village of Nanwalek (aka English Bay): 224 other Tribal Nations in Alaska.

Recognition status history

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

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