2024 AYEA Youth Organizers
I am Arianna, my Yupik name is Anigar. I am originally from the village of Kipnuk, Alaska but I live in Bethel. I am currently a senior and would like to learn more about how I can help out more within my community.
Hi, my name is Barbara and I’m from Noatak, Alaska. I'm a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who loves getting involved in my community. I'm passionate about advocating for improvement causes and using my voice to make a difference. I'm excited to connect with like-minded individuals at the Summit and work together towards a positive change!
My name is Braylon, and I am a teen living in Anchorage Alaska, and I attend King Tech High School. I’ve been a part of the Teen Climate Communicators with the Anchorage Museum, where we organized a small exhibition and event. I’m personally interested in art which is something I’m still learning to do!
My name is Brianna, I go by Bri or John. One of my favorite things to do is fish. I work on a commercial seiner in the summer (the F/V Samantha J) and squeeze in subsistence when I can. I live in Chignik Lagoon, a small village along the southwest peninsula, our population is roughly 70 people. I take part in as many academic activities as I can throughout the school year, pre-trade school opportunities especially.
I am Brick. I'm 16 years old and I go to Service High School. I’m a distance runner, singer, activist, and Christian.
I like to be outdoors and learn more about my culture. I'm an active person, I love to try new things, get out of my comfort zone, and go to new places. I'm also friendly once you get to know me.
I’m 17 years old, a FOCUS Homeschool student and a lifelong Alaskan. I’m passionate about community service and food security.
I live in Brevig Mission, I am 15 years old and I have 12 siblings. I want to help my community solve our environmental issues.
Howdy! My name is Joshua and I am a Senior attending Polaris K-12. I am passionate about education, politics, and everything in between. During the winter, you can probably find me cross-country skiing and during the summer, you can definitely find me fishing for salmon.
If I were to describe myself in 3-4 sentences, I'd describe myself as someone who aspires to be a leader, to be someone that people look up and come to for advice and help in any situation. Having a funny and laughable mentality and being able to make friends, yet could help out and act as a remodel. I also love to sit back and relax with friends if they need and want to with me, Josiah. I enjoy having good times and making new friends, yet seek out the greater goals of what I want and what is necessary, and overall if given a chance I could be seen as a great person.
Hi, I'm Keira from Noatak, Alaska, but I'm currently attending GILA, a boarding school in Galena. I'm passionate about environmental issues and mental health awareness. I believe in the power of community and the importance of taking care of our planet and each other. I'm excited to connect with like-minded individuals and work together to create positive change. |
My name is Kyla and I attend West Anchorage High School in Anchorage, Alaska. I enjoy cooking, piano, basketball, volleyball and reading. I enjoy outdoor hobbies also like hiking, going downhill skiing, and camping. My favorite color is orange because it reminds me of the sun and I love Crumbl cookies.
I am from Kobuk, Alaska, but currently reside in Wasilla. I have 5 sisters, and two of them are AYEA alumni!
My name is Lucy and I am a senior at Juneau Douglas High School. I am extremely passionate about marine life throughout southeast Alaska, and hope to be a future marine biologist. I have had a few leadership roles in the past, with being class president in student government, head chair in a few committees, and vice president for National Honors Society. In my free time I like to work at the local salmon hatchery/aquarium, go tide pooling and fishing.
My name is Maddie. I have lived in Alaska my whole life and I’m currently attending Juneau-Douglas High School. I love to read, cook, and listen to music. This will be my second year attending this summit, and I’m excited for the change we can all make as youth organizers.
I was born in Alaska and have lived here all my life. I'm a fifth-generation Alaskan and an incoming sophomore at West Anchorage High School. I'm a member of the environmental club and YANA at my school. I also hold an officer position in YANA. I enjoy spending time outdoors during the winter and hiking in the summer.
My name is Sabine, I am 16 years old and heading into my Senior year of high school, I have been homeschooled my whole life while moving around a lot in different states. In total I've lived in Alaska for about 7 years. I have a lot of pets, and animals are a huge passion of mine. Wildlife conservation is one of my career options, the other being a criminal psychologist. A couple of my other interests are cooking and theatre!
My name is Scarlet and I am a 15-year-old sophomore student at Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School SWS. I love music, traveling, learning, and nature! I also love camping!
I am 17 years old, I am Koyukon-Athabascan and my family was originally from Rampart. I enjoy being in nature and have a variety of hobbies from beading to aerial silks. I have always had a pull to nature and always want to learn more.
My name is Stav, I live in Fairbanks and I'm a Sophomore at West Valley. When I'm not doing homework I enjoy working at my family's restaurant (Pita Place). For fun I like reading, writing and tightrope/slackline walking.
I'm from Utqiagvik, where I've lived my whole life. I love listening to music and reading. I'm a tap dancer of 4 years, a bassoonist of 1.5, and a lab tech of 7 months.
2024 AYEA Peer Trainers
I am a Senior at Lathrop High School. I am involved in the Fairbanks Music Community and enjoy climate action. I am passionate about Music, Aviation, and Assorted trinkets.
My name is Jayden, I’m Iñupiaq and I'm from Utqiaġvik, Alaska. I am deeply involved in activities that give me a chance to advocate for who I am and the people who I come from. I came to AYEA to represent my community and learn how to solve problems such as animal welfare, climate change mitigation, food security, and sustainable development.
I have been an active member of my community even before I joined AYEA during my sophomore year of high school. I've been involved with Calypso Farm in Fairbanks for many years working on education, urban agriculture, and food justice. Connecting communities through food and protecting our access to food in the midst of climate change is one of my passions.