Self-government survey

What does Gwich’in Government mean to you?

A Gwich’in Government means we can make laws and provide our own programs and services

A Gwich’in Government is our inherent right

A Gwich’in Government will help Gwich’in build a stronger region for all Gwich’in

A Gwich’in Government will preserve and develop the Dinjii Zhuh language and culture

I don’t know

Other (specify):

Other (specify):

How much do you know about Gwich’in Government?

I am very knowledgeable

I am knowledgeable

I have some knowledge

I have little to no knowledge

I have no knowledge

How do you learn about the Gwich’in Government negotiation process in your community?

How does your knowledge of Gwich’in Government affect your ability to participate in the Gwich’in Government process? (for example, attending community meetings)

I am knowledgeable about Gwich’in Government and feel confident to participate

I have some knowledge about Gwich’in Government and need more information to feel confident participating in the process

My knowledge is limited. I would like to participate to learn

I do not have knowledge about Gwich’in Government and need more information to participate

How do you want to participate in the Gwich’in Government process? (select all that apply)

I would like to attend public meetings in the Gwich’in communities

I would like to receive Gwich’in Government information regularly, either by mail or email

I would like to be a Youth representative in the Gwich’in Government negotiations table (name is required)

I would like to be an Elder representative in the Gwich’in Government negotiations table (name is required)

Other (specify):

Other (specify):

What type of information would help you feel comfortable participating in the Gwich’in Government process? (select all that apply)

Plain language summaries of main table negotiation meetings

Summaries of survey results

Summaries of community feedback

Opportunities to ask questions to the region and/or community negotiating teams

Opportunities to provide feedback to the regional and/or community negotiating teams

Other (specify):

Other (specify):

What are your concerns about Gwich’in Government? (Select all that apply)

Confused about rights under a Gwich’in Government

Unclear about how we create a Gwich’in Government

Unsure if communities are ready for a Gwich’in Government

Concerned about access to Government programs and services

Frustrated about lack of progress over the last 25+ years

Concerned about current process since 2020

Unsure how a Gwich’in Government will affect Gwich’in living outside the GSA.

Job opportunities for Gwich’in participants

No concerns

Other (specify):

Other (specify):

What could the team do better to encourage participation in the Gwich’in Government process? (select all that apply)

Explain things more clearly about the process and what Gwich’in Government may mean

Use more prizes and rewards to encourage Gwich’in participants to get involved

Advertise the public meeting schedules in advance

Send Gwich’in Government documents by mail or email

Organize Gwich’in Government gathering for Youth and Elders

Create virtual conferences and events

Create Gwich’in Government activities and events

Other (specify):

Other (specify):

What kinds of opportunities do you believe Gwich’in Government could create for Gwich’in Citizens? (select all that apply)

New job opportunities

New government structure

Effective decision-making

Funding opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Better Housing programs

Recreational opportunities

Economic and political stability

Other (specify):

Other (specify):

Would you be interested in receiving emails about Gwich’in Government?

No

Yes (please provide email below)

Yes (please provide email below)

Which community DGO are you registered with?

Ehdiitat

Gwichya

Nihtat

Tetlit

Did you work with a GTC Community Advisor or Field Worker to complete this survey?

No

Yes (please provide name below)

Yes (please provide name below)

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