Native 8(a) Works

About Us

The Native 8(a) Works coalition was created to educate, inform and advocate in support of this vital program, which furthers the federal policy of self-determination, the U.S. trust responsibility and the promotion of economic self-sufficiency among Native American communities.

The Native 8(a) Works coalition will:

Engage Alaskans on the value and benefits of Native participation in the 8(a) program.

Remind Congress that the 8(a) program works exactly as it was intended and while growing, is still a miniscule piece of the federal contracting pie.

Build support among stakeholders in Alaska and Washington, D.C. alike through a growing coalition of membership and resolutions of support.

Educate statewide and national media that the 8(a) program is delivering exceptional value to the American people.

Demonstrate to Congress that Native business participation in 8(a) is one of the very few federal programs that have made an actual difference in the lives of Native Americans and deserves continued support.

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