Family Services
Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)
The Indian Child Welfare Act is a federal law that was enacted in 1978 to prevent the breakup of Native families when children are taken into state custody. The ICWA program protects the rights of Alaska Native children, their families and tribal members and serves to protect their interests in state court child protection cases.
NVU has a Tribal Family Coordinator that assists when this happens.
Tribal Family Coordinator Services
- Intervention and attending court hearings, case staffing and planning meetings
- Identifying potential relative placements
- Family preservation needs
- Assistance with applying for General Assistance needs
- Assistance with customary Tribal Adoption cases for Native families and children
Please Note: The ICWA does not provide assistance in cases of child custody disputes during divorce or between parents that are in a custody dispute.
Contact
Please contact the Tribal Family Coordinator, Liz Ivanoff, for further information, referrals, or assistance:
📞 Office: (907) 615-4611
📞 Cell: (907) 625-1633
🚨 Child in Danger?
If you suspect harm to a child, please contact the Office of Children's Services directly:
1-800-478-4444
If you suspect harm to a child, please contact the Office of Children's Services directly:
1-800-478-4444