Our Mission
Knowledge is power. For generations, Tlingit and Haida people have passed knowledge from Elders to youth. Learning is a lifelong journey, and while our communities continue to grow and change, the need to learn and share together remains strong.
At Generations Southeast, we believe education should be accessible to everyone. Our doors are open to the entire Southeast Alaska community—and beyond. Whether you are seeking cultural learning, career training, or personal growth, you’ll find opportunities here to strengthen your skills, expand your knowledge, and build a brighter future.
When individuals succeed, communities thrive. That’s why we’re committed to meeting people where they are. We provide pathways to education and training that prepare you for rewarding careers, financial wellness, and lifelong learning.
— President Chalyee Éesh
Richard Peterson
Generations Southeast is more than a place of learning—it’s a community guided by inclusiveness, Tribal values and a desire to see everyone reach their full potential. Our academic, vocational, and cultural courses are designed for
?all learners. At Generations Southeast, you’ll find a welcoming environment where opportunity, and community come together.
Tlingit & Haida Key Milestones for Learning Centers
1993 | Tlingit & Haida Executive Council creates vision to address the vocational training and needs of the region.
2001 | The Vocational Training & Resource Center (VTRC) opens in Juneau, AK.
2019 | Tlingit & Haida begins strategic plan for VTRC.
2021 | New strategic plan re-imagines VTRC as a place for transfer of knowledge and setup for growth in the region.
2022 | VTRC relaunched under Generations Southeast.
2023 | Lease signed with City of Klawock to assume operations of the Prince of Wales Island Vocational & Technical Education Center
2024 | Generations Southeast POW campus grand opening in Klawock.
