Cook Inlet Region

Cook Inlet Region is a land and resource management organization established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. It represents the Alaska Native people of the Cook Inlet area, including communities like Anchorage and Kenai. CIRI owns significant land, manages natural resources, and develops economic ventures to support its shareholders—primarily Alaska Natives. Its roles include balancing revenue generation with cultural preservation and environmental stewardship while fostering community growth. Overall, CIRI serves as a business enterprise and a guardian of Native heritage in the region.