Iñupiat

The Iñupiat are an Indigenous people primarily residing in Alaska, particularly in the northern and northwestern regions. They have a rich cultural heritage rooted in a traditional subsistence lifestyle that includes hunting, fishing, and gathering. The Iñupiat language, also called Iñupiat, is part of the Eskimo-Aleut language family. Their community is known for its strong connection to the land, the sea, and the Arctic environment, which shapes their cultural practices and social structures. Today, the Iñupiat engage in both traditional and modern ways of life, striving to preserve their culture while adapting to contemporary challenges.