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MLK Cultural Solidarity Celebration Event
Date: Monday, 01/19/2026
Time: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Where: Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School
Website: Alaska Black Caucus
Enjoy an engaging atmosphere featuring local vendors, free pizza, and space for dialogue and connection, all in the spirit of solidarity and shared purpose. This is a family-friendly gathering welcoming students, families, educators, and community members from across Anchorage.
This special event highlights the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, while creating space for unity, learning, and joy.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Free Legal Help
Date: Monday, 01/19/2026
Time: 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Where: Anchorage, Bethel, Fairbanks & Juneau
Website: Alaska Bar Association
The Alaska Bar Association and its partners will host a free legal clinic on during the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Low-income Alaskans can receive advice from volunteer attorneys on civil legal matters, including family law, disaster assistance, housing, public benefits, and probate. Free shuttle service will be provided between the event and the 56th Avenue Shelter and the Brother Francis Shelter.
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11th Annual Black Business Expo & Summit
When: Saturday, 02/07/2026
Time: 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Where: Anchorage Museum
Website: Alaska Black Business Expo
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Bettye Davis African American Summit
When: Saturday, 02/28/2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Where: Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School
Website: Alaska Black Caucus
Continuing the legacy of the late state senator Bettye Davis, the Alaska Black Caucus proudly presents the 7th annual Bettye Davis African American Summit. This event brings together the Black community and other people of color in conversation and action to make Alaska a better place for everyone. This theme emphasizes the importance of fostering intergenerational dialogue to share stories and experiences, ensuring that our rich heritage is preserved while actively addressing the historical struggles for equality, civil rights, and representation.
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23rd Annual Civil Rights Conference
When: Tuesday, 03/03/2026
Time: 08:30 AM to 03:00 PM
Register: Register via Zoom
Website: Civil Rights Conference
This year’s conference will focus on the Interim Final Rule (IFR) and how Alaska DOT&PF has responded to the changes.
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Small Business Matchmaking Event
When: Tuesday, 03/03/2026
Time: 05:00 PM to 06:30 PM
Where: The Megan Room – 6591 A St, Anchorage, AK 99508
Register: RSVP for the event!
Open to prime contractors & small businesses in Alaska.
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2026 Alaska Construction Career Day
Date: Wednesday, 04/08/2026
Time: 08:00 AM to 03:30 PM
Where: Alaska State Fairgrounds – Raven Hall
Website: ACCD page
Registration for the 2026 ACCD event is now open. Please read all information carefully. The deadlines provided are final, and no exceptions will be granted.
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 On Friday, October 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued an Interim Final Rule (49 CFR Parts 23 & 26, Docket No. DOT-OST-2025-0897, RIN 2105-AF33). This ruling makes immediate and significant changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concession DBE (ACDBE) programs nationwide. In compliance with this new ruling, the Alaska Department of Transportation (Alaska DOT&PF) Civil Rights Office (CRO) has created the following process to recertify DBE & ACDBE firms. Find more information, forms, and process on the Reevaluation page.
Additionally, the CRO is providing recertification trainings on the following dates:
Optional Training #1:
• When: Tuesday, 01/20/2026
• Time: 01:00 PM AKST
• Platform: Zoom
• Register: Zoom Link
Optional Training #2:
• When: Wednesday, 01/28/2026
• Time: 10:00 AM AKST
• Platform: Zoom
• Register: Zoom Link
All presentations will be recorded and posted on the website. While some minor information might change, the trainings provided will have the same information.
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The Vendor Help Desk is responsible for adding and updating vendor information in the State of Alaska’s financial/procurement system based on requests from State of Alaska departments and vendors.
The Vendor Help Desk is available Monday through Friday from 08:00 AM to 04:30 PM.
Phone number: 907-465-5555
Email: doa.dof.vendor.helpdesk@alaska.gov
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AASHTOWare Project (AWP) is a website based software designed specifically for state DOTs to manage their complex construction processes. AASHTOWare Project has been customized by the Alaska DOT&PF to align with our business process, to track and monitor, and to comply with all federal and state regulations.
• Training & Guides
• Contractors
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Stay informed about Alaska DOT&PF’s response to the major storms that struck Alaska’s west coast in 2025. Alaska DOT&PF crews are coordinating with local, state, and federal partners to assess damage, clear debris and restore safe travel routes. |
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AGC of Alaska is Hiring!
Put your skills in training and administration to work where they truly make a difference. As the Training & Operations Manager you’ll play a critical role in developing Alaska's construction industry workforce, streamlining operations, and supporting a culture of safety, precision, and continuous improvement. If you’re a self-starter, a natural communicator, and passionate about the construction industry, we welcome you to apply.
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This is an annual reminder to be aware of phishing emails and folks claiming to be from our office. What is phishing? It is the fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.
If you get an unexpected email that looks like it’s coming from the Civil Rights Office pause and call 907-269-0844 or email zhenia.peterson@alaska.gov.
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