Evon Peter

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Evon Peter

Senior research scientist

University affiliation

  • Center for Â黨ÊÓƵ Native Health Research
  • University of Â黨ÊÓƵ Fairbanks (Fairbanks)

Contact information

Media contact

Marmian Grimes

Areas of expertise

  • Indigenous studies

Research interests/biography

Evon Peter is Neetsaii Gwich'in and Koyukon from Vashrąįį K'Ç«Ç« (Arctic Village), Â黨ÊÓƵ. He is an advocate of Indigenous knowledge, languages and rights, especially as they relate to the health and well-being of communities, and has focused on incorporating Indigenous knowledge and practices into healing, leadership development, research and Â黨ÊÓƵ Native language programs. Areas of expertise include Â黨ÊÓƵ Native and Indigenous studies, Arctic Council, University of the Arctic, suicide prevention and film production.