Maniilaq Association is a non-profit organization that provides health, tribal, and social services to residents of Northwest Alaska. Established in 1966, the organization serves approximately 8,000 people across 12 federally recognized tribes in the Northwest Arctic Borough region. The organization is named after Maniilaq, a Native Inupiaq prophet who lived in the early 1800s. The organization operates the Maniilaq Health Center in Kotzebue, Alaska, a primary healthcare facility that offers medical, dental, and behavioral health services. Additionally, Maniilaq Association manages various community health programs, including village-based clinics, emergency medical services, and public health nursing. Beyond healthcare, Maniilaq Association provides social services such as elder care, child protection services, domestic violence prevention, and substance abuse treatment programs. The organization also operates workforce development initiatives and environmental health services. As a tribal organization, Maniilaq Association operates under a self-determination contract with the Indian Health Service and receives funding through various federal and state programs. The association maintains strong partnerships with other Alaska Native organizations and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive service delivery across its vast service area, which spans approximately 38,000 square miles of remote Arctic territory.