Joel Jackson Legacy in Kake | Anchorage News

Kake Tribal Council President Joel Jackson, a revered Haida and Lingít elder who died at 70 after battling pancreatic cancer, was a lifelong champion of the Tongass National Forest, tribal healing, and cultural revival. A fierce defender of the Roadless Rule and ancestral lands, he linked environmental protection to Indigenous survival, emphasizing the forest’s role in sustaining food, culture, and identity. He also led efforts to heal generational wounds, securing a Navy apology for the 1869 bombardment of Kake and pushing for a community healing center to reconnect people with their heritage. His legacy lives on as Kake’s people honor his vision, determined to walk boldly in his footsteps.

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