Good Governance Powers

Join us for a compelling presentation with Veronica Slajer, a lifelong Alaskan and one of the state’s leading voices on good governance, community engagement, and sustainable development in the extractive industries.
With more than 30 years of experience in stakeholder relations, rural development, and Indigenous community partnerships, Veronica brings deep expertise from her work as Communities & Social Performance Advisor and founder of North Star Group. She holds a Master’s in Rural Development with a concentration on mining and communities, and previously represented Alaska and its communities on the U.S. Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (US EITI).
In this talk, Veronica will explore how strong governance, transparency, and inclusive practices create real power for communities — and why these principles matter for Alaska’s resource future. Expect practical insights on:

• Building effective community–industry relationships
• Mechanisms that promote inclusive and sustainable growth
• Lessons from transparency initiatives and rural development
• The role of good governance in balancing economic opportunity with community well-being

Whether you’re involved in mining, community work, policy, or simply care about Alaska’s future, this is a timely and valuable conversation you won’t want to miss.