Gwichyà
Gwichyà is a term used by the Gwich'in people, an Indigenous First Nation group whose traditional territory spans across Alaska and Canada's Northwest Territories. The word Gwichyà is central to their identity and often refers to the Gwich'in people themselves, their language, or their homeland. It embodies a deep connection to the land and a rich cultural heritage.
The Gwich'in language, also called Gwichyà Gwich'in, is part of the Athabaskan language family. It is spoken
The traditional territory of the Gwich'in, often referred to through the concept of Gwichyà, is characterized