Resolution No. 2017-05 - Passed by Consensus Gwich'in Council International Whereas; VGFN is a founding member of the Gwich'in Council International (GCI); Whereas; VGFN has not been active within Arctic Council activities; Whereas; The Arctic Council is a high level circumpolar forum that addresses issues of community concern, such as climate change, conservation and development: Therefore Be It Resolved; 1. That VGFN Chief and Council ensure two members are appointed to the GCI board.