Examining the economic status of Native women in Alaska, this report compares the economic well being of Native women to other women in the state and nation, looks at factors contributing to their economic status, and makes positive action recommendations. Based on 1970 and 1980 census data, chapter I analyzes the 50% increase of Alaska Native women in the labor force. Comparisons in the areas of employment rate, occupations, and incomes are made with other women in the work force and an overview of factors, such as education, age, number of dependents, and residence, which affect the opportunities to enter occupations is included. Chapter II presents the results of 92 interviews conducted among Native women in rural and urban Alaska who were asked what factors they felt helped and hindered them in the job market. Chapter III offers recommendations for increasing employment opportunities such as rural jobs programs, improved education and training opportunities, and anti-discrimination programs. Also discussed is the state's political climate and a proposed strategy for putting the recommendations into effect. Charts and tabular information are displayed throughout and appendices provide a copy of the survey questionnaire and tables giving information regarding the labor force, education, family income, employment, and distribution of occupations. (PM)