Avaayak Mary Sage is a director from Kivalina who has served on the board since 2003.

In addition to her NANA board duties, Avaayak is employed as an administrative assistant for Maniilaq Association. She serves as a council member for the Native Village of Kivalina.

Avaayak previously was an assistant recording clerk for Alaska Yearly Meeting.

Board committee assignments:

Red Dog Management
Lands and Natural Resources
Article VIII-2 Kivalina/Noatak