UNITY is proud to recognize Hector Tigertail Alicea as an Honorary UNITY Earth Ambassador for the 2025–2026 Cohort, honoring his exceptional leadership, cultural grounding, and commitment to environmental stewardship. A citizen of the Miccosukee Tribe of Florida, Hector made a lasting impact on the UNITY Earth Ambassadors during the UNITY Southeast Regional Gathering held in […]
Leadership isn’t just about holding a title—it’s about showing up, stepping forward, and putting in the work. This November, Gabriel Loonsfoot of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians did exactly that. From cultural presentations to national advocacy spaces, Gabriel demonstrated what it means to lead with intention and represent Native youth on every stage. Serving […]
The conference unites Native youth who are ready to build a movement of collective impact across Native Country Mesa, Arizona – United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY) will host an exclusive screening of the documentary Remaining Native at the Arizona Science Center on Friday, January 16, 6-9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Attendance […]
The federal recognition of the Lumbee Tribe marks a historic and long-awaited milestone, one that carries the voices, sacrifices, and resilience of generations. For Native youth across North Carolina, especially those involved in the North Carolina Native American Youth Organization (NCNAYO), this moment is more than a political achievement; it is deeply personal, profoundly emotional, […]
When Native youth lead with generosity and cultural pride, entire communities feel it. This December, Weston Bird of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation demonstrated what servant leadership looks like in action—through service projects, cultural education, and powerful community gatherings in White Shield, North Dakota. As the Great Plains Regional Representative on the National UNITY […]
Sometimes leadership looks like standing at a podium. Other times, it looks like standing shoulder to shoulder with your community under glowing holiday lights. This December, Amaya Escalante of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe chose the second—showing that unity begins at home. As a Western Region Executive Committee member of the National UNITY Council, Amaya spent […]
