Kiara Tanta-Quidgeon. named to UNITY’s 25 Under 25 list, finds empowerment in wearing many hats to impact her community. “KIARA TANTA-QUIDGEON, Mohegan, found out on her birthday in April 2024 that she was part of United National Indian Tribal Youth’s 25 Under 25 list. She was overwhelmed with joy, pride and honor to connect with […]
Evelyn Enos, named to the UNITY 25 Under 25 list, plans to teach writing to the Native youth in her community. “EVELYN ENOS is determined to empower others through the transformative power of writing. Raised in the Gila River Indian Community near Phoenix, Enos has always been deeply involved in her community, consistently taking on […]
Alyssa Mosley, a proud citizen of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation and a UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee, has been actively engaging in initiatives that celebrate Indigenous culture, promote education, and foster community connections. Her recent activities across the Northeast region exemplify her commitment to servant leadership and uplifting Native youth. Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day […]
Georgia Harjo (Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Choctaw Nation, Seminole Nation, Cheyenne Tribe) proves that servant leadership grounded in culture can create lasting change. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, Georgia has spent the past season uplifting her community through various cultural, educational, and service activities. From teaching traditional arts to guiding youth in academic competitions, […]
Fostering Community Engagement Through Cultural Events Carmella Bear, a proud member of the Penobscot Nation and a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, continues to exemplify servant leadership by actively engaging her community in meaningful ways. Through initiatives that blend cultural celebration with civic participation, Carmella demonstrates the power of youth-led efforts in strengthening community bonds. […]
As the seasons change, so too does the landscape of Native youth leadership, with individuals like Ian Teller, a Diné (Navajo) leader from Tsaile, Arizona, exemplifying the spirit of servant leadership and community engagement. A national UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree and a representative of the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY), Ian’s recent endeavors […]
The UNITY 25 Under 25 program exemplifies the transformative power of Native youth leadership. This year, 25 outstanding leaders from diverse tribal communities across the United States showcased their ability to drive change through initiatives rooted in cultural preservation, environmental justice, mental health advocacy, and economic empowerment. Their collective efforts highlight UNITY’s mission to foster […]
Honoring Heritage at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Evelyn Enos, an Akimel O’odham and Tohono O’odham youth leader, exemplifies servant leadership through her active participation in cultural and national events. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, Evelyn recently took part in the Native American Heritage Month celebration at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in […]
United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY), in partnership with the Center for Native American Youth and the White House, co-hosted the 2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum in Washington, D.C. The event, held at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services building, brought together nearly 150 Native youth leaders nationwide to engage in […]
Anagali Duncan Amplifies Indigenous Voices Through Literature “As Indigenous people, we are inherently world-builders,” shared Anagali (Shace) Duncan, a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree and founder of the 7 Ravens Nonprofit. With this vision in mind, Anagali has launched the Rising Voices Indigenous Book Drop, an inspiring initiative to bring Indigenous stories and perspectives to […]
