McKaylin Peters of the Menominee Indian Tribe Named 2025-26 UNITY Earth Ambassador UNITY is proud to recognize McKaylin Peters, a member of the Menominee Indian Tribe, as a 2025-26 UNITY Earth Ambassador representing the Midwest Region. A dedicated environmental advocate, cultural leader, and student of sustainable forestry, McKaylin brings a powerful intergenerational vision to her […]
Marla Mesarina of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe & Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Named 2025-26 UNITY Earth Ambassador UNITY is proud to announce Marla Mesarina, a 19-year-old student from the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe and Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate, as one of the newly named 2025 UNITY Earth Ambassadors. Representing the Midwest Region, Marla brings […]
Mahiya Ramirez of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Named 2025 UNITY Earth Ambassador UNITY is proud to announce Mahiya Ramirez, a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Oklahoma, as one of its 2025 Earth Ambassadors. Representing the Southern Plains Region, Mahiya is a passionate and visionary youth leader whose dedication to environmental sustainability is deeply […]
Laylalanai Gocobachi of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe Named 2025-26 UNITY Earth Ambassador UNITY is proud to announce Laylalanai Gocobachi, a 19-year-old student from the Pascua Yaqui Tribe of Arizona, as a newly awarded 2025 UNITY Earth Ambassador representing the Western Region. A second-year Environmental Science student at the University of Arizona, Laylalanai brings an inspiring […]
Jizelle Juan of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Named 2025-26 UNITY Earth Ambassador UNITY proudly announces the selection of Jizelle Juan, an 18-year-old leader from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community of Arizona, as a 2025-26 Earth Ambassador. Representing the Western Region, Jizelle brings a powerful blend of cultural knowledge, environmental action, and peer […]
The Mvskoke Nation Youth Council has made it a mission to protect and respect the land that sustains our people. Through education, direct action, and community collaboration, MNYC is helping lead a youth-powered movement in environmental awareness and land stewardship. This year, MNYC revitalized their Community Clean-Up Challenge with renewed energy and a broader focus. […]
The 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference provided powerful platforms for Native youth to explore their deep connection to the Earth and the responsibility they hold as caretakers of sacred lands. The environmental workshops centered Indigenous knowledge, spiritual values, and collective activism as tools to protect the future of tribal communities. These sessions uplifted youth voices as […]
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 […]
The 2023-24 Circle of Earth Ambassadors has redefined what it means to lead with purpose and passion, using their voices and actions to advocate for environmental stewardship and sustainability in Indian Country. Selected for their demonstrated leadership and commitment to their communities, these ambassadors have made a lasting impact through innovative initiatives, educational workshops, and […]
What drives someone to run 100 miles through rugged mountain trails, facing darkness, exhaustion, and pain? For Christopher Porcaro, the answer is simple: purpose. This September, the Seattle-based father and outdoor enthusiast completed the Mountain Lakes 100-mile ultramarathon in Oregon, raising over $6,200 for UNITY and Indigenous Earth, two organizations dedicated to supporting Native youth […]
