The NB3 Foundation Youth Council is a beacon of inspiration for new UNITY-affiliated youth councils, demonstrating that the earliest stages of organization are critical for long-term success. While still in its infancy, this council has already laid the foundation to serve as a model for collaboration, vision-setting, and community engagement. Building from the Ground Up […]
The North Carolina Native American Youth Organization (NCNAYO) partnered with the Southeastern American Indian Cancer Health Equity Partnership (SAICEP) for a powerful youth-centered initiative aimed at advancing physical wellness and community awareness. Held in Raleigh, the gathering involved five Indigenous youth leaders from NCNAYO in a project that blended culture, health education, and youth empowerment. […]
On May 30, 2024, the Siletz Tribal Youth Council (STYC) played a central role in the Siletz Tribe’s annual Run to the Rogue—a spiritual relay event that retraces the path of the Tribe’s forced removal from their homelands along the Rogue River to the present-day Siletz Reservation. This year’s run brought together approximately 30 STYC […]
Click here for full article BY SHONDIIN SILVERSMITH, MICHIGAN ADVANCE – APRIL 14, 2023 This article was originally published in Michigan Advance. Native Americans face recurring and unnecessary barriers when it comes to exercising their right to vote, according to a report released by the White House. “Many of the voting barriers faced by Native American communities […]
In an effort to protect families and strengthen community health, the Tesuque Pueblo Youth Coalition hosted a Drug Identification Presentation at the Tesuque Pueblo Intergenerational Center. With 56 attendees, the event focused on raising awareness around the dangers of drug exposure—especially in homes where grandparents and great-grandparents care for young children. As the use and […]
The Tulsa Native Youth Board (TNYB) partnered with Chef Nico Williams and Burning Cedar Sovereign Wellness for an engaging and empowering cultural cooking experience focused on physical wellness. With 20 youth in attendance, the event combined traditional food knowledge with modern wellness practices to promote healthy lifestyles through Indigenous cuisine. Held during TNYB’s monthly meeting, […]
Seeking UNITY News Anchors! Would you like to serve as news anchors for UNITY News? UNITY is seeking one male news anchor and one female anchor to host daily News segments at this year’s National UNITY Conference. If you’re already planning to attend the conference in Portland and you’d like to be considered as a […]
The Comanche Nation IAMNDN Youth Council demonstrates how UNITY’s mission empowers Native youth to lead transformative initiatives within their communities. Through cultural celebration, education, and service, this council embodies the core values of spiritual, social, and physical wellness while fostering leadership and resilience among its members. Celebrating Cultural Identity At the heart of IAMNDN’s outreach […]
On May 8, 2024, 25 members of the Siletz Tribal Youth Council (STYC) visited the University of Oregon as part of their ongoing college campus tour series, guided by advisors from the Siletz Tribal Education Department. These visits are part of a broader initiative to support social wellness through education, connection, and cultural exploration. During […]
April 30, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The honorees will be recognized at UNITY”s National Conference in Portland this June Mesa, Arizona –The United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY) proudly unveils the latest cohort of 25 Under 25 Native Youth Leaders. This esteemed recognition celebrates the exemplary achievements of young Native American and Alaskan Native leaders […]
