On April 16, 2026, communities across the country are invited to greet the dawn in a moment of reflection, unity, and hope as United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY) celebrates its 50th birthday. To begin this milestone day, UNITY will host a Sunrise Prayer at 6:00 a.m., welcoming Native youth, elders, families, and community […]
Phoenix, Arizona — January 19, 2026 During the UNITY Midyear Conference in Phoenix, the National UNITY Council (NUC) officially adopted a powerful resolution titled “Restoring Balance: Healing Trauma & Ending Violence in Native Communities.”Approved at the National UNITY Council Business Meeting with a quorum present, the resolution establishes a unified, youth-driven framework to address some […]
2026 National UNITY Conference | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma For nearly five decades, United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY) has uplifted individuals and youth councils whose leadership strengthens Native youth, families, and communities across Indian Country. As part of the 2026 National UNITY Conference—a historic gathering marking UNITY’s 50th Anniversary —we are proud to honor exceptional […]
Interested in exploring all that Arizona State University has to offer? UNITY is partnering with ASU and is offering campus tours during the Midyear Conference January 16, 2026. Explore the Downtown Phoenix campus and the vast areas of study they have to offer from Public Service to Design and the Arts. During the tour, ASU […]
Youth Spotlight Form When: Ongoing Where: Nationwide Submit Your Work At CNAY, we work for and with Native youth to ensure they have the opportunity to drive their own narrative. That’s why we’re offering this opportunity to be featured on our digital platforms! Highlight solutions to challenges facing your community, showcase your culture, or amplify […]
American Indian Youth Art Show + Sale [EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITY] When: Deadline March 2, 2026 Where: Nationwide Talented young Native artists eager to share your creativity with the world can submit to be featured at the Heard Museum Guild’s 68th Annual Indian Fair & Market, March 7-8, 2026. Your work will reach a diverse audience of Native artists […]
DTI Logo Contest [EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITY] When: Due January 16, 2025 Where: California Calling all Native youth artists! Inter Tribal Sports is hosting a logo design contest for its 2026 Dream the Impossible (DTI) Conference on April 18. Youth (ages 12-22) can submit up to two original designs—hand-drawn or digital—for a chance to have their art featured on the […]
Building Lakota Azíla (Medicine) Kits [EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITY] When: December 3, 2025 Where: Virtual Join Teach For America‘s Native Recruitment + Community team for a virtual gathering with Ethleen Iron Cloud-Two Dogs! Participants will build Lakota Azíla (Medicine) Kits and connect through practices that support balance, grounding & healing. On December 3 at 7:30pm CT, this event will create […]
Democracy is Indigenous (DII) When: Rolling Applications Where: Nationwide CNAY offers micro-grant funding to help Native youth (11-24) make an impact in their communities. Involved with a local organization doing good work? Have an idea for an event, research or other project that will enhance the lives of community members? Learn More & Apply Join […]
Tilikum Summer Health Experience [EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITY] When: Due February 5, 2026 Where: Portland, OR Interested in a fully-funded summer experience exploring Indigenous health careers? The Tilikum Summer Health Experience is a free 5-week hybrid enrichment program for American Indian/Alaska Native undergraduate students interested in health professions. Participants receive $1,000/week, free housing/meals, mentorship from AI/AN health professionals, hands-on clinical exposure […]
