For Victor Organista (Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation), service isn’t just a duty — it’s a way of life. As a Program Assistant at the Boys and Girls Club (BGC) of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, Victor spent his summer investing in the next generation, from guiding elementary school field trips to creating spaces for community […]
Anselmo Valenzuela, 20 Tribe: Southern Cheyenne Youth Council: Cheyenne and Arapaho Youth Council Memo, a proud member of the Cheyenne Arapaho Tribes, traces the beginning of his journey to UNITY 2018. At just 14 years old, he arrived unsure about advocacy, politics, or what to expect. Inspired by the film Black Panther, he joined his […]
Victor Organista, 19 Tribe: Prairie Band Potawatomi Youth Council: Haskell Indian Nations University Unity Club Victor Organista, a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, is currently a sophomore at Haskell Indian Nations University studying media communications. His academic focus is on merging media with Native storytelling, aiming to create a platform that honors Indigenous […]
Ryan Murdock, 17 Tribe: Quechan Youth Council: Wahzhazhe youth council Ryan Murdock is a proud member of the Fort Yuma Quechan Tribe, currently residing on the Osage Nation reservation in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Growing up, Ryan experienced firsthand the challenges faced by many Indigenous communities, surrounded by the struggles of drugs and alcohol alongside the enduring […]
Ready to lead? The National UNITY Council (NUC) is accepting petitions for Area Representative and Co-President (Female and Male) positions on the Executive Committee. This is your opportunity to represent Native youth, uplift your region, and help shape the future of Indigenous leadership. Available Positions: Area Representatives from UNITY’s ten regions Co-Presidents (must be former […]
Codie Horse-Topetchy Named 2025-26 UNITY Earth Ambassador UNITY is proud to announce Codie Horse-Topetchy as one of its 2025 Earth Ambassadors, a title awarded to Native youth demonstrating exceptional commitment to environmental stewardship and Indigenous community empowerment. A member of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Otoe-Missouria Tribes of Oklahoma, Codie is a 22-year-old student at the […]
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 […]
Service is more than an action for the Mvskoke Nation Youth Council—it is a reflection of identity, purpose, and unity. This past year, MNYC members have made service a central tenet of their mission, finding meaningful ways to uplift their communities and live out the values handed down by their elders. Since July 2024, council […]
The Cheyenne & Arapaho Youth Council (CAYC) has launched a meaningful and ongoing initiative aimed at promoting social wellness through service and community care. With 60 youth participating, CAYC is creating Blessing Boxes—small food pantries filled with canned goods and non-perishable items—to support families in need across their tribal communities. The project kicked off with […]
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. […]
