From the shadowed trails of the Indian Canyons to the lively community squares of Palm Springs, the Agua Caliente Young Adults have emerged as radiant torchbearers of Cahuilla heritage. Their presence has been a vital thread woven into the fabric of community celebrations. In October, the youth council took center stage at the Junior Ranger […]
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 […]
The Future Inspired Native American Leaders (F.I.N.A.L.) Youth Council hosted a powerful and creative event titled “Culture. Art. Prevention.” at the Phoenix Indian Center, bringing together 35 youth for a day centered on education, expression, and healing. The gathering was part of a broader commitment to mental wellness and peer education focused on the impacts […]
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, […]
We are excited to invite you to a “Know Before You Go” webinar to help advisors and chaperones prepare to travel with their youth groups to a UNITY Conference. This session, led by UNITY Trainer Dr. Pearl Yellowman, will focus on Creating a Safety Plan for your youth group to ensure a safe, informed, and […]
All are welcome to attend the upcoming Live Q&A session to learn more about what to expect and how you can prepare for the forthcoming Conference. Click here to Register We are thrilled to welcome Advisors, Chaperones, Tribal Leaders, and your youth participants to the upcoming 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference! This year’s event will feature […]
The National UNITY Council Executive Committee (NUCEC) program has had an impactful year, serving as the collective voice of Native youth nationwide. Elected annually in July, the two Executive Committees serving in 2024 have upheld UNITY’s mission of fostering the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of Native youth through a wide range of initiatives, […]
December marked a celebratory season of service and recognition for Georgia Harjo, who continued her role as Miss Indian Oklahoma and UNITY 25 Under 25 leader with grace, creativity, and generosity. Celebration and Recognition On December 1st, Georgia received notice she was a semifinalist for the prestigious Gates Scholarship. A few days later, she was […]
The Missoula Native Youth Council played a key leadership role in the Montana Tribal Language Series, a four-session cultural event held at the University of Montana’s Payne Family Native American Center. With over 120 attendees across the series, the event focused on spiritual wellness through the revitalization and celebration of Indigenous languages. The series highlighted […]
On a crisp winter evening, the ACIR InnerVoice Youth Council embraced the holiday spirit by supporting the annual Tribal Christmas Dinner at the Polk County Commerce Center, where over 100 elders, families, and community members gathered to celebrate, connect, and reflect. The dinner has long been a cherished tradition, bringing together generations to honor the […]
