Amaya Escalante, 19 Tribe: Pascua Yaqui Tribe Individual Member Amaya Escalante, a proud member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, is a dedicated youth leader from Old Pascua Village in Tucson, Arizona. At just nineteen years old, she has already established herself as a passionate advocate for cultural preservation, youth empowerment, and community service. The eldest […]
Evelyn Enos, 20 Tribe: Gila River Indian Community Youth Council: Akimel O’odham/ Pee-Posh Youth Council Evelyn Enos, a member of the Gila River Indian Community, currently serves as the President of the Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council, a group she has been actively involved with since 2019. She is a junior at Arizona State University, pursuing […]
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 […]
Are you ready to dance, sing, drum, or tell a story that represents your culture and community? Now’s your time to shine! Culture Night is happening Sunday, June 29th at 7:00 PM, and we’re looking for youth performers to help light up the stage with cultural pride and tradition! Culture Night is one of the […]
Sunday, June 29th | 7:00 PM | 2025 National UNITY Conference Get ready to light up the stage—Talent Night is back and bigger than ever at the 2025 National UNITY Conference! This is your chance to share the beauty of your voice, the power of your movement, the strength of your story, or any unique […]
Alina Sanchez, 16 Tribe: Wilton Miwok Youth Council: Native Sister Circle Alina Sanchez is a proud Wilton Rancheria tribal member and a dedicated youth leader with Our Native Sister Circle. Since 2019, she has been an active participant, growing into a powerful voice for her community. She combines cultural pride, advocacy, and leadership with a […]
George Brown, 16 Tribe: Paiute Youth Council: Bishop Paiute Youth Council Manahuu Ii-na-nia-nai George Brown. George is a dedicated student at Bishop Union High School and a proud member of his tribal community. Throughout his high school journey, George has taken advantage of many opportunities, including participating in Berkeley’s STEM program and founding several student […]
Helen Sekaquaptewa, 16 Tribe: Yakama Nation Youth Council: Yakama Nation Youth Council Helen Sekaquaptewa, a high school student from Toppenish High School, brings a unique and powerful perspective to Indigenous youth leadership. Of Yakama Nation, Comanche, and Hopi Pueblo descent, Helen is a self-identifying queer, multi-tribal individual who is deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces […]
