Tia Butler, 21 Tribe: Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Youth Council: Siletz Tribal Youth Council Tia Butler, a proud citizen of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, carries with her a rich and powerful lineage as a descendant of the Yurok, Northern Cheyenne, Yankton Sioux, and Iñupiaq peoples. Raised on the coast of Oregon, Tia […]
Graciela Broncheau, 19 Tribe: Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Youth Council: Nez Perce Tribe NAHOVA My name is Graciela Broncheau, and I am a proud member of the Nez Perce Tribe from Lewiston, Idaho. I am a graduate of Clarkston High School and a successful completer of the Army National Guard Washington Youth Challenge Academy. […]
Nyah Neadeau, 23 Tribe: Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians Youth Council: Red Lake Nation Youth Council Boozhoo! My name is Nyah Neadeau, and I proudly come from the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians. I currently serve as the Chairperson of the Red Lake Nation Youth Council and work as a grant writer for […]
Zhaawan Martell, 17 Tribe: Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, Michigan Youth Council: Saginaw Chippewa Youth Council As a proud member of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, I am currently serving my fourth year on the Tribal Youth Council. Being part of this council has deepened my connection to my community and strengthened my commitment to leadership […]
Gabriel Loonsfoot, 17 Tribe: Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians Youth Council: Pokagon Band Native Nations Youth Council Bozho, ndénwemagnek newij neshnabé mine shna jayék bémadzet. Déwégen Nene Ndezhnekas. Odawa, Ojibwé, Gigabé, mine Bodéwadmi ndowe. Pokegnék ndepndogwes. Mko Ndodem. Owashtanung ndozhbiye. Bowating ndede otopi. Hello, my relatives and all who walk in a good way. My […]
UNITY is searching for four Native youth to serve as News Anchors for UNITY News segments that will be shown during the National UNITY Conference. Two main anchors, a weather anchor and a sports anchor will be chosen. Each contestant is required to complete a brief audition video within a 60 second time limit. A […]
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 […]
The Bishop Tribal Youth Council (BTYC) proudly participated in a two-day Gathering of Native Americans (GONA) event held at the Toiyabe Indian Health Project (TIHP) in Bishop, California. The event, facilitated by Native Wellness Institute, brought together over 100 community members in a powerful, culturally grounded experience focused on healing, unity, and wellness. What made […]
The Bishop Tribal Youth Council (BTYC) played a key role in the success of the annual Bishop Tribal Spring Gathering, held at the Bishop Tribal Gym and Indian Education Center. With over 250 attendees, the event brought together families, elders, and youth for a day of joy, tradition, and community connection. From the early stages […]
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 […]
