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Inspiring Hope. Changing Lives.
UNITY’s Mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of American Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native youth, and to help build a strong, unified, and self-reliant Native America through greater youth involvement.
Youth Programs
The heart of UNITY is its affiliated youth councils, which are sponsored by tribes, Alaska Native villages, high schools, colleges, urban centers, and others. LEARN MORE »
Scholarships & Awards
Stay up to date on our scholarship opportunities and awards throughout the year. If you are aware of a candidate please have them apply. LEARN MORE »
Native Youth
A space dedicated to listing all the latest news and events happening among Native youth across the country.
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Membership
Native American youth can make a difference, but first, they must be organized and prepared for action. An effective way to accomplish this is through a youth council. LEARN MORE »
Calling Native Youth Leaders from across the Northeast!
UNITY is excited to announce the Earth Ambassador Northeast Regional Gathering, October 10–12, 2026, in Salamanca, New York, at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino!
Native youth ages 14–24 are invited to join us for 2½ days of FREE, in-person environmental leadership training focused on community-driven solutions rooted in culture, leadership, collaboration, and environmental stewardship.
FREE to attend
Open to the first 50 Native youth
Connect with Native youth from across the Northeast
Strengthen your leadership and environmental knowledge
October 10–12, 2026
Space is limited—register early!
Link: https://ow.ly/IQAn50ZGSEv
RESERVE YOUR ROOM BY OCTOBER 9, 2026
Take advantage of the special discounted hotel rate:
Hotel Rate: $139/night + $25 resort fee
Group Code: SUNITY
Booking Number: (877) 873-6322
Be sure to make your reservation by October 9 to receive the discounted group rate.
For more information: (480) 718-9793 or youthprograms@unityinc.org
#UNITYEarthAmbassadors #EnvironmentalStewardship ##TraditionalEcologicalKnowledge #NortheastRegion #SenecaNation #NativeYouthLead
Save the Date for UNITY Midyear 2027!
Join us in Phoenix, AZ on February 12–14, 2027 for the UNITY Midyear Conference!
Registration officially opens October 1, 2026.
For tribal organizations and businesses looking to utilize funds before the end of the fiscal year, UNITY can work with you to arrange payment through a purchase order (PO) by September 30. Please contact accounting@unityinc.org to discuss.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more Midyear 2027 details coming soon! #MYUNITY27
📣 Fall Interns Wanted!
Interested in learning how a nonprofit organization works while gaining hands-on professional experience? UNITY is seeking two college students to join our team this fall!
Interns will have the opportunity to learn about nonprofit work, develop leadership skills, build diverse skillsets, and support UNITY’s mission of fostering the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of American Indian and Alaska Native youth.
🔹 Paid internship
🔹 In-person
🔹 Up to 20 hours per week
🔹 Starts September 15, 2026
Applications are due September 1, 2026!
Ready to join the UNITY team? Visit the link below to apply today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLzqQ735LK8PPJYKVilpwc2uMJX2QB3QqRjT4j7NSs-ceDzg/viewform
Introducing your 2026-2027 Male Co-President of the National UNITY Council Executive Committee!❤️
Kinda chic… but make it UNITY. 😎✨
50 years of Native youth leadership, connection, culture, and community looks pretty chic to us. ❤️💙
Introducing your 2026-2027 Female Co-President of the National UNITY Council Executive Committee!🩷
Introducing your Southeast Regional Representative! ⭐
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