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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.
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A space dedicated to listing all the latest news and events happening among Native youth across the country.
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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 »
🎉 Sponsor Spotlight 🎉
UNITY is proud to recognize the Gila River Indian Community as a valued sponsor of the 2026 National UNITY Conference as we celebrate 50 years of empowering Native youth.
Their continued investment in Native youth leadership helps create opportunities for young people to grow their skills, strengthen their voices, and build a brighter future for their communities.
Thank you, Gila River Indian Community, for your support of Native youth and the 50th Anniversary National UNITY Conference.
🌟Who’s ready to lead? The 2026 National UNITY Conference unveils the next generation of changemakers — introducing the NUCEC candidates running for Female and Male Co-President!🌟
Female Co-President:
Jamie Crowe, 23
Pueblo of Tesuque
Tesuque Pueblo Youth Coalition
Liliana Mars, 19
Narragansett and Navajo
Individual Member
Marla Meserina, 20
Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe and Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate
Individual Member
Male Co-President:
Nathan Solorio, 19
Brokenhead Ojibway Nation and Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation
Individual Member
Learn more about all the NUCEC candidates by visiting 👉 www.unityinc.org. Click on Youth Council Programs, then navigate to National UNITY Council Regions.
Let’s celebrate and support these future leaders of Native youth! #UNITYOK2026
🎉 Sponsor Spotlight 🎉
UNITY is proud to recognize Gila River Health Care as a valued sponsor of the 2026 National UNITY Conference as we celebrate 50 years of empowering Native youth.
By supporting Native youth and investing in healthy communities, Gila River Health Care is helping strengthen future generations of Indigenous leaders.
Thank you, Gila River Health Care, for your partnership and support of Native youth across Indian Country.
🌟 Proven leaders, continued commitment! The 2025 National UNITY Conference celebrates Native youth leaders who have stepped forward to continue serving their regions. 🌟
Congratulations to our NUCEC Regional Representative candidates running unopposed and seeking their second term:
Southeast Region
Ethan Hedgepeth
Pacific Region
Alina Sanches
Rocky Mountain Region
Rhiannon Eagle Speaker
Great Plains Region
Weston Bird
These dedicated leaders have chosen to continue serving their regions, building on the work they`ve already accomplished and helping shape the future of Native youth leadership.
Learn more about all the NUCEC candidates by visiting 👉 www.unityinc.org. Click on Youth Council Programs, then navigate to National UNITY Council Regions.
Join us in congratulating these outstanding young leaders as they continue their journey of service! #UNITYOK2026
🌟Young leaders, big dreams! The 2025 National UNITY Conference showcases the future of Native youth leadership — meet your NUCEC candidates!🌟
Representing the Western Region, we’re proud to introduce the candidates:
Jada Vargas, 20
White Mountain Apache Tribe
White Mountain Apache Tribal Youth Council
Landon Martinez, 18
Gila River Indian Community
Akimel O`odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council
Learn more about all the NUCEC candidates by visiting 👉 www.unityinc.org. Click on Youth Council Programs, then navigate to National UNITY Council Regions.
Let’s celebrate and support these future leaders of Native youth! #UNITYOK2026
We`re thrilled to introduce the next four keynote speakers joining us at the 50th Anniversary National UNITY Conference!
✨ Paulina Alexis
✨ Dallas Goldtooth
✨ Christian Wassana
✨Julian Brave Noisecat
Each of these incredible Indigenous leaders, storytellers, actors, filmmakers, and advocates brings a unique voice and powerful perspective that will inspire Native youth from across North America.
As we celebrate 50 years of UNITY, this year`s conference is shaping up to be one you won`t want to miss.
⏳ The countdown is officially on! Pre-Conference activities begin July 9, and we`ll soon be welcoming thousands of Native youth, advisors, presenters, and special guests to Oklahoma City for an unforgettable week of leadership, culture, connection, and celebration.
Who`s ready for #UNITYOK2026 ? ❤️💙
🌟 The 2026 National UNITY Conference is almost here, and it`s time to meet the inspiring young leaders running for the National UNITY Council Executive Committee (NUCEC)! 🌟
Representing the Southwest Region, we’re proud to introduce the candidates:
Jesse Crowe, 23
Pueblo of Tesuque
Pueblo of Tesuque Youth Coalition
Tzeitel Manuelito, 15
Navajo
Kirtland Central Dine` Youth Council
Learn more about all the NUCEC candidates by visiting 👉 www.unityinc.org. Click on Youth Council Programs, then navigate to National UNITY Council Regions.
Let’s celebrate and support these future leaders of Native youth!
For the first time ever, the UNITY Gaming Lounge is bringing an official Gaming Tournament to the 50th Anniversary National UNITY Conference!
Whether you`re ready to compete, cheer on your friends, or just enjoy an evening of fun, this is your chance to be part of UNITY history.
📍 Room 204 | OKC Convention Center
📅 July 11, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM
Celebrate 50 years of UNITY by connecting with fellow Native youth through gaming, community, and a little friendly competition.
A huge thank you to our partners College of the Muscogee Nation and Gaming Is Rezilience for helping make this event possible.
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