We’re honored to have the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2025 National UNITY Conference! Their commitment to youth empowerment is truly inspiring. Together, we’re shaping the future. Let’s have an amazing conference! #UNITYSD2025
We’re honored to have the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2025 National UNITY Conference! Their commitment to youth empowerment is truly inspiring. Together, we’re shaping the future. Let’s have an amazing conference! #UNITYSD2025
Meet your UNITY News Anchors!
Left: Margaret Blackbird proudly represents the Omaha Tribe of Nebreska
Middle: Marla Mesarina proudly represents the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe and Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate of Minnesota & South Dakota
Right: Victor Organista proudly represents the Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation of Kansas
UNITY would like to give thanks to all those that submitted their auditions as well as thanks to NBCUniversal and 12News for hosting UNITY News at their station.
#UNITYSD2025
Meet your UNITY News Anchors!
Left: Margaret Blackbird proudly represents the Omaha Tribe of Nebreska
Middle: Marla Mesarina proudly represents the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe and Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate of Minnesota & South Dakota
Right: Victor Organista proudly represents the Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation of Kansas
UNITY would like to give thanks to all those that submitted their auditions as well as thanks to NBCUniversal and 12News for hosting UNITY News at their station.
#UNITYSD2025
Make Your Voice Heard and Join Us at the National UNITY Council Business Meeting!
Step into leadership, speak on the issues that matter, and cast your vote for your representatives on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee. Open to all male and female reps from each youth council — your future starts with your voice.
Make Your Voice Heard and Join Us at the National UNITY Council Business Meeting!
Step into leadership, speak on the issues that matter, and cast your vote for your representatives on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee. Open to all male and female reps from each youth council — your future starts with your voice.
🔥 ONE WEEK AWAY! 🔥
In just 7 days, over 3,000 Native youth will come together in San Diego for the 2025 National UNITY Conference — the most powerful Indigenous youth event of the year!
Get ready for inspiring keynotes, culture nights, powerful workshops, and memories that will last a lifetime. 🌟
The energy is building. Are you ready to rise with your UNITY fam? Let’s GO! 🙌🏽 #UNITYSD2025
🔥 ONE WEEK AWAY! 🔥
In just 7 days, over 3,000 Native youth will come together in San Diego for the 2025 National UNITY Conference — the most powerful Indigenous youth event of the year!
Get ready for inspiring keynotes, culture nights, powerful workshops, and memories that will last a lifetime. 🌟
The energy is building. Are you ready to rise with your UNITY fam? Let’s GO! 🙌🏽 #UNITYSD2025
Juneteenth reminds us of the strength found in unity and the importance of honoring diverse paths to freedom. From UNITY, Inc., we celebrate this day with reflection and a commitment to empowering young leaders of all backgrounds. #Juneteenth2025 #UNITYinc
Juneteenth reminds us of the strength found in unity and the importance of honoring diverse paths to freedom. From UNITY, Inc., we celebrate this day with reflection and a commitment to empowering young leaders of all backgrounds. #Juneteenth2025 #UNITYinc
✨ Next Gen Leaders Alert! ✨ Meet the incredible candidates vying for Female & Male Co-President at the 2025 National UNITY Conference! These young leaders are committed to making a difference in their communities and beyond.
🌟 Male Co-President Candidates:
🔹Watson Whitford (Chippewa Cree/Navajo): Ready to amplify youth voices and advocate for the issues that matter most to him.
🌟 Female Co-President Candidates:
🔹Mazie Countryman (Northern Arapaho): Committed to serving Native youth with unwavering dedication and a focus on community well-being.
🔹Jalen Harvey (Navajo Nation): Determined to support Indigenous youth as they step into her power and create positive change.
🔹Sineca Jackson (Gila River): Driven by a passion for representation and dedicated to empowering Native youth.
🔹Evynn Richardson (Haliwa-Saponi): Focused on fostering inclusivity and promoting wellness within the UNITY family.
Support these future leaders as they step up to shape the future of UNITY! #UNITYSD2025
✨ Next Gen Leaders Alert! ✨ Meet the incredible candidates vying for Female & Male Co-President at the 2025 National UNITY Conference! These young leaders are committed to making a difference in their communities and beyond.
🌟 Male Co-President Candidates:
🔹Watson Whitford (Chippewa Cree/Navajo): Ready to amplify youth voices and advocate for the issues that matter most to him.
🌟 Female Co-President Candidates:
🔹Mazie Countryman (Northern Arapaho): Committed to serving Native youth with unwavering dedication and a focus on community well-being.
🔹Jalen Harvey (Navajo Nation): Determined to support Indigenous youth as they step into her power and create positive change.
🔹Sineca Jackson (Gila River): Driven by a passion for representation and dedicated to empowering Native youth.
🔹Evynn Richardson (Haliwa-Saponi): Focused on fostering inclusivity and promoting wellness within the UNITY family.
Support these future leaders as they step up to shape the future of UNITY! #UNITYSD2025
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 National UNITY Conference in San Diego! ☀️ Happening in just 9 days, our lineup is packed with exciting events like 3 on 3 basketball, a talent show, a fashion show, culture night, and so much more! Sign up now and don`t miss out on the fun!
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#UNITYSD2025
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 National UNITY Conference in San Diego! ☀️ Happening in just 9 days, our lineup is packed with exciting events like 3 on 3 basketball, a talent show, a fashion show, culture night, and so much more! Sign up now and don`t miss out on the fun!
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#UNITYSD2025
Introducing Junior Sierra, a NEW Member of our UNITY Support Team! 🎶
Junior Sierra (Cherokee Nation) from Hulbert, Oklahoma, is UNITY’s Lead Drummer and a proud UNITY Alumnus (2000–2002). He served as UNITY Drum Keeper for 20 years (2002–2022), helping guide and uplift generations of Native youth through culture and music.
He’s also a dedicated husband to Hannah and father of three daughters — and a powerhouse entrepreneur! Junior owns a sport broadcast network and runs seven restaurants across Oklahoma.
We’re excited to welcome his leadership, experience, and heart to the UNITY Support Team!
Introducing Junior Sierra, a NEW Member of our UNITY Support Team! 🎶
Junior Sierra (Cherokee Nation) from Hulbert, Oklahoma, is UNITY’s Lead Drummer and a proud UNITY Alumnus (2000–2002). He served as UNITY Drum Keeper for 20 years (2002–2022), helping guide and uplift generations of Native youth through culture and music.
He’s also a dedicated husband to Hannah and father of three daughters — and a powerhouse entrepreneur! Junior owns a sport broadcast network and runs seven restaurants across Oklahoma.
We’re excited to welcome his leadership, experience, and heart to the UNITY Support Team!
TESTIMONIALS
UNITY's Mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of American Indian and Alaska Native youth and to help build a strong, unified, and self- reliant Native America through greater youth involvement.
“Being here with UNITY is such a great experience. You get to meet so many new people and learn more about different tribes and their cultures.””
“The gathering, the sharing of cultures, the UNITY of our people!”
“Our YOUTH is the future!”
“It’s the best place to be open about what you think and what you want to do for your school or community. They make you feel like family and welcome you openly.”
“Great organization that allows empowerment for the Native youth to excel in leadership skills, networking opportunity, and early professional growth.”
“Awesome for youth group & leadership.”
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