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Save the Date: January 17, 2026
Join UNITY for an unforgettable evening celebrating O’odham culture, song, and dance — honoring the aboriginal lands of the O’odham during the UNITY Midyear Conference!

Saturday, January 17, 2026
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sheraton Downtown Phoenix | 3rd Floor Ballroom

Calling all O’odham Singers and Dancers!
Experience the beauty of the O’odham Cu:dk (Traditional Round Dance), enjoy special performances by the Four Sister Tribes, and join in social dancing that celebrates the heartbeat of our people.

The evening will conclude with a Chicken Scratch Dance featuring Group Passion!

Come dance, celebrate, and honor the living traditions that unite us all!

Community Welcome | Alcohol- and Drug-Free Event

Save the Date: January 17, 2026
Join UNITY for an unforgettable evening celebrating O’odham culture, song, and dance — honoring the aboriginal lands of the O’odham during the UNITY Midyear Conference!

Saturday, January 17, 2026
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sheraton Downtown Phoenix | 3rd Floor Ballroom

Calling all O’odham Singers and Dancers!
Experience the beauty of the O’odham Cu:dk (Traditional Round Dance), enjoy special performances by the Four Sister Tribes, and join in social dancing that celebrates the heartbeat of our people.

The evening will conclude with a Chicken Scratch Dance featuring Group Passion!

Come dance, celebrate, and honor the living traditions that unite us all!

Community Welcome | Alcohol- and Drug-Free Event
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24 HOURS!
Native youth from the Northwest & Pacific Regions — it's almost time to connect, share, and grow together! 🌊🌲
Don’t miss your chance to network, ask questions, and build community.

📅 Tomorrow on Zoom — register now:
🔗 Link in bio or go to unityinc.org/quicklinks

24 HOURS!
Native youth from the Northwest & Pacific Regions — it`s almost time to connect, share, and grow together! 🌊🌲
Don’t miss your chance to network, ask questions, and build community.

📅 Tomorrow on Zoom — register now:
🔗 Link in bio or go to unityinc.org/quicklinks
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Join UNITY for an unforgettable evening celebrating O’odham culture, song, and dance — recognizing the aboriginal lands of the O’odham during the UNITY Midyear Conference!

Saturday, January 17, 2026
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sheraton Downtown Phoenix | 3rd Floor Ballroom

Experience the beauty of the O’odham Cu:dk (Traditional Round Dance), special performances by the Four Sister Tribes, and social dancing that honors the heartbeat of our people. The night closes with a Chicken Scratch Dance featuring Group Passion! 

Come dance, celebrate, and honor the traditions that unite us!

#OodhamCudk #ChickenScratchDance #Waila #CulturalCelebration #FourSisterTribes #OodhamTradition

Join UNITY for an unforgettable evening celebrating O’odham culture, song, and dance — recognizing the aboriginal lands of the O’odham during the UNITY Midyear Conference!

Saturday, January 17, 2026
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sheraton Downtown Phoenix | 3rd Floor Ballroom

Experience the beauty of the O’odham Cu:dk (Traditional Round Dance), special performances by the Four Sister Tribes, and social dancing that honors the heartbeat of our people. The night closes with a Chicken Scratch Dance featuring Group Passion!

Come dance, celebrate, and honor the traditions that unite us!

#OodhamCudk #ChickenScratchDance #Waila #CulturalCelebration #FourSisterTribes #OodhamTradition
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Attention Western Region Youth!

You’re invited to join your UNITY Area Representatives for a regional meet-up designed to foster connection, leadership, and meaningful dialogue. This is a valuable opportunity to engage with fellow youth, discuss important issues, and participate in interactive activities.

🔗  Register here: Link in bio or go to unityinc.org/quicklinks

Please Note: The Southwest Region Fall Meetup has been postponed, with a new date to be announced. We appreciate your patience and will share updates as soon as they are available.

Attention Western Region Youth!

You’re invited to join your UNITY Area Representatives for a regional meet-up designed to foster connection, leadership, and meaningful dialogue. This is a valuable opportunity to engage with fellow youth, discuss important issues, and participate in interactive activities.

🔗 Register here: Link in bio or go to unityinc.org/quicklinks

Please Note: The Southwest Region Fall Meetup has been postponed, with a new date to be announced. We appreciate your patience and will share updates as soon as they are available.
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🎓 Balancing College & Community 
Navajo Earth Ambassador Vydell Willie is proving that leadership doesn't pause when life gets busy—it grows. From presenting at chapter meetings to starting his first semester at NAU, Vydell is finding strength in balancing education with service.

Whether he's requesting support from tribal leaders, honoring elders, or advancing a community project, his commitment to uplifting others remains at the heart of his journey.

“This month taught me the importance of balance and commitment… Every meeting, email, and conversation reminded me why I do this work.” — Vydell Willie

📖Read how Vydell is turning transition into transformation:
🔗 https://unityinc.org/balancing-college-and-community-vydell-willie-steps-into-leadership/

🎓 Balancing College & Community
Navajo Earth Ambassador Vydell Willie is proving that leadership doesn`t pause when life gets busy—it grows. From presenting at chapter meetings to starting his first semester at NAU, Vydell is finding strength in balancing education with service.

Whether he`s requesting support from tribal leaders, honoring elders, or advancing a community project, his commitment to uplifting others remains at the heart of his journey.

“This month taught me the importance of balance and commitment… Every meeting, email, and conversation reminded me why I do this work.” — Vydell Willie

📖Read how Vydell is turning transition into transformation:
🔗 https://unityinc.org/balancing-college-and-community-vydell-willie-steps-into-leadership/
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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.
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“The gathering, the sharing of cultures, the UNITY of our people!”

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“Our YOUTH is the future!”

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“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.”

Darlene
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“Great organization that allows empowerment for the Native youth to excel in leadership skills, networking opportunity, and early professional growth.”

Kay
Kay

“Awesome for youth group & leadership.”

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