🌟 Do you know a Native youth creating real change? 🌟
Nominations are open for UNITY’s 25 Under 25, a national leadership recognition honoring 25 inspiring Native American & Alaska Native youth under the age of 25 who are making a difference in their communities. ✨
This program celebrates young leaders who show dedication to culture, service, advocacy, and uplifting others. If someone in your community is leading with heart and purpose, now is the time to recognize them!
🔥 Submit a nomination or apply today — applications close March 31st.
🌟 Do you know a Native youth creating real change? 🌟
Nominations are open for UNITY’s 25 Under 25, a national leadership recognition honoring 25 inspiring Native American & Alaska Native youth under the age of 25 who are making a difference in their communities. ✨
This program celebrates young leaders who show dedication to culture, service, advocacy, and uplifting others. If someone in your community is leading with heart and purpose, now is the time to recognize them!
🔥 Submit a nomination or apply today — applications close March 31st.
Calling all UNITY advisors! Join us for our monthly Advisor Coffee Hour, a virtual gathering held every 3rd Wednesday of the month. This is a relaxed space to connect with fellow advisors from across the network, share ideas, and support one another in the work we do with Native youth.
During Coffee Hour you can:
• Connect with advisors from across the UNITY community
• Share successes, challenges, and best practices
• Learn about helpful resources and upcoming opportunities
• Build stronger relationships with fellow mentors and leaders
Bring your coffee, tea, or favorite drink and join the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there! ☕
Calling all UNITY advisors! Join us for our monthly Advisor Coffee Hour, a virtual gathering held every 3rd Wednesday of the month. This is a relaxed space to connect with fellow advisors from across the network, share ideas, and support one another in the work we do with Native youth.
During Coffee Hour you can:
• Connect with advisors from across the UNITY community
• Share successes, challenges, and best practices
• Learn about helpful resources and upcoming opportunities
• Build stronger relationships with fellow mentors and leaders
Bring your coffee, tea, or favorite drink and join the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there! ☕
✨ 50 Years of Leadership ✨
As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of UNITY, we’re honoring the leaders who have helped guide and strengthen the organization over the years.
Today we’re highlighting J’Shon Lee, who served as a UNITY Co-President from 2009–2011 alongside Victor Fuentes.
J’Shon is White Mountain Apache from Hondah, Arizona. She is of the Butterfly Clan and born for the Pinetree People. Reflecting on her time with UNITY, J’Shon shared that she wholeheartedly values the care, learning, and friendships that came with serving on the National UNITY Council.
Thank you, J’Shon, for your leadership and dedication to Native youth. Your impact continues to inspire the next generation of UNITY leaders.
#50YearsOfLeadership #UNITYat50 #UNITYOK2026 #WomensHistoryMonth
✨ 50 Years of Leadership ✨
As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of UNITY, we’re honoring the leaders who have helped guide and strengthen the organization over the years.
Today we’re highlighting J’Shon Lee, who served as a UNITY Co-President from 2009–2011 alongside Victor Fuentes.
J’Shon is White Mountain Apache from Hondah, Arizona. She is of the Butterfly Clan and born for the Pinetree People. Reflecting on her time with UNITY, J’Shon shared that she wholeheartedly values the care, learning, and friendships that came with serving on the National UNITY Council.
Thank you, J’Shon, for your leadership and dedication to Native youth. Your impact continues to inspire the next generation of UNITY leaders.
#50YearsOfLeadership #UNITYat50 #UNITYOK2026 #WomensHistoryMonth
🚨 Great Plains Region Youth Meet-Up 🚨
Hey UNITY youth! It’s time for the Great Plains Regional Meet-Up on March 12th with your regional Executive Committee representative. This is a great opportunity to:
• Connect with youth leaders from across the Great Plains
• Share your ideas and priorities for our region
• Collaborate on fundraising and service project ideas
• Make your voice heard on the issues that matter to YOU
Let’s build stronger connections, create new opportunities, and represent the Great Plains with pride. Join us using the link below!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CP81Aw8dQ2OQdw5xA2nOGw
🚨 Great Plains Region Youth Meet-Up 🚨
Hey UNITY youth! It’s time for the Great Plains Regional Meet-Up on March 12th with your regional Executive Committee representative. This is a great opportunity to:
• Connect with youth leaders from across the Great Plains
• Share your ideas and priorities for our region
• Collaborate on fundraising and service project ideas
• Make your voice heard on the issues that matter to YOU
Let’s build stronger connections, create new opportunities, and represent the Great Plains with pride. Join us using the link below!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CP81Aw8dQ2OQdw5xA2nOGw
Celebrate 50 years of UNITY with our limited-edition merchandise! Get yours now before they’re gone! #unityok2026 #UNITY #NativeYouth
Celebrate 50 years of UNITY with our limited-edition merchandise! Get yours now before they’re gone! #unityok2026 #UNITY #NativeYouth
🌟 Know a young Native leader making an impact? 🌟 Nominations are open for UNITY’s 25 Under 25 — a national youth leadership recognition program celebrating 25 outstanding Native American & Alaska Native youth under 25 who are shaping their communities and uplifting others. ✨
This is your chance to spotlight bold leadership, cultural pride, community service, and resilience — and applications are due by March 31st! 🔥 Apply or nominate someone incredible today!
🌟 Know a young Native leader making an impact? 🌟 Nominations are open for UNITY’s 25 Under 25 — a national youth leadership recognition program celebrating 25 outstanding Native American & Alaska Native youth under 25 who are shaping their communities and uplifting others. ✨
This is your chance to spotlight bold leadership, cultural pride, community service, and resilience — and applications are due by March 31st! 🔥 Apply or nominate someone incredible today!
Can you guess these UNITY Alumni? Hint: these pictures are from the last time UNITY hosted in OKC. #ThrowbackThursday
Can you guess these UNITY Alumni? Hint: these pictures are from the last time UNITY hosted in OKC. #ThrowbackThursday
Did you apply for UNITY’s 25 under 25 Leadership Award yet?
It’s quick. It’s easy. And we’re walking you through it step by step in this video.
Ready to apply?
Step 1: Nomination Form
Step 2: Youth Personal Statement
https://unityinc.org/25-under-25/
Your leadership story deserves the spotlight.
Apply today!
#UNITY25u25 #NativeYouth
Did you apply for UNITY’s 25 under 25 Leadership Award yet?
It’s quick. It’s easy. And we’re walking you through it step by step in this video.
Ready to apply?
Step 1: Nomination Form
Step 2: Youth Personal Statement
https://unityinc.org/25-under-25/
Your leadership story deserves the spotlight.
Apply today!
#UNITY25u25 #NativeYouth
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.”
