🌍 Meet the 2025–2026 UNITY Earth Ambassadors! All May long, we’re spotlighting inspiring Native youth leaders making waves in environmental advocacy.
🌿Nizhoni Deschene (Navajo Nation & Turtle Mountain Chippewa)
At just 17, Nizhoni is a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, entrepreneur, and activist with a 4.46 GPA. He’s headed to UC Berkeley this fall! Founder of @TheSkateSkateCycle, he’s all about Indigenous youth empowerment, fashion, and environmental justice.
🗣 “Being an environmental ambassador means bridging people and nature—uplifting Indigenous knowledge and protecting sacred lands.”
🌿 Vydell Willie (Navajo Nation)
Vydell, 18, is a climate advocate blending tradition and science. From wildfire research to MMIP awareness, he’s committed to change. With a 3.96 GPA and leadership roles in and out of school, he’s already making a big impact.
🗣 “Being an environmental ambassador means leading sustainability efforts while honoring Navajo values.”
Stay tuned all month as we introduce the full Circle of Earth Ambassadors! ✨
#UNITYEarthAmbassadors #IndigenousYouthLeadership #EnvironmentalJustice #ProtectSacredLands
🌍 Meet the 2025–2026 UNITY Earth Ambassadors! All May long, we’re spotlighting inspiring Native youth leaders making waves in environmental advocacy.
🌿Nizhoni Deschene (Navajo Nation & Turtle Mountain Chippewa)
At just 17, Nizhoni is a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, entrepreneur, and activist with a 4.46 GPA. He’s headed to UC Berkeley this fall! Founder of @TheSkateSkateCycle, he’s all about Indigenous youth empowerment, fashion, and environmental justice.
🗣 “Being an environmental ambassador means bridging people and nature—uplifting Indigenous knowledge and protecting sacred lands.”
🌿 Vydell Willie (Navajo Nation)
Vydell, 18, is a climate advocate blending tradition and science. From wildfire research to MMIP awareness, he’s committed to change. With a 3.96 GPA and leadership roles in and out of school, he’s already making a big impact.
🗣 “Being an environmental ambassador means leading sustainability efforts while honoring Navajo values.”
Stay tuned all month as we introduce the full Circle of Earth Ambassadors! ✨
#UNITYEarthAmbassadors #IndigenousYouthLeadership #EnvironmentalJustice #ProtectSacredLands
☀️ Summer Interns Wanted! ☀️
UNITY is seeking two college students who wish to learn about non-profit work and engage in hands-on opportunities that further the organization`s mission. Please click link in bio to view the summer internship application.
Note: This is a quick turnaround! The internship is an in-person position, with applications due by June 2nd.
☀️ Summer Interns Wanted! ☀️
UNITY is seeking two college students who wish to learn about non-profit work and engage in hands-on opportunities that further the organization`s mission. Please click link in bio to view the summer internship application.
Note: This is a quick turnaround! The internship is an in-person position, with applications due by June 2nd.
🚨 Happening TODAY! 🚨
Native youth & chaperones — tune in for our Safety Webinar led by Mary Kim Titla, UNITY Executive Director, with special guests!
Let’s talk about how we can stay safe and support each other as strong Native communities. 💪🏽🛡️
🗓️ Today – May 21 at 4PM PST
Don’t miss it!
🚨 Happening TODAY! 🚨
Native youth & chaperones — tune in for our Safety Webinar led by Mary Kim Titla, UNITY Executive Director, with special guests!
Let’s talk about how we can stay safe and support each other as strong Native communities. 💪🏽🛡️
🗓️ Today – May 21 at 4PM PST
Don’t miss it!
🚨 Happening TOMORROW! 🚨
Native youth & chaperones — don’t miss this important Safety Webinar led by Mary Kim Titla, UNITY Executive Director, with special guests joining the conversation!
Let’s come together to talk safety, support, and strength at the 2025 National UNITY Conference.
🔗 https://ow.ly/aNQa50VW4lp
🚨 Happening TOMORROW! 🚨
Native youth & chaperones — don’t miss this important Safety Webinar led by Mary Kim Titla, UNITY Executive Director, with special guests joining the conversation!
Let’s come together to talk safety, support, and strength at the 2025 National UNITY Conference.
🔗 https://ow.ly/aNQa50VW4lp
🚨 Attention Students - DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨
The Golda Cook, JR Cook, and Norman DesRosiers Scholarships just DOUBLED in value! 📣 Each awardee will now receive $4,000 — up from $2,000! 💸 Plus, the Norman DesRosiers Scholarship is awarded over a 2-year term.
Good news — the application deadline has been extended to May 30th! ⏳ Don’t miss this opportunity!
Thanks you to our Sponsors
🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more and apply today!
🚨 Attention Students - DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨
The Golda Cook, JR Cook, and Norman DesRosiers Scholarships just DOUBLED in value! 📣 Each awardee will now receive $4,000 — up from $2,000! 💸 Plus, the Norman DesRosiers Scholarship is awarded over a 2-year term.
Good news — the application deadline has been extended to May 30th! ⏳ Don’t miss this opportunity!
Thanks you to our Sponsors
🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more and apply today!
🎓 Calling All 2025 Grads! 🎓
Graduation is here and we want to spotlight YOU!
📸 Tag us with your graduation picture to be featured on our story.
We’re proud of every Native Youth taking steps toward a brighter future through education.
#ClassOf2025 #IndigenousExcellence #NativeYouth #NativeGrad
🎓 Calling All 2025 Grads! 🎓
Graduation is here and we want to spotlight YOU!
📸 Tag us with your graduation picture to be featured on our story.
We’re proud of every Native Youth taking steps toward a brighter future through education.
#ClassOf2025 #IndigenousExcellence #NativeYouth #NativeGrad
Meet one of your UNITY Support Team Members: Sheldon Smith 🔥
We’re excited to welcome Sheldon Smith — Native advocate, motivational speaker, and performer — to the UNITY Support team!
Sheldon has dedicated his life to empowering Native youth across the country, helping them unlock their potential through leadership, self-care, cultural pride, and spiritual strength.
Through storytelling, breaking barriers, and living his entrepreneurial journey, Sheldon brings energy, wisdom, and purpose to every space he enters. 🌟
Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and challenged to grow. #UNITYSD2025
Meet one of your UNITY Support Team Members: Sheldon Smith 🔥
We’re excited to welcome Sheldon Smith — Native advocate, motivational speaker, and performer — to the UNITY Support team!
Sheldon has dedicated his life to empowering Native youth across the country, helping them unlock their potential through leadership, self-care, cultural pride, and spiritual strength.
Through storytelling, breaking barriers, and living his entrepreneurial journey, Sheldon brings energy, wisdom, and purpose to every space he enters. 🌟
Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and challenged to grow. #UNITYSD2025
Do you have a passion for style, culture, and confidence?
Here’s your chance to SHINE on the runway at the 2025 National UNITY Conference!
We are casting NOW for our Native Youth Fashion Show — and we want YOU to represent your community, your creativity, and your voice.
No experience needed — just bring your pride, personality, and presence.
✨ Submit to be chosen today!
🔗 Link in bio.
Do you have a passion for style, culture, and confidence?
Here’s your chance to SHINE on the runway at the 2025 National UNITY Conference!
We are casting NOW for our Native Youth Fashion Show — and we want YOU to represent your community, your creativity, and your voice.
No experience needed — just bring your pride, personality, and presence.
✨ Submit to be chosen today!
🔗 Link in bio.
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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