Do you have knowledge, skills, or experiences to share with Native youth? UNITY is now accepting workshop proposals for the 2025 National UNITY Conference, taking place June 27 – July 1, 2025, in San Diego, California, at the Town & Country Resort.
Workshops will be held on Saturday, June 28, and Monday, June 30, offering an exciting opportunity for presenters to engage and inspire Native youth in a safe, interactive, and empowering environment. We are seeking dynamic, engaging, and creative workshops that promote learning and personal growth for youth ages 14-24.
Workshop Submission Details
📅 Submission Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2025
📩 Selection Notification: Friday, April 18, 2025
Workshop Dates & Times
Saturday, June 28
- Session I: 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (15-minute break)
- Session II: 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Session III: 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
- Session IV: 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Monday, June 30
- Session I: 10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- Session II: 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
- Session III: 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
- Session IV: 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Workshop Themes & Topics
UNITY encourages presenters to be fun, interactive, and engaging, utilizing peer-to-peer learning whenever possible. The conference agenda focuses on spiritual, physical, mental, and social well-being, and workshops may cover (but are not limited to) the following topics:
✔ College & Career Readiness
✔ Leadership Development
✔ Substance Abuse & Suicide Prevention
✔ Cultural Sharing & Language Revitalization
✔ Environmental Stewardship & Climate Action
✔ Mental Health & Wellness Strategies
Presenter Responsibilities & Equipment Information
Please note:
- All workshop presenters are responsible for supplying their own workshop materials, supplies, and copies of handouts.
- Audio and visual equipment, including projectors, screens, and cords, are not provided by UNITY, Inc.
- Workshop presenters have the option to rent a screen and projector directly from the Town & Country Resort or bring their own equipment.
- Honorariums are not provided for any of the workshop presentations.
Why Present?
Hosting a workshop at the largest gathering of Native youth in the country is an incredible opportunity to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of leaders. Whether you are a youth leader, educator, professional, or elder, your voice and knowledge can make a difference!
Email questions to: workshops@unityinc.org
How to Apply
Submit your workshop online proposal here: https://unity.socialsolutionsportal.com/apricot-intake/9d903989-0f57-4762-81f7-8b5ef5fad1a5
The 2025 National UNITY Conference will be an unforgettable experience, and we can’t wait to see the exciting workshops you bring to the table.
Submit your proposal by April 4, 2025!