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February 26, 2026

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From Montana to Saskatchewan: Watson Whitford Builds Community Through Ceremony and Youth Leadership

For Watson Whitford, February was a month centered on community, ceremony, and connecting with Indigenous youth across borders. As Male Co-President of the National UNITY Council Executive Committee and a student leader at Montana State University, Watson continued to support gatherings that strengthen relationships among Indigenous communities. Early in the month, the Montana State University […]

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February 25, 2026

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Healing Through Dance and Leadership Across The East Coast

For Liliana Mars, February was a reminder that leadership and personal wellness often go hand in hand. As the Northeast Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, Liliana spent the month reconnecting with culture, strengthening relationships, and supporting youth councils across the region. At the start of the month, Liliana traveled to Hollywood, Florida, […]

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February 25, 2026

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Reconnecting at Home: Jamie Crowe Supports Youth Leadership in Tesuque Pueblo

Leadership often starts closest to home. For Jamie Crowe of the Pueblo of Tesuque, February was focused on reconnecting with the youth in their own community while balancing a demanding semester of school and professional responsibilities. During Valentine’s Day week, Jamie met with the Tesuque Pueblo Youth Coalition, the youth council serving their Pueblo community. […]

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February 24, 2026

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Leadership in Action: Alina Sanchez Strengthens Community, Prevention, and Youth Leadership

February was a busy and impactful month for Alina Sanchez of the Miwok Wilton Rancheria, who serves as the Pacific Region Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee. Through community engagement, student leadership, and prevention education, Alina continued to demonstrate how youth leaders can create positive change both in their communities and on campus. […]

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February 24, 2026

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Protecting Cultural Resources: Tia Butler Advances Tribal Food Sovereignty and Environmental Stewardship

February was a month of collaboration, education, and hands-on environmental work for Tia Butler of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, who serves as a Northwest Executive Committee Member of the National UNITY Council. Throughout the month, Tia continued her work in community education and environmental stewardship by attending several conferences, workshops, and trainings focused […]

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February 23, 2026

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Honoring Language, Culture, and Community: Amaya Escalante Celebrates Yaqui Leadership

February was a meaningful month of cultural pride, leadership, and community connection for Amaya Escalante of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, who serves on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee representing the Western Region. Throughout the month, Amaya attended several important events that celebrated Indigenous language, culture, and leadership within her community and across Southern Arizona. […]

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February 13, 2026

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Building the Next Generation of Leaders: Liliana Mars at UNITY Midyear

Behind every powerful youth gathering is a team of leaders working tirelessly to make it happen. This January, Liliana Mars of the Narragansett and Navajo Nations dedicated much of her time to preparing for one of UNITY’s most impactful events of the year—the 2026 UNITY Midyear Conference. As a Northeast Executive Committee Member of the […]

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February 12, 2026

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Voices for Change: Mazie Countryman Empowers Youth at UNITY Midyear

When Native youth speak up about the challenges facing their communities, powerful solutions begin to emerge. This January, Mazie Countryman—Northern Arapaho, Eastern Shoshone, Shoshone Bannock, and Navajo leader—helped create that space for change while serving as Co-President of the National UNITY Council Executive Committee. Mazie traveled to Phoenix, Arizona, to attend the 2026 UNITY […]

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February 10, 2026

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Song, Strategy, and Leadership at UNITY Midyear Conference

Leadership takes many forms—planning for the future, uplifting culture, and creating spaces where Native youth can connect and grow. This January, Gabriel Loonsfoot of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi continued to embody that spirit of servant leadership as a Midwest Executive Committee Member of the National UNITY Council. The month began on January 4 with […]

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February 8, 2026

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Jamie Crowe Finds Strength and Purpose at UNITY Midyear

For Jamie Crowe of the Pueblo of Tesuque, January was filled with moments of pride, inspiration, and renewed commitment to Native youth leadership. As a Southwest Executive Committee Member of the National UNITY Council, Jamie began the year by reconnecting with fellow youth leaders and celebrating an important milestone within their family. From January 16–19, […]

From Montana to Saskatchewan: Watson Whitford Builds Community Through Ceremony and Youth Leadership

Healing Through Dance and Leadership Across The East Coast

Reconnecting at Home: Jamie Crowe Supports Youth Leadership in Tesuque Pueblo

Leadership in Action: Alina Sanchez Strengthens Community, Prevention, and Youth Leadership

Protecting Cultural Resources: Tia Butler Advances Tribal Food Sovereignty and Environmental Stewardship

Honoring Language, Culture, and Community: Amaya Escalante Celebrates Yaqui Leadership

Building the Next Generation of Leaders: Liliana Mars at UNITY Midyear

Voices for Change: Mazie Countryman Empowers Youth at UNITY Midyear

Song, Strategy, and Leadership at UNITY Midyear Conference

Jamie Crowe Finds Strength and Purpose at UNITY Midyear

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