Native Youth Participate in UNITY’s New Healing Circle Training in Gila River Gila River youth leaders help introduce research-informed curriculum focused on cultural connection, peer support, and community wellness planning. GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY, Ariz. — Native youth from across the Phoenix metropolitan area participated in UNITY’s HealingCircle training October 3–4, 2026, at the Huhugam […]
Native Youth Turn Environmental Education into Action at UNITY’s Northeast Earth Ambassadors Gathering SALAMANCA, N.Y. — Native youth gathered October 10–12, 2026, for UNITY’s first Northeast Earth Ambassadors Regional Gathering, hosted in partnership with the Seneca Nation of Indians. The three-day training brought young leaders together for cultural education, environmental stewardship, leadership development, and community […]
UNITY Launches Digital Storytelling Training in Portland, Oregon New UNITY Talks curriculum connects Native youth with Indigenous media professionals and hands-on storytelling opportunities. PORTLAND, OR. — United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY) launched its new UNITY Talks Digital Storytelling Training on October 16–18, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. The three-day pilot training brought together Native […]
World Suicide Prevention DayStart the Conversation. Strengthen Connection.Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, a time to come together and remind our Native youth that they are needed, valued, and never alone.Every conversation matters. Every connection matters. And sometimes, simply taking the time to check on someone can open the door to the support they need. […]
Yá’át’ééh (hello), my name is Mia Kanuho and I am a Diné Violin Player. At just 16, I was given the biggest opportunity, which was to play at the historical venue, Carnegie Hall, in New York City. I was given the news about this achievement when I had found out I made it into the […]
UNITY Model Call Have you ever had aspirations of walking the runway at a fashion show? Well, dream no further! UNITY will be celebrating our 10th Anniversary Fashion Show at the 2026 National UNITY Conference in Oklahoma City! UNITY’s very first fashion show originated in Oklahoma City in 2016 and since then we have had […]
A Legacy 50 Years in the Making: UNITY Celebrates Its Golden Anniversary Mesa, AZ — United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY), the nation’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to Native youth leadership development, today announced two inspiring keynote speakers for its 2026 National Conference, taking place this summer in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NBA athlete Lindy […]
