We are excited to announce the launch of the UNITY Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contest. This is your chance to inspire and mobilize your community to exercise their right to vote. We seek compelling, original, and impactful non-partisan PSA 1-minute videos. To enter the contest, you must attend at least […]
The National UNITY Council’s Executive Committee invites all youth within the network to sign up for one of the four upcoming virtual Town Halls. The purpose of these town hall meetings are designed to gather Native youth’s views on UNITY’s National Initiative to address wellness and restore tribal support systems. Youth are welcomed to share […]
UNITY is now accepting Speed Workshop submissions to be presented during the 2023 UNITY Midyear Conference The midyear conference will engage more than 400 Native youth from across the country through workshops, breakout sessions, and cultural sharing. We seek workshop leaders from a broad range of fields to participate in the speed workshops at the […]
Click here to read Bank Of America’s announcement: Celebrating the leaders and nonprofits driving progress for communities of color According to the article: Bank of America announced the second group of honorees of its Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award, which recognizes the impactful work of the top five leaders who strive to advance racial […]
Posted on July 20, 2022 by Kim Kalliber By Kalvin Valdillez, Tulalip News A fire was ignited in the heart of downtown Minneapolis on the morning of July 8. Over one hundred Indigenous youth, hailing from tribal nations throughout the country, approached that fire adding their choice of sage, cedar, or tobacco, and guided its smoke over their […]
Highlights included appearances by Native American celebrities and influencers, cultural sharing, and learning opportunities.Mesa, Az – UNITY hosted its annual midyear conference February 25-27 at the Phoenix Hilton Resort at the Peak, bringing together more than 400 attendees from tribal communities across the United States. Keynote speakers included America’s Got Talent finalist Brooke Simpson (Haliwa-Saponi), […]
Every decade, a national survey is conducted that guides the federal government’s funding decisions, congressional apportionment, resource allocation, and much more. The impact that the 2020 Census will have is going to be profound on many levels as it will shape and define every community’s future.
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 […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Becky [email protected] July 27, 2026 50 YEARS OF GENERATIONAL IMPACT: UNITY CELEBRATES GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY WITH LANDMARK NATIONAL CONFERENCE More than 3,000 Native Youth, Tribal Leaders, and Advocates Gathered for Five Days of Cultural Resilience, Leadership Development, and Historic Milestones Phoenix, […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is sharing several community updates, policy developments and health resources supporting Urban Indian Organizations and American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Community members are encouraged to recognize Turquoise Thursday on January 15, 2026, to raise awareness about cervical cancer screening and HPV prevention. Because cervical cancer can develop […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is sharing several recent updates highlighting the work of Urban Indian Organizations, federal policy developments and new resources designed to strengthen health services for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The Fresno American Indian Health Project recently brought together community members, staff and partners to celebrate the opening […]
Healthcare professionals and community-based providers are invited to attend Rethinking Nutrition: Why Traditional Foods Matter in Wellness and Beyond on March 26, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time. The webinar will explore how traditional foods and culturally grounded wellness practices can support whole-person health for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Participants will […]
The National Council of Urban Indian Health is offering a recorded learning resource focused on using storytelling to create stronger and more meaningful health campaigns. Innovating Through Storytelling: Health Campaigns in the Digital Age is part of NCUIH’s Navigating the Future of Health Care Community of Learning series. The session explores how organizations can center […]
