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Calling All UNITY Family to Connect

Click HERE to update your contact information with UNITY. We are proud to launch a new and improved national native network database called UNITY Connect. Not only should Native Youth and Youth Councils update their information, but we are also seeking to update contacts for partnering organizations, tribal leaders, alumni, and other resources. Please take […]

RAISING AWARENESS OF THE IMPACT CLIMATE CHANGE HAS ON COMMUNITY WELLNESS

Brown University, March 3, 2023, Pictured, above: Anagali (Shace) Duncan smiles in Brown apparel at his high school athletic field. Sequoyah High School is a boarding school for Indigenous students in grades 7-12. Meet 20-year-old environmental advocate Anagali (Shace) Duncan of the Cherokee Nation. “Respect, humility, and reciprocity describe Anagali best” shared Laura Smith, Program Coordinator with […]

Submit Your Annual Membership Report to Apply for the 2023 Youth Council of the Year Award

2023 UNITY Youth Council of the Year Award Each year the national native network recognizes one outstanding Youth Council to receive this prestigious award at the Gala during the National UNITY Conference. This award is based on the community impact of the community service projects that the Youth Council describe in their Bi-Annual Membership Reports. […]

Nominate Your Advisor for the 2023 UNITY J.R. Cook Advisor of the Year Award

2023 UNITY J.R. Cook Advisor of the Year Award Deadline: May 31, 2023 at 5:00 pm (Phoenix-MST) Application Link: https://forms.gle/4pb4kF9rCraKCFof9 This award is named after UNITY’s late former and first Executive Director. JR Cook was a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. UNITY values the dedication of the many individuals who provide adult leadership and nurture and […]

Accepting Nominations for the 2023 Eddie Wadda Alumni of the Year Award

2023 Eddie Wadda Alumni of the Year Award Deadline: May 31, 2023 at 5:00 pm (Phoenix-MST) Application Link: https://forms.gle/4u7mv1cQmvCR7fGN8 Do you know a UNITY alum who should be recognized for their outstanding achievement and contributions to the Native American community? UNITY is accepting nominations for its prestigious Eddie Wadda Alumni of the Year award. The purpose […]

UNITY is seeking Native youth to serve on Executive Committee

The 2023-24 National UNITY Council Declaration of Candidacy Petition Online Application process is now open. This petition is for National UNITY Council (NUC) members who are interested in running for regional area representative positions and Co-Presidents (Female and Male) on the NUC Executive Committee. Members petitioning must be in good standing in order for their […]

Healing the Land Webinar

Friends and Relatives, On April 20, at 1:00 pm (ET), join our moderator, Joel Moffett (Nez Perce), and Indigenous leaders Valerie Nuvayestewa (Hopi/Tewa), Margo Robbins (Yurok) and Julia Bernal (Sandia Pueblo), as they discuss vital healing work and how philanthropy can better support Indigenous-led nonprofits and community organizations. About the Series: Native Americans in Philanthropy […]

HEALING THE SPIRIT OF NATIVE YOUTH TOWN HALLS

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 […]