“Kiara Tanta-Quidgeon: Building Healing and Connection for Indigenous Youth” “The overwhelming feeling of wishing I could go back in time to hug my younger self and tell her everything is going to be okay is not unfamiliar to me,” shares Kiara Tanta-Quidgeon, a proud Mohegan tribal member and UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee. These words […]
Gabriella Nakai, a proud citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and the Navajo Nation, understands that true leadership means honoring the past, serving the present, and creating pathways for future generations. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee, Gabriella spent the fall and winter seasons demonstrating servant leadership that uplifts Indigenous communities across the […]
United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY), in partnership with the Center for Native American Youth and the White House, co-hosted the 2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum in Washington, D.C. The event, held at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services building, brought together nearly 150 Native youth leaders nationwide to engage in […]
Anagali Duncan Amplifies Indigenous Voices Through Literature “As Indigenous people, we are inherently world-builders,” shared Anagali (Shace) Duncan, a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree and founder of the 7 Ravens Nonprofit. With this vision in mind, Anagali has launched the Rising Voices Indigenous Book Drop, an inspiring initiative to bring Indigenous stories and perspectives to […]
“Fighting for Change: Kiara Tanta-Quidgeon Represents the Mohegan Tribe at the White House Tribal Youth Forum” Kiara Tanta-Quidgeon’s heart is filled with purpose, and it’s clear that her mission is to empower and inspire the next generation of Native leaders. “It is us—the youth—who are truly going to be the change we wish to see […]
November was a month of major achievements and heartfelt service for Georgia Harjo. Her commitment to Native youth and culture came alive through school presentations, leadership victories, and historic moments. A State Champion for Cultural Knowledge On November 1st, Georgia led the IVY Council team to victory in the Oklahoma Indian Challenge Bowl. As team […]
Leading with Creativity at the Annual Youth Conference Evelyn Enos, an Akimel O’odham and Tohono O’odham youth leader and UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, continues to exemplify servant leadership through her active involvement in community events. During the Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council’s Annual Youth Conference, Evelyn facilitated a zine workshop, guiding participants in expressing their […]
Alyssa Mosley, a proud citizen of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation of Bridgeton, New Jersey, embodies the essence of servant leadership. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee, she has dedicated herself to cultural revitalization, intertribal connection, and advocacy for Indigenous sovereignty. Her recent endeavors have taken her across borders and into dialogues that honor […]
In a powerful convergence of culture and leadership, UNITY’s Executive Committee traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, to participate in the 81st Annual National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Convention. The convention served as a vital platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the celebration of tribal sovereignty and self-determination. This year marked the third year of partnership […]
“Leading Through Knowledge: Natalie Battiest’s Path to Empowering Native Communities” The power of research as a tool for transformation is at the heart of Natalie Battiest’s leadership as a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree. A proud member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, her dedication to community-based research highlights how Native youth can inspire progress, […]
