Ready to lead? The National UNITY Council (NUC) is accepting petitions for Area Representative and Co-President (Female and Male) positions on the Executive Committee. This is your opportunity to represent Native youth, uplift your region, and help shape the future of Indigenous leadership. Available Positions: Area Representatives from UNITY’s ten regions Co-Presidents (must be former […]
The 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference provided powerful platforms for Native youth to explore their deep connection to the Earth and the responsibility they hold as caretakers of sacred lands. The environmental workshops centered Indigenous knowledge, spiritual values, and collective activism as tools to protect the future of tribal communities. These sessions uplifted youth voices as […]
At the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference, Native youth took powerful steps toward self-sufficiency and leadership by participating in workshops focused on financial literacy and entrepreneurship. These sessions aligned with UNITY’s mission to equip young leaders with the knowledge and tools to thrive economically while staying grounded in cultural values. From budgeting basics to brand building, […]
At the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference, Native youth explored wellness through a cultural lens—connecting physical, mental, and spiritual health with identity and community. UNITY’s goal to build a stronger sense of belonging among Native youth was fully realized in workshops that empowered them to embrace traditional teachings while gaining modern tools for healing and resilience. […]
The 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference fostered healing through powerful conversations around the intersection of culture, mental health, and community leadership. UNITY’s cultural wellness workshops helped Native youth strengthen their sense of belonging by encouraging them to explore how traditional knowledge, spiritual teachings, and community connections can be powerful tools for mental health and personal growth. […]
At this year’s UNITY Midyear Conference, Native youth stepped into the future by engaging in workshops celebrating their role as innovators and problem-solvers in technology, engineering, and broadband development. These career-based sessions supported UNITY’s broader goals to expand Native youth access to STEM education and equip them for careers that directly benefit their communities. In […]
At the heart of the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference was the celebration of cultural knowledge passed down through generations. From languages to crafting traditions, UNITY workshops gave Native youth the tools to engage with ancestral teachings in modern ways. These sessions reminded young people that by learning traditional practices, they are not just keeping culture […]
Are you a Native youth artist with a passion for design? Here’s your chance to showcase your creativity! UNITY is inviting Native youth ages 14 to 24 to submit their original artwork for the 2025 National UNITY Conference Logo Contest. The winning design will be used on promotional materials for this summer’s National UNITY Conference […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Mary Kim Titla headquarters@unityinc.org Phoenix, Ariz. – The 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference brought together a record number of Native youth, advisors, and tribal leaders for a transformative four-day event centered on leadership development, advocacy, and cultural sharing. Held February 7-9 at the Sheraton Downtown Phoenix, this […]
Girl Scouts REFLECT ON THEIR TIME AT the UNITY Midyear Conference At the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference, young Native women took center stage in leadership development through UNITY’s ongoing partnership with the Girl Scouts. Aiyana Wellington, 6th Grade, of Chinle, AZ, joined Shiloh Saganey, 12th Grade, of San Tan Valley, for this year’s annual event. […]
