Statistics show there were more than 5,700 known incidents in the U.S. of missing and murdered Indigenous women reported to the National Crime Information Center in 2016, a sad reality 25 Under 25 Awardee Jazmine Wildcat says needs more attention. “This is a subject that means a lot to me. I feel that our Native women are the backbone of our people and as life-givers, our people cease to exist if we do not protect them,” said Wildcat, a member of the Northern Arapaho Nation. Her passion on the issue led her to host a Red Dress special at Northern Arapaho Powwow in Arapaho, Wyoming.
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Last Updated: December 12, 2018
NEW Community Changemaker Grants for Native Youth-led Health Project
Community Changemaker Grants
Community Changemaker Grants are small amounts of money ($250) that can help supercharge a YOUTH-led and YOUTH-planned health event. Read More
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Last Updated: December 6, 2018
UNITY Youth hosts Red Dress Special honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Statistics show there were more than 5,700 known incidents in the U.S. of missing and murdered Indigenous women reported to the National Crime Information Center in 2016, a sad reality 25 Under 25 Awardee Jazmine Wildcat says needs more attention. “This is a subject that means a lot to me. I feel that our Native women are the backbone of our people and as life-givers, our people cease to exist if we do not protect them,” said Wildcat, a member of the Northern Arapaho Nation. Her passion on the issue led her to host a Red Dress special at Northern Arapaho Powwow in Arapaho, Wyoming.
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Last Updated: December 6, 2018
UNITY 25 Under 25 supports Mesa Community College Native American Day
Mesa Community College hosted its first Native American Day late last month in Mesa, Arizona. The event was hosted by MCC’s I.S.O Club which stands for Intertribal Student Organization a school club, which works hard to bring awareness to Native issues and to make sure all Natives feel welcome to the college. The event was the brainchild of Miss Colorado River Indian Tribes Audri Mitchell, 25 Under 25 Awardee, who who serves as the I.S.O Club President. The event aligns with her platform to encourage youth to be more involved in their cultural teachings. Read More
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Posted: December 3, 2018
UNITY Executive Director speaks at McNary Elementary School
“How many of you are the oldest child in your family?” asked UNITY’s Executive Director Mary Kim Titla to students at McNary Elementary school. Many raised their hands. “How many of you are the middle child?” More raised their hands. “How many of you are the babies of the family?” The last of the hands went up in the school gymnasium where all 135 students K-12 recently gathered to hear Titla’s presentation during Native American Heritage Month. Read More
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Posted: December 3, 2018
Monument Valley youth councils shine at Utah conference
In front of dozens of high school educators and parents, members of three UNITY affiliated youth councils in Monument Valley proudly shared the impact their community service projects are making in their communities. UNITY clubs at Monument Valley High School, San Juan High School and Whitehorse High School recently shared their experiences during a workshop at the 25th Annual Heritage Language conference hosted by the San Juan School District in Monument Valley, Utah. Read More
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Last Updated: December 6, 2018
UNITY youth featured at Orme Dam Victory Days
UNITY youth took center stage at the 37th Annual Orme Dam Victory Days celebration hosted by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation in Arizona. As a result of its long-standing relationship with the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, UNITY gladly partnered with the tribe to coordinate cultural performances during the three-day event. In honor of the theme “Yavapai Youth of Tomorrow” four UNITY youth councils and other youth presented their traditional songs and dances at the Yavapai Village located at the tribe’s fairground site.
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Posted: November 21, 2018
Guarantee your Discounted Rate! Book your room today for the 2019 UNITY National Conference
The 2019 National UNITY Conference host hotel is now taking room reservations! Click HERE to reserve your room at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, FL under the discounted UNITY rate. Call for more information: 877-382-7299
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Last Updated: November 26, 2018
Former UNITY Co-President and UNITY Alumnus takes story to TEDx Talk stage
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Last Updated: November 21, 2018
Executive Committee Meets in Grand Ronde for Retreat Training
Earlier this month, the National UNITY Council Executive Committee (NUC EC) hosted their retreat at the Spirit Mountain Casino in Grand Ronde, Oregon. The NUC EC engaged in numerous topics including campaign building discussions and strategies. The trainings were led by UNITY facilitator and former NUC Executive Committee Co-President, Juanita Toledo.
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Last Updated: November 21, 2018
Wellness Warriors Releases Fall Poster Collection
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