Get Involved Our partners at the Center for Native American Youth are excited to offer a great opportunity to make a real impact ahead of the 2024 election! In partnership with the National Urban Indian Family Coalition (NUIFC), they are offering additional funding available to help bring your community engagement project to life. To qualify, your […]
For Watson Whitford, the National UNITY Council Male Co-President and a proud member of the Chippewa Cree and Navajo Nations, leadership means more than guiding others—it’s about grounding himself in tradition, serving his community, and inspiring other young Native men to find their strength through culture. Watson’s journey this summer has been one of deep […]
For O’Shay Birdinground, an Apsáalooke youth leader and Rocky Mountain Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, leadership is more than holding a position—it’s about being a mentor, preserving culture, and fostering community pride. Through his active involvement in powwows and cultural celebrations, O’Shay demonstrates how Native traditions not only shape personal identity but […]
For Sophie Landin, a proud member of the MHA Nation and a representative on the National UNITY Council’s Executive Committee, leadership is not just about making decisions—it’s about fostering collaboration, building community, and embodying the values that have guided Native American communities for generations. Through grassroots initiatives in her hometown of White Shield, North Dakota, […]
In a historic moment during the National UNITY Council’s (NUC) business meeting in Portland, Oregon, Native youth leaders from over 300 youth councils came together to identify and adopt the Top Ten Issues facing Native youth for 2024-25. These issues reflect the most pressing challenges experienced by Native communities nationwide and serve as a call […]
For Jamie Crowe, a proud member of the Pueblo of Tesuque and the Southwest Representative on the National UNITY Council’s Executive Committee, leadership is more than an individual journey—it’s about reaching back and lifting others. Through UNITY’s Healing Circle training, Jamie is not only growing as a leader but also mentoring the next generation of […]
The Native America Hear Our Voices Arise (NAHOVA) Youth Council from the Nez Perce Tribe has been named the 2024 UNITY Youth Council of the Year, an honor recognizing their remarkable community impact. Embodying UNITY’s mission of inspiring hope and changing lives, NAHOVA overcame recruitment challenges and achieved significant growth. Their standout accomplishments include organizing […]
For O’Shay Birdinground, an Apsáalooke youth leader and Rocky Mountain Representative on the National UNITY Council’s Executive Committee, leadership is rooted in the wisdom of his ancestors and the traditions of his people. This summer, O’Shay participated in a vision quest with his local youth council, Ak Bacheeitchilewioosh, or “Those Who Will Become Leaders,” in […]
Kaylee Evans, a proud member of the Haliwa-Saponi and Lumbee Tribes, embodies the transformative power of UNITY’s youth leadership programs. As the newly elected Southeastern Representative for the National UNITY Council, Kaylee has taken full advantage of opportunities to grow as a leader while inspiring other Native youth to pursue higher education and meaningful careers. […]
Each year, the UNITY (United National Indian Tribal Youth) Inc. movement stands as a beacon of hope, empowerment, and strategic action, bringing together Native youth from across the nation in an unparalleled display of leadership and collective impact. Representing over 300 youth councils, UNITY’s delegation of youth leaders is a testament to the diversity and […]
