On Halloween, Midwest Region Rep Marla Mesarina set up a UNITY booth in Cass Lake Minnesota on the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reservation where she was happy to answer questions about what UNITY is and how youth can get involved. Marla was giving out candy and having the youth and adults write their […]
The Peninsula College Indigenous Language Programs had the opportunity to attend the 11th Annual Indigenous Language Institute Symposium (Oct. 23-25, 2023) in Albuquerque, New Mexico on the beautiful homelands of the Sandia Pueblo. This year’s Symposium upheld the theme “Our Indigenous Languages in 50 Years: An Optimistic Vision.” This optimistic vision looks ahead to the […]
During the season of giving, the Mvskoke Nation Youth Council (MNYC) embraced the spirit of generosity by participating in the Angel Tree Project in partnership with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Children and Family Services program. On November 20, 2023, the Youth Council came together at the MNYS office to wrap up a month-long initiative filled […]
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On November 15, 2023, a dedicated member of the Bear River Youth Council contributed to the preparation for the Tribe’s annual Salmon Ceremony by working on traditional regalia. The youth helped with the creation of ceremonial dresses that would later be worn and danced in during this sacred cultural event. This quiet yet meaningful act […]
In a powerful expression of culture, healing, and community support, seven members of the Native Village of Eyak Tribal Youth Council came together to make and design traditional drums for the Sobriety Celebration in Cordova. These handcrafted drums were contributed to the event’s auction table, serving as both cultural items and meaningful symbols of wellness […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Melissa Kaszuba [email protected] November 3, 2023 UNITY Delegates Secure Lead Roles in 2023 White House Tribal Youth Forum Native youth will engage with national leaders to help strengthen partnerships with Tribal Nations and Native communities Mesa, Ariz. – United National Indian Tribal […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Melissa Kaszuba [email protected] November 1, 2023 UNITY Announces Sponsors/Registration for its Annual Midyear Conference The conference will take place February 2-4 in Phoenix; early bird registration is available through November 15 Mesa, Arizona – The United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY) Midyear Conference […]
On October 27, 2023, the Hualapai Tribal Youth Council partnered with the Public Safety Department to host a community Haunted House in Peach Springs, Arizona. The event welcomed around 50 youth and adults who came out to enjoy a fun and spooky evening together. The Haunted House was offered free of charge, creating an accessible […]
