Several hundred Native youth gathered in Oklahoma City in October for the annual AISES National Conference, engaging with inspirational speakers, such as Dr. John Herrington, the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to travel to space, and participating in many networking sessions that promoted STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). UNITY staff and youth leaders connected with participants throughout the conference and with an outreach booth during the College and Career Fair.
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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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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 15, 2018
The Udall Foundation’s Native American Congressional Internship
The Udall Foundation’s Native American Congressional Internship
Opportunity Deadline: January 31st
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Last Updated: November 21, 2018
UNITY Youth Councils Gather to Give Thanks
“It is said that gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision of tomorrow’s young leaders,” stated Governor Gregory Mendoza; FINAL Advisor and UNITY Board Member. The Future Inspired Native American Leaders (FINAL) Youth Council hosted the Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council and Young River Peoples Council for their Annual Thanksgiving Dinner. The event was organized by the FINAL Youth Council Special Projects Committee comprised of youth council members at the Phoenix Indian Center. Read More
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Last Updated: November 7, 2018
UNITY shines light on Bullying Prevention
During National Bullying Prevention/Awareness Month, in fighting for those who’ve dealt with bullying, UNITY wants you to know YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Read More
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Last Updated: November 8, 2018
AISES Conference attracts hundreds of Native youth
Several hundred Native youth gathered in Oklahoma City in October for the annual AISES National Conference, engaging with inspirational speakers, such as Dr. John Herrington, the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to travel to space, and participating in many networking sessions that promoted STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). UNITY staff and youth leaders connected with participants throughout the conference and with an outreach booth during the College and Career Fair.
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Last Updated: November 8, 2018
Arizona youth councils participate in annual recognition day parade
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Last Updated: October 2, 2018
UNITY youth receives Woman to Watch award in North Carolina
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Last Updated: September 12, 2018
Serving in Indonesia as a Peace Corps Volunteer by Sapphire Carter
“I’m resourceful. As a Peace Corps Secondary Education volunteer, I’ve learned to work in situations with little to no available resources, in extreme physical and mental conditions. Even without books, electricity or similarly modern conveniences, I am still able to give my students a quality education.” -Sapphire Carter, 24, Chippewa Cree, UNITY 25 Under 25 Awardee
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Last Updated: September 12, 2018
UNITY in Alaska Part #2: The Journey By Jared Ivins-Massey
This is Part Two of Jared Ivins-Massey’s recent trip to Fairbanks, Alaska where he and 19 Alaska Native youth participated in The University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Tribal Management Program – Tribal Youth Advocacy Institute. The program was developed in response to the needs of Alaska Native Tribal Governments and is part of a comprehensive plan to spread academic education throughout the state and in every indigenous rural community.
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