Amaya Escalante: Uplifting Youth, Culture, and Community Through Leadership and Service Lios enchim aniavu, Ketchem Allea? Hello everyone—may Creator walk with you all. Amaya Escalante, a proud member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe from Tucson, Arizona, is a dedicated leader, culture bearer, and passionate advocate for Native youth. As the Western Area Representative for the […]
Alina Sanchez: Leading with Culture, Courage, and a Commitment to Youth Empowerment Michuksüs, oya set Alina Sanchez. Hello, my name is Alina Sanchez. I am a 17-year-old proud citizen of the Wilton Rancheria Tribe, and I’m honored to serve as the Pacific Area Representative on the 2025–2026 National UNITY Council Executive Committee. Entering her senior […]
The 2025 National UNITY Conference, in San Diego, CA, began with a powerful call to action during Native Youth Empowerment Night, where the National UNITY Council (NUC) Executive Committee welcomed peers from across the country into a greater collective of Indigenous leadership. Far beyond an icebreaker session, this evening exemplified the core values of the […]
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 […]
Jamie’s dedication to leadership and personal growth was showcased in her recent experience at the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Despite feeling under the weather for much of the event, Jamie pushed through, embodying resilience and determination to be present and engaged with her peers. Her commitment to her community and leadership development […]
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. […]
Watson has proven to be an exceptional leader, dedicating his time and efforts to preserving cultural traditions, building connections with Indigenous youth, and strengthening the ties in his community. In February, Watson’s journey took him across multiple locations, each offering opportunities to further his leadership skills and deepen his commitment to his cultural heritage. One […]
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. […]
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 […]
