Join us for one of four online Information sessions designed specifically for Native American students, families, and parents curious about the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program (all ages) or Idyllwild Arts Academy (grades 9-12 + postgrad). Faculty, alumni, and staff will share information about attending high school or summer camp on our beautiful mountain campus in the middle of Cahuilla Country, as well as about our online learning options, our new Gap Year program, and scholarship opportunities. Each session is a one-stop shop packed with information.
Dates: Thursday, January 21, 2021, 4pm PST
Thursday, February 25, 2021, 4pm PST
Thursday, March 25, 2021, 4pm PST
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Last Updated: January 15, 2021
Idyllwild Arts Open House for Native Students interested in World Class Arts Education
Dates: Thursday, January 21, 2021, 4pm PST
Thursday, February 25, 2021, 4pm PST
Thursday, March 25, 2021, 4pm PST
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Last Updated: January 14, 2021
Indigenous 20 Something Project Gathering
The Native Wellness Institute, Center for Native American Youth and, We R Native are partnering together “calling in” all Indigenous young people, who are in their late teens through early 30’s, to come join in on this unique collaboration where we will gather virtually to learn, share, connect and strategize ways to help this generation let go of things that no longer serve them in a good way and how to better live a life of balance.
The gathering will take place January 19 & 20, 2021. Registration is FREE for all attendees! For more information, click here. Read More
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Last Updated: November 24, 2020
Hopi Singers: Virtual Blessings for NNAHM
Watch & Learn: The #NativeYouthSing Native American Heritage Month Live Q&A series have continued throughout the month as different youth singers share their songs of gratitude around a “Virtual UNITY Fire” for all to enjoy. The latest guest on UNITY’s “Native Youth Sing Series,” was Mr. Justin Secakuku anf Kyle from the Hopi Nation. The future of Indian Country is promising. Our songs carry good medicine that our people need right now. Read More
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Posted: November 24, 2020
Building Community Support for Youth Councils
UNITY Advisors recently gathered for an interactive virtual session to discuss Building Community Support for Youth Councils as part of the UNITY Fall Webinar Series – Adult Track led by guest presenters, Eileen Crocker, White Mountain Apache and Vance Home Gun, Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Read More
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Last Updated: November 30, 2020
Learning with UNITY Alumnus Michael Preston
Recent Gila River Indian Community UNITY alumnus Michael Preston shared his knowledge and perspectives with UNITY advisors working with local youth councils as part of UNITY’s Fall 2020 Webinar Series. Michael took part in a webinar called “Youth Participation in the Decision-Making Process” He share many interactive communication tools and applications to engage youth in the decision-making process.
As a youth, Michael started his journey in leadership development by serving as the President of the Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council. He was also an active member of the National Youth Network. His training and experience provided him the opportunity to serve as the Male Co-President of the National UNITY Council in 2001.
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Last Updated: November 16, 2020
UNITY and Nike N7 to Host “Hear Us. See Us. Rise Together” Webinar with Native American Athletes
November 13, 2020
Media Contact: Cassidy Rue | 623.692.6818
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UNITY and Nike N7 to Host “Hear Us. See Us. Rise Together” Webinar with Native American Athletes
The webinar featuring Native American athletes Shauna Long, Madison Hammond and Lindy Waters III will focus on using sports to create positive change
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Last Updated: November 9, 2020
Learn with Alumni: Best Practices in Youth Council Development Webinar Nov 12th
Join UNITY for the Best Practices in Youth Council Development Webinar happening Thursday, November 12, 2020, 12:00 pm PST//3:00 pm EST. Guest presenter Ginger Martin (Gila River Indian Community – Akimel O’odham), is the Owner of Sunbird Enterprises, LLC., and UNITY Alumnus, Original UNITY Earth Ambassador (1990). This webinar will explore how Youth Councils can ensure that youth have access to: Ongoing relationships with tribal leaders; Safe places with structured youth activities during the non-school hours; Training and Organizational support; Opportunities to give back through community service; Offer input into the issues affecting their peers, provide guidance and feedback in tribal policy formation; and serve as effective spokespeople for the tribe.
Click here to Register for Best Practices in Youth Council Development happening Thursday, November 12, 2020, 12:00 pm PST//3:00 pm EST.
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Last Updated: November 10, 2020
Taking your game to the next level: Tips and advice on becoming a collegiate student athlete UNITY Webinar
Join us on Tuesday November 10th at 7:00pm EST // 4:00pm PST // 5:00pm Arizona time.
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Last Updated: November 3, 2020
Generational Resilience 3 Part Webinar series
Watch and learn as the SAMHSA recorded webinars examine traditional practices for prevention, life skills development and models for positive youth development. Read More
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Last Updated: November 19, 2020
Guiding Youth Council Meetings: UNITY Webinar for Youth Advocates & Advisors
Have you ever attended a meeting for the sake of having a meeting? Lots of talk leading to no action. Good ideas, good discussion, but how can these ideas become reality? Meeting facilitation is key for any active Youth Council or youth group. Join to gain tips and strategies for Native youth engagement in community planning. Special Guests include Christine Porter! As the Young River Peoples Council Advisor, Porter received UNITY’s 2019 JR Cook Advisor of the Year Award. She also will be joined by EIleen Crocker from the White Mountain Apache Tribe Youth Council.
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