Alina Sanchez, 16 Tribe: Wilton Miwok Youth Council: Native Sister Circle Alina Sanchez is a proud Wilton Rancheria tribal member and a dedicated youth leader with Our Native Sister Circle. Since 2019, she has been an active participant, growing into a powerful voice for her community. She combines cultural pride, advocacy, and leadership with a […]
George Brown, 16 Tribe: Paiute Youth Council: Bishop Paiute Youth Council Manahuu Ii-na-nia-nai George Brown. George is a dedicated student at Bishop Union High School and a proud member of his tribal community. Throughout his high school journey, George has taken advantage of many opportunities, including participating in Berkeley’s STEM program and founding several student […]
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 Bishop Tribal Youth Council (BTYC) proudly participated in a two-day Gathering of Native Americans (GONA) event held at the Toiyabe Indian Health Project (TIHP) in Bishop, California. The event, facilitated by Native Wellness Institute, brought together over 100 community members in a powerful, culturally grounded experience focused on healing, unity, and wellness. What made […]
The Bishop Tribal Youth Council (BTYC) played a key role in the success of the annual Bishop Tribal Spring Gathering, held at the Bishop Tribal Gym and Indian Education Center. With over 250 attendees, the event brought together families, elders, and youth for a day of joy, tradition, and community connection. From the early stages […]
On March 23, 2025, a group of 25 youth and community members gathered at Three Creeks in Big Pine, California, for a powerful Community Action Planning workshop centered on peaceful advocacy, cultural preservation, and environmental protection. This gathering offered participants a unique opportunity to learn from experienced activists who shared tools and strategies for creating […]
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 […]
The National UNITY Council Executive Committee (NUC EC) is thrilled to announce our spring regional meetups, designed to unite youth councils and Native youth from across the country. These virtual gatherings welcome UNITY-affiliated youth councils and their supporters to reconnect, collaborate on shared goals, and develop impactful project plans. Our regional meetups are a great […]
During the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference, the National UNITY Council (NUC) Executive Committee (EC) was a team of mentors behind an unforgettable gathering of Native youth leaders. With unwavering dedication, they cultivated an environment where young people could learn, heal, and grow as community leaders. From facilitating healing circles to creating spaces for cultural exchange […]
Excitement was building as the Midyear conference drew near. In Downtown Phoenix, Arizona more than 600 Native youth would gather for a weekend of storytelling, cultural sharing and creativity. In UNITY fashion there were many pre-conference activities planned for those that arrived early, including the Healing Circle. There were more than 60 youth that participated […]
