2023 UNITY Youth Council of the Year Award Each year the national native network recognizes one outstanding Youth Council to receive this prestigious award at the Gala during the National UNITY Conference. This award is based on the community impact of the community service projects that the Youth Council describe in their Bi-Annual Membership Reports. […]
2023 UNITY J.R. Cook Advisor of the Year Award Deadline: May 31, 2023 at 5:00 pm (Phoenix-MST) Application Link: https://forms.gle/4pb4kF9rCraKCFof9 This award is named after UNITY’s late former and first Executive Director. JR Cook was a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. UNITY values the dedication of the many individuals who provide adult leadership and nurture and […]
2023 Eddie Wadda Alumni of the Year Award Deadline: May 31, 2023 at 5:00 pm (Phoenix-MST) Application Link: https://forms.gle/4u7mv1cQmvCR7fGN8 Do you know a UNITY alum who should be recognized for their outstanding achievement and contributions to the Native American community? UNITY is accepting nominations for its prestigious Eddie Wadda Alumni of the Year award. The purpose […]
In celebration of Arizona Gives Day, for the next 24 hours, everyone who donates $30 or more will be entered into a raffle for 1 FREE Registration to the 2023 National Conference in Washington DC (a $450 value). Your generosity today could take you or a loved one to the largest Native youth gathering this summer. […]
The 2023-24 National UNITY Council Declaration of Candidacy Petition Online Application process is now open. This petition is for National UNITY Council (NUC) members who are interested in running for regional area representative positions and Co-Presidents (Female and Male) on the NUC Executive Committee. Members petitioning must be in good standing in order for their […]
The National UNITY Council’s Executive Committee invites all youth within the network to sign up for one of the four upcoming virtual Town Halls. The purpose of these town hall meetings are designed to gather Native youth’s views on UNITY’s National Initiative to address wellness and restore tribal support systems. Youth are welcomed to share […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Melissa Kaszuba melissa@uriascommunications.com UNITY Wraps Up a Successful Sold-Out Midyear Conference Highlights included appearances by Native American celebrities and influencers, cultural sharing, and learning opportunities. Mesa, Arizona – UNITY hosted its annual midyear conference February 23-26 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Tempe, bringing together more than 600 […]
Join UNITY for this free training for Native youth ages 14-25 years old who live in Arizona. Sign Up today to attend the one day training on Thursday, Feb 23, 2023, from 12pm-5pm MST brought to you in part by our partners at APS (Arizona Public Services) and Bank of America. Registration is open to […]
Are you interested in digital storytelling? Or you’ve always wanted to learn how to produce, shoot and edit a video? Now’s your chance to learn how to do just that. UNITY in partnership with the ASU Cronkite School of Journalism is once again offering a Communications Camp on Thursday, February 23, the day before the start […]
UNITY is now accepting Speed Workshop submissions to be presented during the 2023 UNITY Midyear Conference The midyear conference will engage more than 400 Native youth from across the country through workshops, breakout sessions, and cultural sharing. We seek workshop leaders from a broad range of fields to participate in the speed workshops at the […]
