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Spring Webinar Series: Join the Peer Guides every Thursday in June

UNITY believes the most effective and powerful messaging comes from youth to youth training. The UNITY Cohort of Peer Guides will offer peer mentoring in a the five-part online learning series. The free webinars will focus on empowering Native youth to identify their community needs and equipping them with tools to advocate for increasing community […]

Speaker line up announced for National UNITY Conference

An Actor, Clothing designer, Singer and Tik Tok star, and a Fashion designer have been confirmed as part of the speaker line up at the 2021 National UNITY Conference in Dallas, Texas to be held July 2 – 6, at the downtown Sheraton Hotel and Convention Center. The conference theme will be ‘45 Years of […]

2021 Eddie Wadda Alumni of the Year Award Apply now

Do you know a UNITY alumnus 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. Application deadline is on June 18, 2021. APPLY HERE

Nominate Your Advisor for the 2021 JR Cook Advisor of the Year Award

Your Advisor does so much for your community, will you nominate them for this award? Effective and successful youth councils consistently have one key ingredient in common; an advisor who is involved, provides wise counsel and guidance, and is willing to work closely with youth council members as they make and carry out their decisions […]

Seeking Native Youth Serving Organizations to lead Workshops & Exhibitor Booths in Dallas

UNITY’s 2021 National Conference happening July 2-6, 2021, in Dallas, Texas! Would your organization like to do outreach to Native youth from across the country? Attend the National UNITY Conference by registering as an exhibitor. Spaces are limited this year. UNITY serves Native American and Alaska Native youth ages 14-24 years old. Your content should […]

UNITY recruiting for Local Planning Committee

Do you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area or anywhere in Texas? Would you like to contribute your time and talents to a meaningful event? If so, we want you to join the 2021 UNITY Local Planning Committee! Why join? Not only do you get to connect with others and form friendships, you’ll experience the […]

National UNITY Council’s Top Ten Issues facing Native Youth in 2020

Each year during the National Conference, the National UNITY Council (NUC) gathers to vote on the Top Ten Issues facing Native youth across the country. Youth Representatives from the 325+ Youth Councils who make up the national network to discuss their regional priorities. The collective impact on youth led national campaigns reaches far beyond that […]

UNITY Virtual Workshop: Taking Action in 2020 – Civic Engagement in Indian Country

National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Youth Commission officers from around Indian Country will lead a how-to video featuring running for office, registering to vote, ways to engage Native voters under the age of 18, and how to fill-out the Census and talk to family about the Census.

Take The Survey to WIN: Healing Indigenous Lives Native Youth Town Hall Questionnaire

One Lucky Participant from each HILI Town Hall timezone will win a free Apple Ipad for their feedback in the Questionnaire! Click below to earn 5 entries into the Raffle by answering questions about your community. What helps you feel safe in your community? What do you see as the challenges with public safety in your community […]

Learning with Alumni: UNITY Lead Trainers’ workshops are now available

UNITY’s heard your feedback! Recent evaluations have requested more time with UNITY Lead Trainers. Thanks to our generous Virtual Conference sponsors, you can now access these additional trainings at no cost! Click below to hear from UNITY Lead Trainers: Robert Johnston presents Intergenerational Healing Juanita Toledo on Evolving through Mindfulness Chance and Tyler Rush team […]