Jalen, a passionate youth leader, has made a significant impact on her community and beyond, with a month full of unforgettable experiences in January 2025. Her dedication to leadership, cultural preservation, and youth advocacy shines through every event and opportunity she embraces. From speaking at important tribal events to championing mental health for Indigenous youth, […]
The Future Inspired Native American Leaders (F.I.N.A.L.) Youth Council hosted a powerful and creative event titled “Culture. Art. Prevention.” at the Phoenix Indian Center, bringing together 35 youth for a day centered on education, expression, and healing. The gathering was part of a broader commitment to mental wellness and peer education focused on the impacts […]
As the seasons change, so too does the landscape of Native youth leadership, with individuals like Ian Teller, a Diné (Navajo) leader from Tsaile, Arizona, exemplifying the spirit of servant leadership and community engagement. A national UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree and a representative of the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY), Ian’s recent endeavors […]
The National UNITY Council Executive Committee (NUCEC) program has had an impactful year, serving as the collective voice of Native youth nationwide. Elected annually in July, the two Executive Committees serving in 2024 have upheld UNITY’s mission of fostering the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of Native youth through a wide range of initiatives, […]
Honoring Heritage at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Evelyn Enos, an Akimel O’odham and Tohono O’odham youth leader, exemplifies servant leadership through her active participation in cultural and national events. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, Evelyn recently took part in the Native American Heritage Month celebration at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in […]
Gabriella Nakai, a proud citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and the Navajo Nation, understands that true leadership means honoring the past, serving the present, and creating pathways for future generations. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee, Gabriella spent the fall and winter seasons demonstrating servant leadership that uplifts Indigenous communities across the […]
United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY), in partnership with the Center for Native American Youth and the White House, co-hosted the 2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum in Washington, D.C. The event, held at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services building, brought together nearly 150 Native youth leaders nationwide to engage in […]
In a month filled with cultural celebration, community engagement, and national advocacy, Jalen Harvey (Navajo Nation, Pueblo of Acoma, Hopi Tribe), UNITY Executive Committee member representing the Western Region, exemplified servant leadership and resilience. From reconnecting with family and community at local events to representing Native youth voices at the national level, Jalen’s November was […]
Leading with Creativity at the Annual Youth Conference Evelyn Enos, an Akimel O’odham and Tohono O’odham youth leader and UNITY 25 Under 25 honoree, continues to exemplify servant leadership through her active involvement in community events. During the Akimel O’odham/Pee-Posh Youth Council’s Annual Youth Conference, Evelyn facilitated a zine workshop, guiding participants in expressing their […]
Alyssa Mosley, a proud citizen of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation of Bridgeton, New Jersey, embodies the essence of servant leadership. As a UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee, she has dedicated herself to cultural revitalization, intertribal connection, and advocacy for Indigenous sovereignty. Her recent endeavors have taken her across borders and into dialogues that honor […]
