Youth Councils in Action Moderating a panel on mental health and substance abuse at the White House Tribal Youth Forum gave Jalen Harvey an opportunity to bring youth leadership into a national conversation. Her November 2023 report connected that experience with extensive community service and outreach across Arizona. Harvey, who identifies as Navajo, Acoma Pueblo, […]
UNITY Youth Highlight December gave Jalen Harvey a chance to learn about environmental care and community partnerships while balancing finals and time with loved ones. Her update described two gatherings that brought education and new ideas into the middle of a demanding college month. Harvey served as Western Representative in UNITY’s 2023–2024 National UNITY Council […]
On December 16, 2023, the Hualapai Tribal Youth Council joined forces with several community departments to host the Elder Reindeer Co-ed Chair Volleyball Tournament in Peach Springs, Arizona. This exciting event brought together nearly 200 participants, including elders aged 55 and older from 12 different tribes across Arizona. The tournament was designed to promote physical […]
On October 27, 2023, the Hualapai Tribal Youth Council partnered with the Public Safety Department to host a community Haunted House in Peach Springs, Arizona. The event welcomed around 50 youth and adults who came out to enjoy a fun and spooky evening together. The Haunted House was offered free of charge, creating an accessible […]
At the break of dawn, the Tribal Images Youth Council brought together community members, families, and educators for a powerful Sunrise Ceremony held at Tucson High School. The gathering welcomed approximately 30 attendees and served as a moment of reflection, unity, and spiritual renewal. As the first light of day crept over the horizon, the […]
Executive Committee Western Region Representative Jalen Harvey was invited to the White Mountain Apache Tribal Youth Council Inaugration in Whiteriver, Arizona. A quote from the Youth Council Advisor, Eileen Crocker that stood out to Jalen was when she referred to her Youth Council as, “the group you’ll never see sitting in the back.”. Jalen loved […]
The month of July has been filled with unforgettable memories, and good blessings. After being elected as the new Western Region Representative and Secretary for the National UNITY (United National Indian Tribal Youth) Executive Committee, my life has truly took a turn, and there’s no amount of words to express my gratitude to the Western […]
Komatke Village, AZ – U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris became the first sitting Vice President to visit the Gila River Indian Community when she spoke to a crowd of about 800 elected leaders, officials from Arizona tribes but took the time to meet with the UNITY affiliated-Four Sister Tribes’ youth councils from the Ak-Chin Youth […]
2023-24 National UNITY Council Executive Committee BIOGRAPHIES Jonathan Arakawa, UNITY Co-President Tribe: Lower Elwha Klallam, Washington Jonathan Arakawa is an enrolled member of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. He currently attends the Evergreen State College where he is studying for his Bachelor’s degree in Tribal Governance. He has served in various elected and appointed […]
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 […]
