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From Powwow Trails to Prom Night: Pyramid Lake Youth Celebrate Culture and Community

At Pyramid Lake Jr/Sr High School, Native youth are leading and energizing community events that blend tradition with teen spirit. The student-led Pyramid Lake UNITY Youth Council has established new annual traditions like the Valentine’s Teen Dance – a drug- and alcohol-free social held at the Nixon gym each February​schoolandcollegelistings.com. In 2025, the dance drew […]

Call for Entries: 2025 National UNITY Conference Logo Contest

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 […]

Empowering Young Native Women Through Leadership and Storytelling

Girl Scouts REFLECT ON THEIR TIME AT the UNITY Midyear Conference At the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference, young Native women took center stage in leadership development through UNITY’s ongoing partnership with the Girl Scouts. Aiyana Wellington, 6th Grade, of Chinle, AZ, joined Shiloh Saganey, 12th Grade, of San Tan Valley, for this year’s annual event. […]

UNITY Invites You to Join Our Spring Regional Meetups!

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 […]

Native Youth Unite to Inspire H.O.P.E.: A Call to Action for Grassroots Change

At the 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference during the bi-annual Business Meeting, Native youth leaders from across the country came together to pass a powerful resolution as the National UNITY Council—Resolution 02-02-25-2: “Inspiring HOPE (Heart-to-Heart Conversations, Open-Minded Dialogue, Promoting Resources, Encouragement).” This initiative is a national call to action for the 300+ Native youth councils affiliated […]

Call for Workshop Proposals: 2025 National UNITY Conference

Do you have knowledge, skills, or experiences to share with Native youth? UNITY is now accepting workshop proposals for the 2025 National UNITY Conference, taking place June 27 – July 1, 2025, in San Diego, California, at the Town & Country Resort. Workshops will be held on Saturday, June 28, and Monday, June 30, offering […]

Young River People’s Council Hosts 8th Annual Native Youth Identity Conference

The Young River People’s Council (YRPC) proudly hosted the 8th Annual Native Youth Identity Conference at the Accelerated Learning Academy Campus, welcoming over 75 participants for a full day of cultural engagement, leadership development, and community connection. The event empowered youth from across the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and surrounding areas to deepen their […]

Culture in Action: Agua Caliente Youth Light Up Local Festivals

From the shadowed trails of the Indian Canyons to the lively community squares of Palm Springs, the Agua Caliente Young Adults have emerged as radiant torchbearers of Cahuilla heritage.  Their presence has been a vital thread woven into the fabric of community celebrations. In October, the youth council took center stage at the Junior Ranger […]

Rooted in Culture, Rising in Leadership: Alyssa Mosley’s Journey to Uplift Indigenous Voices

Alyssa Mosley, a proud citizen of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation and a UNITY 25 Under 25 awardee, has been actively engaging in initiatives that celebrate Indigenous culture, promote education, and foster community connections. Her recent activities across the Northeast region exemplify her commitment to servant leadership and uplifting Native youth. Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day […]

F.I.N.A.L. Youth Council Leads “Culture. Art. Prevention.” Event to Promote Mental Wellness and Substance Abuse Awareness

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 […]