This autumn, Watson Whitford (Chippewa Cree/Navajo), Male Co-President of the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, continued his journey of cultural connection and community building — traveling across borders, honoring sacred sites, and creating space for Indigenous students to gather and grow. His month reflected a balance of tradition, education, and leadership rooted deeply in service […]
Tia Butler (Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians), Northwest Regional Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, dedicated her time and heart to empowering others through education, culture, and connection. From teaching local youth to celebrating intertribal gatherings, Tia’s month reflected her deep commitment to serving her people and strengthening the ties that unite Native […]
This fall, Victor Organista (Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation), Southern Plains Regional Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, spent the season embodying UNITY’s mission — connecting cultures, strengthening community, and empowering youth leadership across Indian Country. From powwows to fiestas, classrooms to broadcasts, Victor’s month was a vibrant reflection of what it means to […]
As fall settled over the Northwest, Tia Butler (Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians), Northwest Regional Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, embraced a season of growth — literally and spiritually. Her autumn months were filled with community, culture, and sustainability as she joined gatherings, powwows, and workshops centered on strengthening Indigenous food sovereignty […]
As the fall season unfolded across Arizona, Amaya Escalante of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Western Regional Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, reflected on a time filled with meaning, community, and culture. For the Pascua Yaqui people, this season marks the celebration of Federal Recognition, a cornerstone of identity and sovereignty — and […]
Calling All Oklahoma Natives! Join UNITY for this free Healing Circle training for Native youth and the adults who serve them. Sign up today to attend the one-day training on October 17-18, 2025, at the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, OK. (659 First Americans Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73129) Registration is open to the first 50 Native youth & Advisors who […]
Colorful floats, traditional songs, and community pride filled the streets of the White Mountain Apache Reservation as the annual Tribal Parade began. For Amaya Escalante (Pascua Yaqui Tribe), it was more than just a celebration—it was her first event serving as the Western Region Area Representative on the National UNITY Council Executive Committee. Invited by […]
For Watson Whitford (Chippewa Cree/Navajo), service and leadership are not just roles— they are a way of life. As one of the Co-Presidents of the National UNITY Council Executive Committee, Watson balances the demands of university life with the responsibility of representing Native youth on a national stage. This August, his journey carried him from […]
When rivers flow free, so too do the songs, teachings, and celebrations of the people who call them home. This fall, UNITY Northwest Region Representative Tia Butler (Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians) embraced a season of cultural renewal and community building. From paddling alongside Tribal Nations during Canoe Journey to digging camas and learning about […]
The first weeks of school are often filled with nerves, excitement, and anticipation. For UNITY Pacific Region Representative Alina Sanchez (Miwok – Wilton Rancheria), fall has become a time to spark connection, pride, and purpose in her community. Whether she’s welcoming students with coffee and warm smiles, singing traditional songs to honor Native culture, or […]
