The NB3 Foundation Youth Council is a beacon of inspiration for new UNITY-affiliated youth councils, demonstrating that the earliest stages of organization are critical for long-term success. While still in its infancy, this council has already laid the foundation to serve as a model for collaboration, vision-setting, and community engagement. Building from the Ground Up […]
The Comanche Nation IAMNDN Youth Council demonstrates how UNITY’s mission empowers Native youth to lead transformative initiatives within their communities. Through cultural celebration, education, and service, this council embodies the core values of spiritual, social, and physical wellness while fostering leadership and resilience among its members. Celebrating Cultural Identity At the heart of IAMNDN’s outreach […]
The Native America Hear Our Voices Arise (NAHOVA) Youth Council of the Nez Perce Tribe stands as a shining example of UNITY’s mission in action. By combining community outreach, cultural preservation, and wellness initiatives, NAHOVA demonstrates how a youth council can make a tangible impact while inspiring new groups to organize and serve their communities. […]
2022 Cultural Recognition Visual Arts Grammy Award co-recipient Norma Baker-Flying Horse of Red Berry Woman wowed the crowd at the 2023 National UNITY Conference once again! Norma was able to work with Native youth at the conference and help them fulfill their wish of modeling in a fashion show. This was a great opportunity for […]
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 […]
In celebration of Earth Day, United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY) announces the 2023-2024 class of UNITY Earth Ambassadors. The environmental stewardship and leadership program, which began in the 1990s, provides Native American youth with training sessions and informational workshops to increase their knowledge of environmental issues affecting Indian Country. “Our newest class of Earth […]
2023 UNITY Youth Council of the Year Award Each year the national native network recognizes one outstanding Youth Council to receive this prestigious award at the Gala during the National UNITY Conference. This award is based on the community impact of the community service projects that the Youth Council describe in their Bi-Annual Membership Reports. […]
Your UNITY Executive Committee (EC) has been hard at work these past six months within their regions. Explore each youth’s Midyear Report on their community involvement and service to Indian Country. This year the youth leaders have been dedicated to rebuilding our National network and helping revitalize youth programs across the nation. Take time to […]
UNITY is hosting regional meet-ups for the purpose of bringing youth councils and Native youth together. At these meetings, UNITY-affiliated youth councils and their supporters are invited to participate virtually to reconnect and work toward goals and project plans. These meetups are designed to serve as an opportunity to network and share resources as well […]
Whitman Wire – Written by Katherine Ellis, News Reporter February 2, 2023 The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation’s (CTUIR) Youth Council encourages young tribal members to improve their communities, including advocating for environmental preservation across the Pacific Northwest. The CTUIR Youth Council is open to CTUIR members between the ages 12 to 18. […]
