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UNITY’s Mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of American Indian and Alaska Native youth, and to help build a strong, unified, and self-reliant Native America through greater youth involvement.
 
UNITY Defined: UNITY is a national network organization promoting personal development, citizenship, and leadership among Native American youth.
UNITY has an impressive 50-year track record of empowering and serving American Indian and Alaska Native youth. UNITY is well regarded among the nation’s Native American organizations, tribal leaders, and government officials.
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Inspiring Hope. Changing Lives.

Why Join Unity

UNITY’s Mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of American Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native youth, and to help build a strong, unified, and self-reliant Native America through greater youth involvement.

Youth Programs

The heart of UNITY is its affiliated youth councils, which are sponsored by tribes, Alaska Native villages, high schools, colleges, urban centers, and others. LEARN MORE »

Scholarships & Awards

Stay up to date on our scholarship opportunities and awards throughout the year. If you are aware of a candidate please have them apply. LEARN MORE »

Native Youth

A space dedicated to listing all the latest news and events happening among Native youth across the country.
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Native American youth can make a difference, but first, they must be organized and prepared for action. An effective way to accomplish this is through a youth council.  LEARN MORE »

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A National Network Organization for Native American Youth. The First & Largest Native Youth serving organization.
Inspiring Hope. Changing Lives.

Today is National Nonprofit Day!
For 50 years, UNITY has worked to support and develop Native youth leaders across the country through leadership development, youth councils, training, conferences, and opportunities to connect.
We’re proud of the thousands of Native youth, advisors, alumni, partners, and Tribal communities who continue to make UNITY what it is today.
Here’s to continuing the work and creating more opportunities for Native youth to lead.
#NationalNonprofitDay #UNITYInc #NativeYouth #NativeYouthLeadership

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Today is National Nonprofit Day! For 50 years, UNITY has worked to support and develop Native youth leaders across the country through leadership development, youth councils, training, conferences, and opportunities to connect. We’re proud of the thousands of Native youth, advisors, alumni, partners, and Tribal communities who continue to make UNITY what it is today. Here’s to continuing the work and creating more opportunities for Native youth to lead. #NationalNonprofitDay #UNITYInc #NativeYouth #NativeYouthLeadership

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As wildfires continue to impact communities across Turtle Island, Indigenous youth leaders are coming together to stand with those affected.

The National UNITY Council Executive Committee and UNITY Earth Ambassadors have issued this joint statement in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples, communities, and homelands impacted by wildfires and climate-related disasters.

We invite you to read their full statement and join us in keeping affected communities, families, and those working on the front lines in your thoughts and prayers. ❤️

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As wildfires continue to impact communities across Turtle Island, Indigenous youth leaders are coming together to stand with those affected. The National UNITY Council Executive Committee and UNITY Earth Ambassadors have issued this joint statement in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples, communities, and homelands impacted by wildfires and climate-related disasters. We invite you to read their full statement and join us in keeping affected communities, families, and those working on the front lines in your thoughts and prayers. ❤️

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Kewa T.R.U.T.H. Youth Council Strengthens Community Through Leadership, Wellness and Cultural Connection

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May 4, 2026
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Voice, Purpose, and Power: Amaya Escalante Leads With Heart Across Every Space

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Categories NorthwestNative YouthNewsNUC Executive Committee
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Categories Native YouthNewsSouthern PlainsNUC Executive Committee
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Present for the People: Victor Organista Leads Through Youth Mentorship, Service, and Community Pride

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Categories NewsNUC Executive CommitteeRocky MountainNative Youth
May 4, 2026
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Categories Native YouthNewsNortheastNUC Executive Committee
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Categories Native YouthNewsCoPresidentNUC Executive Committee
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Across Borders, Still Relatives: Watson Whitford Leads Through Culture, Education, and Connection

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Categories CoPresidentNUC Executive CommitteeNative YouthNews
May 4, 2026
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Gathering in UNITY: Mazie Countryman Inspires Native Youth to Lead With Purpose

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Categories Native YouthNewsNUC Executive CommitteeRocky Mountain
May 4, 2026
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Across the Circle: Rhiannon Eaglespeaker Connects Youth, Culture, and UNITY

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Categories Native YouthNewsNUC Executive CommitteeNorthwest
May 4, 2026
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Healing in Motion: Tia Butler Connects Wellness, Ceremony, Law, and Food Sovereignty

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Providing a Safe and Empowering Environment

UNITY is dedicated to our  program and resources where those interested may learn about the application process, program activities, and upcoming events, and meet the current/incoming class of 25 Under 25 Leaders.
 
 
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YOUTH MEETUPS

One Who Is Wise

UNITY Member

I love all that UNITY has allowed me to experience in developing my own personal growth. A great program elevating all my relatives taking part in the various programs!

Mr. Native Universe

UNITY Youth Advisor

UNITY has always been a safe place where I can be myself and be inspired by my fellow relatives across Turtle Island.

Audri

UNITY Program Coordinator

Being a part of one of the greatest organizations that empower Native and Indigenous youth across the country and abroad has been nothing short of a thrilling experience. It's something I'm very honored to be a part of!

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