Rhiannon Eaglespeaker/Whiteshield is a proud member of both the Blackfoot (Kainai) and Kiowa Tribes. With a passion for leadership, community connection, and empowering others, Rhiannon has dedicated herself to creating opportunities for Native youth to grow, learn, and find confidence in their own leadership abilities.

Rhiannon previously served as the Rocky Mountain Regional Representative for the 2024–2025 term, an experience that strengthened her passion for youth advocacy and inspired her to continue pursuing leadership opportunities. Through her time as a regional representative, she gained valuable experience connecting with youth, building relationships across communities, and learning what it means to lead with purpose and responsibility.

Throughout her high school years, Rhiannon held several leadership positions, including serving as president of three different councils. These experiences helped her develop skills in communication, collaboration, and community engagement while encouraging her to continue growing as a leader and pursue another opportunity to serve on the Executive Committee.

Rhiannon believes leadership is about more than holding a title—it is about uplifting others, creating confidence, and helping people recognize their own potential. She is passionate about learning from others while sharing her own experiences to encourage fellow youth leaders to become stronger advocates for their communities.

Grounded in her cultural identity, dedication to service, and commitment to empowering others, Rhiannon continues to seek opportunities to connect Native youth, strengthen communities, and inspire the next generation of leaders across Indian Country.