Southwest Region
UNITY Regional Profile
The Southwest Region consists of geographical areas and the states of New Mexico and Colorado. The Western region has 24 affiliated youth councils in 2 states within the UNITY Network.
2025 SPRING Native Youth Meetup
2022 SPRING SOUTHWEST VIRTUAL MEET-UP
2021 Fall Southwest Virtual Meet-Up
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Southwest Regional Representative: Jamie Crowe
Jamie Crowe – UNITY Southwest Area Representative
Tribes: Pueblo of Tesuque/Pueblo of Santa Clara
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Hello! My name is Jamie Crowe and I am from the Pueblo of Tesuque and Pueblo of Santa Clara. Located in New Mexico. I am currently a college student at the University of New Mexico studying Population Health. Also focusing on a minor in Maternal and Child Health. I hope to one day pursue a career in Ultrasound or Radiology. I grew up in Tesuque Pueblo all my life and I’m apart of our youth council. This is where I got involved and learned about UNITY and the wonderful opportunities that it brings. Within our youth council we participate in mental health workshops/trainings, public speaking trainings, child abuse prevention, tobacco cessation, and several other community service based events.
SOUTHWEST REGION
Jamie Crowe, Southwest Regional Representative
National UNITY Council Executive Committee
Southwest Region Youth Councils
- Four Corners UNITY Youth Council
- Mile High Youth Council
- Pike’s Peak Intertribal Youth
- Northern Colorado UNITY Council
- San Ildefonso Youth Council
- Youth Ambassadors Program, Americans for Indian Opportunity
- Albuquerque UNITY Youth Council
- Zuni Honoring Nativel Life Leaders
- Navajo Prep Naataanii Youth Council
- Crownpoint Dine Youth Council
- Kirtland Central Dine’ Youth Council
- Unity Advisor Page
- Tamaya Youth Group
- Ohkay Owingeh Boys & Girls Club
- Crownpoint Navajo Dept. of WF Dev.
- Kewa TRUTH Youth Council
- Native American Youth Empowerment
- Jicarilla Apache Youth Council
- Dine’/Navajo Heights Dine’ Yazhi’ Youth Council
- Mescalero System of Cave
- Naat’aanii Yazhi Youth Council
- Northern Navajo Agency Doolii Youth Group
- Pueblo of Tesuque Youth Coalition
- Pueblo of Zia
- Wingate High School
Derek Capitan, 24, Laguna Pueblo/Navajo, New Mexico
School: Senior, University of New Mexico; Major: Civil Engineering; Minor: Business Administration
Platform: “Am I Dreaming” is a documentary presented by 7Force Films, exploring the vibrant efforts of the Pueblo of Laguna community to preserve and revitalize their cultural heritage and language. This film delves into the personal and collective journeys of community members as they work to secure successful opportunities and foster a deeper connection to their traditions. Through intimate interviews, stunning visuals, and the collaboration of Native artists, “Am I Dreaming” illuminates the resilience and creativity within the Pueblo of Laguna. By highlighting their triumphs and challenges, the documentary aims to inspire a broader audience, promote cultural awareness, and celebrate the enduring strength of the community.
“Being here with UNITY is such a great experience. You get to meet so many new people and learn more about different tribes and their cultures.””
“The gathering, the sharing of cultures, the UNITY of our people!”
“Our YOUTH is the future!”
“It’s the best place to be open about what you think and what you want to do for your school or community. They make you feel like family and welcome you openly.”
“Great organization that allows empowerment for the Native youth to excel in leadership skills, networking opportunity, and early professional growth.”
“Awesome for youth group & leadership.”