Native youth gather at UNITY Midyear Conference for leadership, culture, and advocacy
The 2025 UNITY Midyear Conference brought together a record number of Native youth, advisors, and tribal leaders for a transformative four-day event in Phoenix. Participants honed digital storytelling skills, creating PSAs and advocacy campaigns to address community issues. Keynote speakers like actor Kusem Goodwin and journalist Mary Kim Titla inspired youth to amplify their voices. The conference also fostered global dialogue, with Indigenous youth leaders from across the world sharing insights on leadership, governance, and cultural preservation. UNITY's commitment to youth empowerment continues through programs and upcoming events, including the National UNITY Conference in San Diego this summer.
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