For Immediate Release: November 5, 2021. Washington, DC: The White House and Nike N7, the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at the Aspen Institute are proud to invite Native and tribal youth to participate in a forum with the Biden Harris Administration! This forum will take place November 17, 2021 at 1:00 EST. This […]
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The Center for Native American Youth is one of many organizations expressing their support for the Reconciliation in Place Names Act (H.R. 4454/S. 2400) by Congressman Green and Senator Warren. All across the US, there are places which honor precious confederate leaders and historical figures which committed unspeakable harm against marginalized communities. These leaders received […]
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Day 1 Staff and youth began the day by introducing themselves, sharing their expectations and hopes for their time at the Aspen Institute. For most of the youth, this was the first time they had been on a plane. “I am open for a good experience and to learn a lot so that I can go home and share it,” said CRYP youth leader Jordyn. […]
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Eden K. (Osage Nation) is currently a senior in high school pursing her dream career in aerospace engineering and astronomy. When Eden isn’t working toward this goal to be an astronaut, you can find her throwing shot put and discus for her track and field team or in Girl Scouts. We spoke with Eden about her journey to pursue her […]
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