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Category: Native Youth

I loving being an artist because it helps me get away from reality for a bit and keeps me connected with my culture.

I loving being an artist because it helps me get away from reality for a bit and keeps me connected with my culture.

Posted on November 20, 2020

By: Roger Beyal Jr., Navajo Nation, Generation Indigenous Ambassador Yá’át’ééh (Greetings), My name is Roger Beyal Jr. and I am…

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I found myself on the Jeopardy! stage, flanked by two amazing competitors, hoping I could make my eight-year old self proud. I wouldnʻt have been there without him.

I found myself on the Jeopardy! stage, flanked by two amazing competitors, hoping I could make my eight-year old self proud. I wouldnʻt have been there without him.

Posted on November 20, 2020

Alex Trebeck’s legacy lives on. The game show host, who died of pancreatic cancer on Nov. 8, had a powerful…

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“When I sit down to write a song, I try my best to embody the emotion I’m feeling at the moment in order to convey somewhat of a strong message…”

“When I sit down to write a song, I try my best to embody the emotion I’m feeling at the moment in order to convey somewhat of a strong message…”

Posted on November 12, 2020

By: Hataałiinez Wheeler YA-TA-HEY my name is Hataałiinez Wheeler, but everyone just calls me Hataałii ‘round these parts. I make music for people to listen…

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I am proud of the beauty that is naturally prominent within my culture; I am proud that I can dance and sing to the words of my ancestors; I am proud to be Native American.

I am proud of the beauty that is naturally prominent within my culture; I am proud that I can dance and sing to the words of my ancestors; I am proud to be Native American.

Posted on November 5, 2020

By: Riley Werk, Aaniiih & Nakoda, Junior at Hays/LodgePole High School Há mikonabi! My name is Riley Werk, I am…

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CNAY 2020 Champions for Change to Extend Another Year 

CNAY 2020 Champions for Change to Extend Another Year 

Posted on October 28, 2020

Washington, DC, October 28, 2020- The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at The Aspen Institute will extend its eighth class of CNAY Champions for Change to serve for another…

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It’s a holistic process to love yourself and to care for yourself

It’s a holistic process to love yourself and to care for yourself

Posted on October 10, 2020

By: Adrian, Navajo Nation “I think for me self-love and self-care go hand in hand. It’s a holistic process to…

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