Native youth stories Archives - Page 12 of 26 - Center for Native American Youth

Using art, language, and traditional foods as a way of healing

By: Elizabeth Sate Day During this time, I find I am more aware of my surroundings and being stuck at home is a blessing in disguise. At this time, I am close to my loved ones and it is a great opportunity to hear their stories and learn more about where you come from. It is the perfect time […]

Recognizing land and staying healthy during COVID-19

By: Owen Oliver, 2020 Champion for Change This piece was written and curated on the lands of the Tlingit People in Ketchikan, Alaska. The Center for Native American Youth through the Aspen Institute sits on the traditional and contemporary lands, shared waters, and medicinal knowledges of the Anacostan, Piscataway, Pamunkey people. You can learn more […]

I believe that as Native youth, we are healthy and able to step up to care for our Nations in a way that is absolutely needed

Yá’át’ééh, hello, my name is Shandiin Herrera and I am a proud citizen of the Navajo Nation. I live in Monument Valley, Utah on the Navajo reservation. In the recent weeks as COVID-19 has been on a rapid spread, our community has slowly begun to respond. Our schools have closed down, our tribal park and welcome center have also […]

Native Youth Response to COVID-19

Dear Native Youth, Amid the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, how are you staying safe? What is your community doing to stay healthy? What are you feeling? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Share with us what your community is doing to care for others and elders. Whatever you’re doing, we want to know and highlight it […]