This October, the Center for Native American Youth traveled to Aspen, Colorado to attend the Aspen Institute Opportunity Youth Forum. Executive Director Erik Stegman, Senior Fellow Juan Martinez, and Program Associate Jen Peacock traveled with four youth to attend and facilitate sessions at the forum. Youth leaders brought to Aspen were supported by CNAY as well as our […]
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In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Center for Native American Youth has released its 2019 State of Native Youth Report with a youth panel event at The Aspen Institute. Featured speakers included Native youth leaders who shared their insights about the policy and issues that impact them as well as work being done to address […]
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During this Pride Month, organizations throughout Indian Country have highlighted resources and opportunities to empower LGBTQ, 2-Spirit youth in our tribal communities. Listed below is a selection of resources and media from organizations meant to support youth in their gender and sexual identities. Pride Month resources: “Celebrating Our Magic” Toolkit is a culturally-specific resource for American […]
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Students in the graduating Class of 2020 are invited to apply for the Native Pathways Summer Program at Colorado College – July 17-19, 2019. Enjoy 3 days of activities focused on college admissions and planning, major exploration, financial literacy and more! Stay in a dorm, explore campus living, and get first-hand tips from college counselors and […]
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