#FreshTracksAction is coming to the Midwest! Full scholarships are available for eligible 18-25 year old #NativeYouth in the Midwest region of the US interested in creating change in their communities. The training will be held August 10-12 in Chicago, Illinois. Registration is due August 3rd!
Minnesota Tribal Youth Gathering
The Minnesota Tribal Youth Gathering (MTYG) will be the first-ever statewide tribal youth gathering of its kind. Designed to help Native American youth develop civic leadership skills, the MTYG places Native youth in dialogue with state, tribal and community leaders to create solutions to pressing issues in Minnesota. The event takes place on July 27 at the University of Minnesota. Click here for event details and schedule.
Youth are required to complete the Gen-I Challenge and sign up to be Gen-I Ambassadors by June 30 to be eligible to attend. Click here to join Gen-I, and select Option “C”. Registration closes on June 30, 2018.
5th Annual Native Youth Food and Agriculture Leadership Summit
The 2018 Native Youth in Food in Agriculture Leadership Summit is an annual conference hosted by University of Arkansas School of Law that gives Native youth the opportunity to gain a better understanding of of food and agriculture production and policy. During the Summit, youth will have the opportunity to connect with experts in food and agriculture, as well as learn the skills necessary to be the next generation of leaders in the field. This year’s dates are June 7-14 (includes travel), and all food, lodging, instructional materials and field trip costs will be provided. Some travel scholarships are available.
Obama Foundation Summit
On October 31st and November 1st, the Obama Foundation will welcome civic leaders from around Chicago, the US, and the world to a two-day immersive event in Chicago. The Foundation is inviting incredible young leaders who are passionate about social change and civic engagement to apply to attend. The ideal candidate is active in their community and will bring a unique perspective to share with other attendees.
United National Indian Tribal Youth
(UNITY) Helps Native youth organize to make a difference in the areas of community service, heritage, healthy lifestyles and the environment. Youth Council toolkits are available to those wishing to start youth councils.
Native American Student Advocacy Institute
Holds an annual conference on Indian education. Includes a program of plenaries, sessions, and activities to help you advance educational attainment among American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students.