Opening Remarks: Former U.S. Senator Byron Dorgan had a prolific career in public service, serving at both the state and federal levels. During his time in Congress, Senator Dorgan was a tireless advocate for Native American issues, championing efforts to reauthorize and modernize the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, authoring the Tribal Law and Order Act, […]
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On January 29, Major League Baseball’s Cleveland franchise announced plans to retire its divisive Chief Wahoo mascot from the team’s uniforms in 2019. The Center for Native American Youth at The Aspen Institute (CNAY) recognizes that the misrepresentation of Native peoples through racist imagery, team names and mascots has been a longtime priority for Native […]
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Hear the inspiring stories that led Damien, Isabel, Shawna, EllaMae, and Anthony to be named 2018 Champions for Change. Collectively, these five Native American youth leaders are working to connect Native youth with the healing power of tribal lands, reintegrate formerly incarcerated Native Americans, advocate for Native youth in foster care, revitalize Native languages, and […]
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The Center for Native American Youth’s Champions for Change (CFC) program is designed to recognize positive youth-led efforts, share stories of inspiration, and help young leaders develop their advocacy skills. The CFC program gives Native youth a national platform to: Educate new stakeholders about the challenges and strengths of Native communities, Lift up youth perspectives on the […]
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