The Champions for Change know what it means to accept the call to leadership. These five Native American youth each lead by inspiring other young people to take action, while demonstrating a deep commitment and accountability to their tribal communities. Join us in celebrating their efforts and learning what young Native leaders need to build strong futures […]
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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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On November 15, CNAY celebrated Native American Heritage Month by releasing its second annual State of Native Youth report, centered on the intersection of Native identities and civic engagement. Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute Releases Second Annual State of Native Youth Report November 15, Washington, DC – Today at 12 PM Eastern […]
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Wednesday, October 11, 2017, Aspen, CO — This past summer, we sent five outstanding Gen-I Ambassadors to the Natural Leaders Network Train the Trainer Summit at the National Conservation Training Center in West Virginia to train them for a new cross-cultural outdoors-based leadership expedition called Fresh Tracks. The experience was a transformative – and as one of […]
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