Jaimie Cruz, Squaxin Island Tribe 25 years old Hometown: Kamilche, WA “Whether it is my own tribe or the neighboring tribes it is important to be able to understand the possibilities of growth within our own communities. Tribal economics is how we are able to provide for our people” Jaimie Cruz is a member of the […]
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Jessica Bradby, Pamunkey Indian Tribe 24 years old Hometown: King William, VA “It’s important that we expand economically so that we can provide for and take care of our members. This is less of a choice and more of a social responsibility, and social responsibility is the foundation of indigenous values. We take care of one […]
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As part of our commitment to strengthen career opportunities for Native youth, CNAY partnered with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to provide a platform for Native youth leaders at their recent events in Washington, DC. Gen-I Ambassadors Alec Calac (Pauma Band of Luiseño Indians) and Summer Brunoe (Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs) were invited guests […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) is proud to announce the 2018 cohort of Gen-I Career Success Fellows! These six Indigenous leaders will join CNAY and the Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA) in New Orleans for networking, leadership development, and career opportunities at the annual NAFOA conference in April. Prior to the start of the […]
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