#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!
Northwest Youth Corps’ Tribal Stewards Program
The Tribal Stewards Program is specifically designed to provide hands on training and experience to Native American young adults who are interested in pursuing employment with conservation corps, land and water resource management agencies, and other outdoor careers. The Tribal Stewards Program integrates team-based work projects, culture relevancy, education, and on-site vocational training into an experience that prioritizes personal growth, and the development of conservation work skills. Participants will develop technical skills working on a variety of conservation projects while developing the soft skills needed to be successful in the outdoor industry.
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.
TRAIL Research Internship
The TRAIL—Teaching Rising American Indian Leaders—Internship Project offers practical experience and mentoring for students studying for degrees and preparing for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM).
Tribal Salmon Camp
The CRITFC Salmon Camp is a precollege program supporting out-of-school learning opportunities for middle school Native American youth. The program focuses on providing culturally relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) experiences to improve student achievement and close the achievement gap for Native American youth.
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Native Youth Program
A program focused on introducing Native youth to historic preservation as a potential career choice, providing opportunities to voice concerns regarding the protection of sacred sites.