UNITY is now accepting submissions for workshops to be presented during the National Conference on Sunday, July 2, and Monday, July 3. Presenters will have 45 minutes to share a topic that engages youth and encourages learning in a safe and positive environment. Suggested topics include (but are not limited to): education, career, culture, environment, or wellness. Youth Councils and young adults are highly encouraged to host their own workshops!
The deadline to submit a workshop is May 30, 2023.
Please note that slots are limited and you will be notified if your workshop is selected.
Selection notification: Friday, May 26, 2023.
What is a Workshop?
Presenters will have 45 minutes to present on a specific topic (see suggested subject matters below.) Native youth participants will select the workshops they want to participate in. There will be two days of 4 rounds of workshops:
Sunday, July 2
Round 1: 10:15 am – 11:00 am
*15 min break*
Round 2: 11:15 am – 12:00 pm
*Lunch Break*
Round 3: 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm
Round 4: 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
Monday, July 3
Round 1: 10:30 am – 11:15 am
*Lunch Break*
Round 2: 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm
Round 3: 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm
Round 4: 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
Please remember – this format of “workshopping” is meant to keep your audience engaged and learn in a safe and positive environment, we challenge you to be fun and creative with your workshop.
Subject matters may include (but are not limited to):
- CAREER: Higher Education, Fellowship Programs, STEM-related Education, Politics and Leadership, and Financial Planning
- CULTURE: Language and Culture Retention Programs/Models, Using the Arts as a Means of Retaining Culture, NAGPRA/Historic Preservation, and Using Culture as a Means to Live a Healthy Life
- ENVIRONMENT: Global Warming, Environmental Issues Confronting Tribal Communities, Careers and Opportunities in Environmental Sciences, Political Issues Involving Our Planet
- HEALTH: Physical, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Violence, Wellness Programs, Fitness and Active Lifestyles
UNITY serves Native American and Alaska Native youth ages 14-24 years old. Your content should be appealing and directed to youth in this age range. There is high interest for Peer-to-Peer workshops. Youth and youth councils are encouraged to submit proposals.
Please note: Honorariums are not provided for workshop presenters.
Email questions to Carmen with our events team at carmen@uriascommunications.com.