Drumroll please… 🥁 Applications for the 2026 CNAY Fellowship are officially 𝑶𝑷𝑬𝑵! Swipe ➡️ to learn more about the program & scroll back in our feed for a refresher on the 3 cohorts🌲❤️🐻 Visit the link in our bio to apply by January 14! 🔗

Each year, California Native youth join a movement of leaders passionate about local transformation. In 2026, they will develop community projects to help advance state policy & become part of the larger CNAY Fellowship 🐻 Interested in the 2026 CNYC cohort? Check back TOMORROW!

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Each year, femme-identifying Native youth embark on a collective healing journey. This year, they will create digital pieces that advance the MMIP movement & become part of the larger CNAY Fellowship. ❤️ Interested in the 2026 Remembering Our Sisters cohort? Check back Thursday!

Each year, Native youth from the PNW join a cohort of aspiring leaders with a passion for environmental justice. In 2026, they will develop community projects & become part of the larger CNAY Fellowship. 🌲 Interested in the 2026 Brave Heart cohort? Check back later this week 🔗

Creative Native submissions are due SUNDAY ‼️ This is a chance for young Indigenous artists (5-24) to have their work uplifted & win up to $1,000. 💸 Submit your art inspired by what you hold 𝓼𝓪𝓬𝓻𝓮𝓭 at the link in bio. #NativeArt #ArtContest #RepresentationMatters

🌎 Where in the World is CNAY? From ABQ & DC to SEA & DEN - we're ending the year the same way we started: in community with our partners, relatives & youth. If you’ll be nearby, let us know — we’d love to connect! 🔗 #CommunityBuilding #StaffRetreat #ChildWelfare

Tell Us How You Play!! @AspenInstSports is gathering feedback from young people about their participation & feelings about sports (link in bio 🔗). Children 10-18 are invited to take the anonymous National Youth Sport Survey by 11/30. #ProjectPlay #YouthSports

Run out of time to apply to be a 2026 Champion for Change? We got you!! You now have until Sunday, NOVEMBER 2 ⏱️ Visit the link in our bio to submit. 🔗 Questions? Just ask! We're here to help. 🏆 #ChampionsForChange #NativeYouth #IndigenousExcellence #Extension #CNAY

⚠️REMINDER⚠️ Creative Native is open through 11/30! This is a chance for young Indigenous artists (5-24) to have their work uplifted & win up to $1,000. 💸 Submit your art inspired by what you hold 𝓼𝓪𝓬𝓻𝓮𝓭 at the link in bio. #NativeArt #ArtContest #RepresentationMatters

If there is one thing I’ve learned through my career, it’s that Native youth drive powerful change. Now is the time to invest in that promise & help us ensure our youth always believe in their inherent strength - link in bio to donate! 🔗 Yaw^ko & Mvto. Thank you. Tracy Goodluck

Relief Funding Available!! In response to the ongoing flooding crisis in western Alaska caused by #TyphoonHalong – we're offering five $1,000 micro-grants to Native youth (11-24) who want to help rebuild their community. Learn more & apply for funding at the link in our bio. 🔗

There’s still time to apply to be a 2026 Champion for Change! 🌟🏆 If you’re an Indigenous changemaker in your community — this could be you! Learn more & apply by October 27 through the link in our bio! ⏰🔗 #ChampionsForChange #NativeYouth #IndigenousExcellence #TBT #CNAY

Join us for an upcoming training to learn how we can help you make an impact (10/14 @ 12PM) OR drop into office hours for real-time feedback (10/17 & 11/21 @ 1PM). Sessions open to all. Funding available to Native youth 11-24! Applications due 12/1. Links to register in bio 🔗

🌎 Where in the World is CNAY? From Spokane to Minneapolis, we're connecting with Native youth, families & allies to build community and celebrate resilience this fall 🍂 📍 Next stop: Phoenix, AZ! #NativeYouth #CommunityBuilding #NIEA2025 #waDCYF #OpportunityYouth #NCAI #CNAY

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Ernie Stevens Jr., a proud member of the Oneida Nation & founding member of the CNAY Board of Advisors. Ernie's commitment to uplifting young people and advocating for their wellbeing was resolute. Link in our bio to read more

Ready to 𝙏𝙐𝙍𝙉 𝙐𝙋 your impact? 💥 🔊 Applications to be a 2026 Champion for Change are OPEN!! Swipe ➡️ to learn more about eligibility & what makes a strong application 💪🏽 🏆 YOU belong in the next cohort & have until October 27 to apply! Link in our bio 🔗

Want to join the CNAY family? Curious about our programs but not sure where to start? You've come to the right place! 📍 We have TONS of upcoming (& ongoing) opportunities for Native youth of all ages. Scroll through to learn more. Questions? Email cnayinfo@aspeninstitute.org

🎨 2025 Creative Native Call for Art 🎨 What’s your sacred story? ✨🪶 Indigenous artists ages 5–24 can submit art for national recognition + awards up to $1,000! 💸 🗓️ Deadline: Nov 30, 2025 @ 11:59pm EST Learn more 👉 https://t.co/aibkEDpox1 #NativeYouth #IndigenousArt

🎨2025 Creative Native Call for Art🎨 This year, we want to see your art inspired by what is SACRED to you. ✨🪶 Indigenous artists ages 5-24 have the opportunity to win prizes up to $1,000! Submissions accepted until November 15, 2024 @ 11:59pm EST. Learn more & submit 🔗

As we close out summer☀️ & look towards the school year 📓 — we are filled with hope. We work tirelessly in this season of change to uplift Native youth's triumphs & serve as a support through their challenges. But we can’t do it alone: https://t.co/7hrTLe6CrE