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The Center for Native American Youth

The Center for Native American Youth

By Center4Native

The Center for Native American youth (CNAY) at the Aspen Institute is a national advocacy organization that works alongside Native youth ages 24 and under. Our episodes are dedicated to highlight and share the stories of Indigenous people with an emphasis on Indigenous youth.
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Mental Health Awareness with Auntie

The Center for Native American YouthMay 21, 2022

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Mental Health Awareness with Auntie

Mental Health Awareness with Auntie

This episode we have a conversation with Dr. Billie Jo Kipp. Dr.Kipp goes auntie mode as she answers some questions on mental health. In this episode we discuss mental health in Native communities, views across generations, and personal experiences in our journeys. Mental Health is an important topic and we encourage you to seek advice and support from professionals in your area.
May 21, 202216:45
Let’s Talk About Indigenous Representation!

Let’s Talk About Indigenous Representation!

On this podcast we talk with our special guest comedian and actress Jana Schmieding, about the struggles of breaking into the film industry as a Native person, why we need more Native people in these spaces, and a few shout outs to some of our favorite shows like a Rutherford Falls and Reservation Dogs!
Apr 15, 202242:10
Native Women Leadership

Native Women Leadership

Join us as Samantha Reyes, Turtle Mountain Chippewa/ Salish Kootenai Flathead/Chicanx shares how Indigenous women and their style of leadership has impacted her life. As well as why it’s important to have the voices of Native women present in all spaces, especially when it comes to people coming into our communities to work with Native youth.
Apr 02, 202235:08
Honoring Black and Indigenous Excellence

Honoring Black and Indigenous Excellence

This Black History Month, we wanted to bring this Tele-Native Youth Webinar Honoring Black and Indigenous Excellence to the top of your feed! This conversation took place February 2021 with former Native American Autumn Rose Williams, Owner and CEO of Wopila Consulting Lilian Sparks Robinson and the conversation was moderated by 2021 CNAY Youth Advisory Board Vice Chair Anthony Tamez-Pochel. Tune in as they talk about their lived experiences being Black and Indigenous in America.
Feb 25, 202254:59
Tribal Colleges and Universities

Tribal Colleges and Universities

This week we celebrate Tribal College and University (TCU) week! In this episode we have a conversation with Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish college President Dr. Twyla Baker. Join us as we discuss navigating higher education as a Native student, TCU’s and the importance of community!
Feb 12, 202228:17
Who We Are Part 2

Who We Are Part 2

Join us for an episode with Aspen Institute CEO Dan Porterfield and CNAY Executive Director Nikki Pitre as they talk about leadership, the importance of community, and what it means to be a good relative.
Jan 22, 202233:11
Who We Are

Who We Are

Join us as we have a conversation with CNAY Founder Senator Dorgan, CNAY Executive Director Nikki Pitre, and CNAY Youth Advisory Board Anthony Tamez-Pochel.
Jan 07, 202240:47
The Introduction Episode
Dec 03, 202101:54