Sponsors Nisqually Indian Tribe| Tulalip Tribes | Suquamish Indian Tribe | Muckleshoot Tribe | Foster and Pepper Law Firm | Port Madison Enterprise | American Friends Service Committee | Energy Innovation Foundation | Clear Channel Media and Entertainment | Department of Behavior Health and Recovery | Puyallup Tribe| Spirit Walk Foundation | Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling | How to Help Volunteer or donate today! Contact: Sarah Sense-‐Wilson Phone: 206-‐524-‐5220 Email: [email protected] Urban Native Education Alliance Contact: Mary Ann Peltier Phone: 206-‐848-‐4684 Email: [email protected] Tax Number: 27-‐4272577 Partners Northwest Indian College| Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science| Big Picture High School|Learn 28| Longhouse Media| Nathan Hale High School| Northwest Justice Project| Police Activities League| Red Eagle Soaring| Seattle Public Schools| United Indians of All Tribes Foundation|W ashington Indian Civil Rights Commission| Huchoosedah| Tierra Madre| UW Center for Native People for Cancer Prevention| UW Indigenous Wellness Research Institute| American Indian Heritage Middle College| UNEA Board of Directors Sarah Sense-‐Wilson Oglala Sioux, UNEA Chair Mary Ann Peltier Turtle Mountain Chippewa/Assiniboine Sioux, UNEA Co-‐Chair Karen Elliot Tlingit & Haida, UNEA Secretary Phil Bange Cherokee, UNEA Member at Large Blaine Escarcega Assiniboine Sioux, UNEA Member at Large Marciano Rodriguez UNEA Treasurer Thriving through Education Culture and Tradition Mission Statement: Engage all generations to serve and empower Native youth through education, culture and tradition. Clear Sky ‘Warriors’ Basketball Program Native Pride Basketball Camp UNEA focuses on providing culturally responsive and relevant support through direct social cultural, and educational support services to Native youth and families. UNEA also provides consultations advocacy and support for SPS, families and students. We continue to be inspired by our 100% graduation of our Native learners participating in our programs and activities. Programs of UNEA Seattle Clear Sky Native Youth Council Warrior hoop philosophy is founded on strengthening tribal identity through healthy choices and positive relationships with peers, family and community. Clear Sky Warrior basketball program serves Native boys/girls ages 8-‐14. Student athletes participate in organized weekly practices, scrimmages, tournaments, Inter-‐tribal games, camps and leagues. Coaching staff implement various methods and techniques for building player confidence, self-‐esteem, and affirming tribal identity. Special Events of UNEA Seattle Clear Sky Native Youth Council is a weekly program serving the dual purpose of fostering academic enrichment, and cultural/traditional Indigenous learning experiences. SCNYC program strengthens community and promotes healthy identity development, personal growth and supports affirming universal tribal values. Native learners and family members participate in a variety of activities such as: •
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Traditional Drumming, Singing, Blessing Ceremonies Weekly tutoring support with college mentors Traditional Storytelling, Talking Circles Community Service and Leadership Training Song C reation, Spoken Word workshops “Undoing Racism,” Decolonization Workshops Alcohol and Drug and Gambling Awareness Mural making and creative art projects Clear Sky Native Youth Conference We take a holistic approach with our camp while engaging youth in basketball fundamental, teamwork, sportsmanship, drills and skill. Athletes participate in talking circles and discussions on various topics relevant to their life experiences. Athletes are coached by skilled and trained Seattle area basketball players and community members. Fostering the strengths and talents of our youth and community members reinforces our goal of building healthy tribal relationships, tribal values and culture as central for healthy identity. Annual Native Winter Film Festival The community is invited to this event that features Native American films with contemporary, and historically significant experiences. Rites of Passage Graduation Ceremony This conference brings urban and reservation Native American youth from all over the Puget Sound together to learn from local Native American leaders, educators, cultural specialists, and artists. Central to the conference is Indigenous knowledge, college readiness, creative expression, leadership development, cross-‐
cultural learning, and stewardship. At the end of every school year, Native youth are recognized for their achievements at our Rites of Passage graduation. Our ceremony includes recognition of both 8th and 12th grade graduates, recognition of staff and administrators who demonstrate exceptional academic support and advocacy for Native youth.