About

The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at the Aspen Institute is a national education and advocacy organization that works alongside Native youth—ages 24 and under—on reservations, in rural villages and urban spaces across the country to improve their health, safety and overall well-being.

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What We Do

Research & Data
Research & Data
Our research prioritizes Indigenous best-practices & assures broad access to data that reflects Native youth from across the country. 
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Our Programs
Our Programs
Our culturally-responsive programs, curriculum and methodologies provide youth with knowledge and skills to grow as change agents.
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Media Mentions
Media Mentions
We are proud to serve as a vessel for Native youth to share their truth through strategic media partnerships.
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News and Updates

Announcing the 2025 Champions for Change!
Champions for Change
Jan 14

Announcing the 2025 Champions for Change!

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Walking With Purpose: Reflections on the 2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum
California Native Youth Collective
Jan 07

Walking With Purpose: Reflections on the 2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum

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CNAY Seeks Next Executive Director
CNAY News & Events
Dec 19

CNAY Seeks Next Executive Director

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Honoring Maria Tallchief with a Barbie Inspiring Woman Doll
CNAY News & Events
Dec 16

Honoring Maria Tallchief with a Barbie Inspiring Woman Doll

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Call for Applications: 2025 Remembering Our Sisters Fellowship
Opportunities
Dec 04

Call for Applications: 2025 Remembering Our Sisters Fellowship

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2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum: Native Youth Pave the Way Forward
CNAY News & Events
Nov 26

2024 White House Tribal Youth Forum: Native Youth Pave the Way Forward

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