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

Say Her Name: Emily Pike
Native Youth
Mar 04

Say Her Name: Emily Pike

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Welcoming Tracy L. Canard Goodluck: CNAY’s New Executive Director
CNAY News & Events
Mar 04

Welcoming Tracy L. Canard Goodluck: CNAY’s New Executive Director

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CNAY is Hiring a Program Coordinator
Staff
Mar 03

CNAY is Hiring a Program Coordinator

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Call for Applications: 2025 CA Native Youth Collective
California Native Youth Collective
Feb 27

Call for Applications: 2025 CA Native Youth Collective

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Champs Week 2025: Growth, Community and Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital
Champions for Change
Feb 24

Champs Week 2025: Growth, Community and Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital

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2025 Champions for Change Address Tribal Leaders, Community Members & Allies in Washington, DC
Champions for Change
Feb 14

2025 Champions for Change Address Tribal Leaders, Community Members & Allies in Washington, DC

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