Urban Indian Coalition of Arizona

06/16/2026

⭐ Apply for the Future Inspired Native American Leaders (F.I.N.A.L.) Youth Council! ⭐

⏰ APPLICATION DUE DATE EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, JUNE 19TH @ 5PM ⏰

‼️NOW RECRUITING FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR.‼️

Become a youth ambassador for the Phoenix Indian Center's Youth Development Program. As a Member, you will help plan & organize cultural, educational & community workshops, events/activities throughout the year.

Benefits of Membership:
🫡 Leadership Development
🏘️ Community Engagement
🌐 Networking Opportunities
⏰ Applications Due: June 12th @ 5:00PM

✍️ Apply Today! ✍️

Scan the QR code or click the link in bio to register.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4udCaTe

For more information, contact the Youth Development Team at [email protected] or 602-264-6768 ext. 218.

06/16/2026

Happening today!

The Phoenix Indian Center is offering a Kinaaldá (Female) & Zhízhch'į́į́d (Male) Navajo Coming of Age series designed to help families prepare for & deepen their understanding of these important cultural milestones. 👪

Join us for an informational session to learn about the workshops, activities & teachings that will take place from July through December. 🤔

Come together with community members, Elders & families to build a circle of support that strengthens our youth, honors Navajo traditions & helps carry our cultural teachings forward for future generations. 🪶

Event Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00-7:00 PM (MST/AZ TIME)
📍 Location: Virtual via Zoom

In this Zoom session, we’ll cover:
✔ Youth eligibility
✔ Cohort schedule
✔ How to apply for this once-in-a-lifetime experience

Join us to:
✨ Grow your confidence on your self-discovery journey
✨ Meet other Diné youth
✨ Share stories & learn from mentors keeping Navajo traditions alive

✍️ Register Today! ✍️

Scan the QR code or click here to register: https://bit.ly/3RIMjsP 🔗

This is a family learning event; child(ren) must be supervised at all times. Parents/Guardians please input your contact information.

For more information, contact Language & Culture Coordinator, Kami Ortiz at [email protected] or 602-264-6768 ext. 130.

06/16/2026

Share the number. Spread the word. Add 988 to your phone now—it could save a life later.

Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. 988Lifeline.org

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

Everyone can play a role in su***de prevention. Some warning signs may help you determine if someone in your life is at risk for su***de.

💚 Know the warning signs
💚 Seek help by calling or texting 988 or chatting online 988lifeline.org

06/16/2026

Ephraim Sloan and Layla Curtis from RUN n GUN Basketball Club kicked off the Living in 2 Worlds (L2W) June Summer Camp on Monday, June 8th with an action-packed basketball clinic.
Youth sharpened their basketball fundamentals, built teamwork skills, and explored how lessons learned on the court can help them succeed in everyday life. 🏀 💪✨
Missed our June camp? Don’t worry! We’re bringing the basketball fun back with another clinic led by Ephraim and Layla along with other cultural workshops such as beading, screen printing, medicine bag making, and more.
📅 July L2W Camp (June 28th - July 10th)
👥 Open to middle school youth
💲 FREE to attend
Ready to join us? Register today at uicaz.org and be part of the fun! 🙌

06/16/2026

Inviting all community members to our August safeTALK training! Build upon your awareness and learn lifesaving su***de alertness and intervention skills! Together, we can help others and build a more caring community. Su***de is preventable, and your actions can help save lives.

The skills you'll learn from attending safeTALK:
💬 Recognize signs and invitations for help
🤝 Take action with confidence
🌈 Connect individuals to local resources

🗓️ Date: August 5th, 2026 from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
📍 Location: Phoenix Indian Center
✨ Open to anyone 15+

***dePrevention

06/12/2026

Last week we had prevention team members, Rechelle and Bah, facilitate a Safeguarding Medications Workshop in North Phoenix. Thank you Mariana from the City of Phoenix for inviting us out!💙🪶

06/12/2026

Day 2 of the Living in Two Worlds Summer Camp we had our very own Bah facilitate a bead making (yóó) workshop with the youth! The scholars were all hard at work learning some history behind bead making and completing their very own piece! 🤩🤩💙🪶

06/10/2026

POV: You’re waiting for the water bottle to hit me… 👀💧

But I’m waiting for YOU to join us at Summer Camp! ☀️🎉

📍 Frank Elementary School { 8409 S Avenida Del Yaqui
Tempe, AZ 85283
United States}
📅 June 8th – June 18th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

But seriously—come make memories with us this summer! 🎨⚽📚✨

The water bottle hit me before your registration did.😂💧