Native American Youth Programs, Advocacy & Current Events

American Indian female student presenting in red tribal clothing on American Indian program

Discuss and participate in Native American current events!

Close Up has longstanding partnerships with the United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) and the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), as well as a history of developing programs for Native and non-Native students alike. These Native American youth programs include:

USET Impact Week Youth Summit: Through interactions with fellow USET youth, tribal leaders, and delegates, students enhance their understanding of the relationship between tribal nations and the U.S. government, and the role of USET in Native American advocacy.

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American Indian and Alaska Native Youth Summit: Students identify their concerns for their communities, build the skills needed to make change, and become advocates for issues impacting Indian Country.

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EXPLORE ALL HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Washington, D.C.

Six-Day Program

Learn about American democracy first-hand during this in-depth exploration of the nation’s capital. Learn More >

Fourth of July 2025

Celebrate an unforgettable Independence Day in D.C. with Close Up! Learn More >

NextGen Roundtable: AI & Democracy Summer Institute

Join us at Stanford University this summer to study policy at the intersection of technology and society! Learn More >

Customize a Program for Your School

Partner with Close Up to design a customized experience for your school! Learn More >

Civil Discourse Lab

Customize a four-day, deliberation-focused program to help your students think critically and develop empathy for other views. Learn More >

Washington, D.C. & New York City

Examine the relationship between business and government while visiting two of America’s most important cities. Learn More >

Washington, D.C.

Four-Day Program

Explore the capital city in a fast-paced, four-day adventure! Learn More >

New Americans Program

Discover our nation’s diverse heritage in a D.C. program geared toward immigrant and migrant students. Learn More >

American Indian Focus Programs

Consider the issues facing Indian Country in one of three exclusive programs in the nation’s capital. Learn More >

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