​+ About the Training +

Become a Certified Native Youth Leadership Trainer!

The Native Youth Leadership Curriculum is a dynamic 10-lesson curriculum designed to empower Native youth and strengthen their leadership skills, grounded in cultural values and cultural teachings.

This training is ideal for adults working with Native youth, including youth program staff, educators, tribal leaders, mentors, and others dedicated to supporting the next generation. Through engaging lessons and activities, the curriculum helps youth explore identity, wellness, leadership, healthy relationships, connection to community, and more.

The training will be hands-on and experiential, with opportunities for participants to practice and present their knowledge to deepen understanding and confidence.

​After completing the training, you’ll be certified to deliver Native Youth Leadership workshops in your own community. Please note: this certification does not authorize you to certify others as trainers. Participants will receive hands-on learning, a copy of the curriculum, and a certificate of completion, making this a powerful resource for youth and community programs.

+ Registration fee +
$599
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+ ​Training Topics +

  • Native Wellness
  • Traditional Values
  • Healthy Communication
  • Healthy Relationships
  • Healthy Sexuality
  • Traditional Leadership
  • Decision Making
  • Vision
  • Trainer Tips
​Training Location 
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Barbie's Village 
935 NE 33rd Ave. 
Portland, Oregon 97232

+ Lodging +
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The Double Tree Hilton is in Portland's Lloyd District, within a half-mile of the Oregon Convention Center and the Moda Center. We're one block from Lloyd Center shopping, and the local MAX Light Rail station is next door, linking to downtown Portland and the airport. Enjoy our 24-hour fitness center, outdoor pool, and a warm welcome cookie on arrival.

Amenities
Beautiful Views of the Cascade Mountains or Portland Skyline
Connecting Rooms 
Digital Key 
Concierge 
On-site restaurant 
Outdoor pool 
Fitness Center 
Pet-Friendly rooms 
Room Service
Business Center
Double Tree Hilton 
1000 NE Multnomah St. 
Portland, Oregon 97232

Room Rate: $139 

The cutoff date to receive the discounted rate is April 11, 2026. Mention the 2025 Adults Working with Native Youth Training of Trainers to receive the discounted room rate. 

Please note the training will not be held at the hotel, and you will need transportation to Barbie's village. Options include rental cars, ride shares, or taxis. If you cannot find transportation from the hotel to Barbie's Village, please let us know, and we can help.  

+ Training Schedule +

Tuesday, May 12

8:30 am - Registration Sign-in
9:00 am - Opening Ceremony 
  • Welcome, Blessing, Introductions, Why We're Here, Overview,  Ice-breaker 
9:30 am - Building Team
10:00 am - Native Wellness
10:30 am - Break 
10:45 am - Traditional Values
Noon - Lunch (On your own)
1:30 pm - Training Skill Development
3:00 pm - Break 
3:15 pm - Party Like It's 1491
4:30 pm - Closing 
5:00 pm - Adjourn ​

Wednesday, MAY 13

9:00 am - Opening Ceremony 
  • Welcome, Blessing, Review, Check-in,
    Ice-breaker 
9:30 am - Healthy Communication 
10:30 am - Break 
10:45 am - Training Skill Development
Noon - Lunch (On your own)
1:30 pm - Preparation and Practice
2:00 pm - Group Presentation I
3:00 pm - Break
3:15 pm - Group Presentation II
4:30 pm - Closing 
5:00 pm - Adjourn ​

Thursday, MAY 14

9:00 am - Opening Ceremony
  • Welcome, Blessing, Review, Check-in,
    Ice-breaker 
9:30 am - Group Presentation III
10:30 am - Break
10:45 am - Group Presentation IV
Noon - Lunch (On your own) 
1:30 pm - Group Presentation V
2:30 pm - Training Skill Development
3:00 pm - Break 
3:15 pm - Wrap-up: Planning Our Journey as Facilitators 
  • Q & A​
4:30 pm - Closing Ceremony 
5:00 pm - Adjourn

+ Cancellation/substitution Policy +

By registering, I acknowledge and agree to the following:  
If I am unable to attend, I may designate a replacement participant at no additional charge, provided that written notice (via email) of the replacement's name is received by the Native Wellness Institute before the training begins. All registration fees are non-refundable. A one-time credit may be issued for a future training of equal or lesser value if cancellation is made in advance. Such credits must be used within twelve (12) months of the originally scheduled training date, after which they will expire. If I do not attend and fail to provide either a timely cancellation or a replacement, the full registration fee will be retained as a no-show fee.​
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