The 2009 winners at their Honor Ceremony, held July 30, 2009, at the National Museum of the American Indian, Washington, D.C.REACHING OUT TO NATIVE AMERICAN YOUTH TO INSPIRE READING, STUDYING, AND HIGHER EDUCATIONThe Young Native Writers Essay Contest is a writing contest for Native American high school students and is designed to encourage young Native Americans to think about the critical issues impacting their tribal communities today.The voices that emerge from this program honor the legacy of every Native American who has ever lived. Add your words to the thousands submitted |