Urban Indian Center Equips Native Youth for Successat 2025 Back to School EventThe Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake (UICSL) once again demonstrated its deep commitment to the community with its highly successful 2025 Back to School event. By providing free backpacks stuffed with essential school sup
Urban Indian Center Fosters Community Healthwith "Boo to the Flu" SuccessThe Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake (UICSL) celebrated another successful community health initiative this month with its annual “Boo to the Flu & Trunk or Treat” 2025 event. By combining vital health services with a festive,
Presented by Rebalancing Culture ProgramTonka Chee hosted an engaging Traditional Arrow Workshop for the community, marking a first-time experience for many participants. Attendees had the opportunity to create their own arrows using materials from a fresh harvest. Tonka shared traditional stories a
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the Every Child Matters Awareness Walk & Gathering! This meaningful event brought us together to honor the survivors of residential and boarding schools while remembering those who never made it home and acknowledging the enduri
The Book Illustration Workshop offered a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and express their creativity through art. Walter Watchman authored and generously donated an engaging story, inviting participants to contribute illustrations for the book. The team successfully hosted
Echoes of the Solstice: A Night of Honoring Tradition, Memory, and Vision as We Close Our 50th Year AnniversaryAs we closed our 50th year anniversary, Echoes of the Solstice was a night to honor the traditions, memories, and vision that have guided our community for half a century. This special even
In a heartwarming November gathering, the community came together to honor Veterans and their families in a truly special event that blended tradition, gratitude, and shared experiences. The gathering, which aimed to provide a personal and enriching experience for all attendees, featured Arnold Lano
Our community recently experienced the rich tradition of Navajo dances, which fostered a deep sense of connection and storytelling. Ryedale Largo and his Dine’ Youth Dancers provided a comforting and educational experience, sharing the background of each dancer and the significance of their performa
The Start UP Stars Entrepreneur Camp recently gave Native youth a fantastic chance to learn about business, and it all came together at UICSL’s 1st Annual Youth Arts Market. Over five days, the camp combined learning with hands-on experience, focusing on building self-confidence, financial skills, a
The Special Diabetes Program for Indians grant sponsors our Annual Family Field Day, promoting motivation and dedication to leading an active, healthy lifestyle through physical movement. This year’s event highlighted multi-generational family activities with a theme of “Remembering Our Ancestors,”