Wyatt Kelly is a young Apache man, dedicated advocate, creative, and
organizer deeply rooted in community health and well-being. With a
Bachelor’s degree in English and Native American Studies from the
University of California, Riverside, and a Master’s in Organizational
Leadership from Arizona State University, Wyatt brings both academic
insight and lived experience to his work. His efforts span across urban
and rural Indian Country, where he focuses on equity, healing, and
Indigenous self-determination. Whether leading statewide public health
initiatives, advising on policy, or contributing to research, Wyatt weaves
together traditional knowledge and modern innovation to uplift Native
communities. He currently serves as a statewide manager, trusted advisor
to the State of California, and collaborator on numerous Native-led
projects and initiatives. Guided by the principle of acting for the next
seven generations, Wyatt is committed to transforming systems, centering
Native voices, and helping build a future rooted in sovereignty, strength,
and community well-being.