Ian TellerIan Teller

Ian Teller (Navajo Nation) was raised in Tsaile, Arizona, on the Navajo Nation, in a family grounded in traditional teachings, language, and ceremony. His work is rooted in uplifting Native voices and expanding civic participation, particularly among young people, through education and community engagement. In 2024, Teller launched the When Natives Vote Youth Initiative in partnership with the Center for Native American Youth’s Democracy is Indigenous Program, increasing voter participation on the Navajo Nation through outreach and youth engagement. His leadership has been recognized by UNITY (United National Indian Tribal Youth). Teller is a digital creator who shares political education content with a Native audience and currently serves as a Development Officer at Diné College, supporting Navajo students and educational initiatives. He holds degrees from Fort Lewis College and the University of Southern California. Teller is running for the Arizona House of Representatives to expand representation and create opportunities for future generations across District 6.