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⭐ FEBRUARY YOUTH LEADER SPOTLIGHT ⭐ Meet Willa, a seasoned and valuable member of the YVote community! As co-editor of our youth-led blog & a Lead Senior Fellow of our nationwide Civic Fellows program, Willa is dedicated to advancing freedom of the press and facilitating mature civic discourse. 📰 Willa emphasizes YVote’s community-driven approach, stating, “There’s often a notion that taking action must be independent to be meaningful… but that’s not the case. Collaborative, communicative action can be even more impactful and powerful.” 👥 🗳️ Check out what Willa has to say about her time in YVote in the short clip below: https://lnkd.in/eFS6STDK And don't forget to subscribe to our monthly Youth Voice Bulletin to hear more about our incredible YVote youth: https://lnkd.in/e6FsXNMZ

After an extensive search, YVote is proud to announce our new Executive Director, Randy Frazer! “I am honored and excited to join the YVote community,” shares Randy. “Throughout my career, I have witnessed the transformative power of engaging young people in civic action and leadership development. YVote’s innovative approach to youth civic engagement and its commitment to nurturing the next generation of changemakers deeply resonates with my own values and experience." Read more about Randy in our latest First Tuesday newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eCqTVher

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🚀 YVote's 2024 Impact Report is Here! 🚀 Today, we are thrilled to share our 2024 #ImpactReport, showcasing a year of growth, innovation, and the unstoppable power of youth-led civic engagement. From launching NYC’s first Youth Civic Hub to advancing the #NYCYouthAgenda, our young leaders have redefined what’s possible when youth step into their civic power. This report celebrates the voices, projects, and initiatives that made 2024 unforgettable. 💡 Check out the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eFdgpvEz 📬 Have thoughts or want to get involved? Drop a comment or reach out— we'd love to hear from you! Together, we’re building a democracy where young voices don’t just matter—they lead. Cheers to 2025!

🎙️ Thank you to everyone who tuned into #TheRoundTable podcast this year! Our youth-led series features teen hosts leading discussions with guests from wide-ranging backgrounds and experiences. Tune into weekly episodes anywhere you listen to podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e_7iRctV

🎁 On this #GivingTuesday, we're celebrating youth civic power! In New York, we saw an 8.3% jump in voter registration among 18-19 year olds this election cycle. At YVote, we're energized that young people are ready to make their voices heard. As we gear up for the 2025 NYC municipal elections, our mission to empower youth civic leadership is more crucial than ever. Want to see our impact in action? Check out the photos from our 2024 Fall Changemakers Institute below! Full annual report coming later this month. Your support equips the next generation of voters with tools to drive change in their communities. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/g2xG2Wxy

#ThePeoplesMoney is New York City’s first city-wide #participatorybudgeting process. Introduced to NYC in 2011, the NYC Civic Engagement Commission invites all New Yorkers ages 11 and up to decide how to spend part of the city’s budget. To learn more and submit an idea for your community go to: https://lnkd.in/dd8QxRZg

⭐ NOVEMBER YOUTH LEADER SPOTLIGHT ⭐ Meet Waemary, an up-and-coming leader in the YVote community! As co-chair of the NYC Youth Agenda Mental Health Committee & YVote program facilitator, Waemary leverages her leadership skills to empower students to become active voices in their communities' wellbeing. 🧠 ✊ Waemary has witnessed the strength of young people up close, stating she has “seen the power young people have on a local level by having a community that is passionate about civics and politics.” 👥 🗳️ Check out what Waemary has to say about her time in YVote in the short clip below: https://lnkd.in/ee7kdmBe And don't forget to subscribe to our monthly Youth Voice Bulletin to hear more about our incredible YVote youth! https://lnkd.in/e6FsXNMZ

Nearly 90 million eligible voters decided to sit out the 2024 election. Check out one of our youth content creators, Gabby, talk about how we at YVote are trying to make sure that young people stay engaged: https://lnkd.in/exS_QFzt #Election2024 #YVote #GenZ #YouthVote