Youth Voice Examples

Gabriela
Big Picture High School
American democracy is a privilege. I feel grateful.

Angel and Elijah
Kings River High
We think America is spiraling downhill and needs help. We need to get together and start making a difference.

Nate and Malikye
Patino High School
We are lacking empathy, exposed to violence and substance abuse everywhere. A Beloved Community allows problems to be discussed without conflict.
LATEST NEWS
2025 Youth Showcase
Youth Present Civic Projects
CCL Summit - Youth Civic Training, Panel Discussion and State Lobbying
Check out what happened at this years Youth Council

State Seal of Civc Engagement
Are you interested in presenting your Youth Civic Engagement Project live at the Tower Theatre? Click Below

Newly Published Book
Civic Intelligence by John Minkler


Educators
Youth Voice in Your Class
Do you want something to change at your school? Perhaps, start a civic project or form a youth club? Do you want to join many other schools in the Central Valley to help make positive changes in our local communities? If you answer yes to any of these questions then you are in the right place.
State Seal of Civic Engagement
The State Seal of Civic Engagement is a new award for high school graduates who demonstrate civic responsibility. This recognition motivates students to apply the their knowledge, skills, and values of American citizenship. Students who earn this seal will have an advantage in job applications, college applications and scholarships.
Students
Do you want something to change at your school? Perhaps, start a civic project or form a youth club ? Or do you want to join many other young individuals in the Central Valley to help make positive changes in our local communities. If you answer yes to any of these questions then you are in the right place.

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