Youth Leadership and Voice refers to the ideas, knowledge, opinions and access to the platforms that are necessary for youth to exercise their right to speak out around issues and policies that directly or indirectly affect them.
Resources
2019 Samuel Halperin Lecture and Youth Public Service Award
Joined by partners and supporters, AYPF celebrated and recognized the 2019 Samuel Halperin Youth Public Service Award winner.
- January 23, 2019
How States Can Leverage Service to Promote Equity
Jesse Kannam shares how national service programs can increase access to equitable education and workforce opportunities for traditionally underserved youth.
- October 3, 2018
Students Speaking Out: A Look at Student Governing Powers in Higher Education
Brendan Klein explains why student voice is invaluable in the decision-making process at postsecondary institutions.
- July 24, 2018
Social and Emotional Learning: What We Can Learn From Alternative Schools
Betsy Brand discusses how alternative schools intentionally create a culture that encourages and builds social and emotional skills.