*This program is hosted by our partner, Funders' Committee for Civic Participation (FCCP), who has extended an invitation to PNY members. Space is limited and will be granted on a first come, first served basis.*
During 2018’s midterm elections, the electorate is estimated to have experienced the highest youth turnout in 25 years. Between this recent election and preparing for 2020, youth organizing groups are innovating and experimenting with bold new strategies to build power. From young people of color leading the way on immigrant rights and the school to prison pipeline, to post Parkland mobilizations and the Sunrise movement, these pacesetters are expanding scale, building alliances, and developing leaders. At the same time, funding for youth engagement often peaks around election cycles and disappears. To address some of our country’s biggest challenges, we will discuss how robust, year round investment in young people’s leadership that joins electoral and issue focused efforts, and advances a strong connection between young people and adult organizations can benefit the work already being done.
Explore:
- Creative approaches, trends, and funding for supporting youth leaders and organizations
- From young leaders about the cutting edge strategies they are employing, and where they see opportunities to build on the progress made in 2018
Presenters
- Eric Braxton, Executive Director, Funders’ Collaborative on Youth Organizing
- Prentiss Haney, Executive Director, Ohio Students Association
- Viri Hernandez, Executive Director, Poder in Action
- Alejandra Ruiz, Executive Director, Youth Engagement Fund
- Estevan Muñoz-Howard (Moderator), Program Officer, Piper Fund
Registration
Registration is required by March 31st.
Members and Non-Member Funders: Please click on the "Register Now" link above. Dial-in and webinar information will be emailed to you before the webinar.
Please email register@philanthropynewyork.org with any questions.
