Let Youth Voters Take the Wheel | Mikva Challenge

Let Youth Voters Take the Wheel

October 29, 2020

From Medium.

By Robyn Lingo, Executive Director of Mikva Challenge DC, and Patricia Kapunan, Medical Director of the Adolescent Health Center, Children’s National Hospital | October 27, 2020

Let Youth Voters Take the Wheel

We’re one month away from SoapboxNYC!

This event, in partnership with Mikva Challenge and Civics for All, is a dynamic platform where young voices take center stage to speak on the issues that matter most to them and their communities.

On March 25, students from across New York City will come together to share their stories and spark change. These passionate youth will address mental health, community safety, and more—urging their community to engage and be informed.

On May 18, a select group of youth speakers from across the country will deliver their powerful, call-to-action speeches in front of a national audience in Washington, D.C. at Soapbox Nation!

This event builds on the foundation of Project Soapbox, giving students the chance to share their stories and cultivate the change they want to see.

Learn more about Soapbox Nation on our website! https://mikvachallenge.org/soapbox-nation/

Last week, students from 85 schools in Brooklyn made democracy a verb at the Brooklyn SoapboxNYC Preliminary Round! These incredible young leaders took center stage to voice the pressing issues impacting their community, presenting thoughtful and passionate ideas. Students also had the opportunity to connect directly with local community members and policymakers who can help bring their ideas to life.