Your City, Your Voice: A Workshop on Youth Leadership & Civic Participation in San Diego
Note: This workshop is a one-time offering and will span double the duration, combining both Sessions 2 and 3.
This workshop is for you if:
You want to be a voice for your peers: Youth can have a direct impact on policies and initiatives that shape their schools, neighborhoods, and future opportunities.
You want to develop Leadership Skills: Participating in the Youth Commission helps young people build valuable skills like public speaking, teamwork, and policy advocacy. Members often engage with city leaders, participate in civic events, and gain insider knowledge about government processes.
You want to create lasting change: Youth can champion causes they care about and help drive real, lasting improvements in their communities.
Workshop details:
Want to make a difference in your community? Join us for a fun and interactive workshop to learn how you can help shape the future of San Diego! You’ll gain an insider's perspective on how the City of San Diego operates, what the Youth Commission does, and how you can make your voice heard in local government. Find out how decisions are made and how they impact your everyday life. Discover how young people like you can share ideas with city leaders and influence significant issues. Make your voice heard by learning practical ways to speak up, take action, and create change in your community. If you care about your city and want to make a difference, this workshop is for you—your voice matters!
Youth Will
Non-Profit Organization
Youth Will is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering young people by amplifying youth voices, fostering youth development, and advocating for policies that prioritize the needs of youth.
Through the dedicated advocacy of community members and organizations like Youth Will, the Office of Child and Youth Success was established to improve the lives of children, youth, and families in San Diego.
Together, Youth Will and the Office of Child and Youth Success have partnered to raise public awareness about the Youth Commission and to inspire young people to become actively engaged in their communities.
“As young leaders, your involvement in civic engagement is more important than ever—you have the power to shape the future. One way to make your voice heard is by joining the San Diego Youth Commission. While youth are impacted by city decisions, they often have limited opportunities to participate in the process. The Youth Commission empowers young people to engage in local government and provides city officials with valuable perspectives on youth-related issues. I encourage all young San Diegans to apply for a seat representing their council district because your voices and ideas matter. Thank you for being engaged and making a difference!”
