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Advocacy Mentorship Program
Learn one-on-one from mentors how to speak up where important decisions are made: at city council meetings, school board meetings, the state legislature, and beyond.
1-on-1 mentoring · About 4 weeks + your presentation
How It Works
01
Kickoff
Week 1: find your issue and meet the mentor who will guide you.
- Explore different forms of public advocacy
- Pick a topic you care about
- Get matched with your mentor
02
1-on-1 Mentoring
Weeks 2-4: build your case and practice with your mentor.
- Research your issue and gather evidence
- Study real examples of public comment and testimony
- Draft and practice your speech
03
Present for Real
Speak in front of the people who can create change.
- Speak at a school board meeting or testify at city council
- Present to local officials or the state legislature
- Write to community leaders to keep the conversation going
Ready to join?
Free for every student. Questions? Email youthcivicbridge@gmail.com.
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