EPISODE · Sep 17, 2024 · 24 MIN
Maren's Civic Impact: Engaging Young People in the Electoral Process
from The Power of Young People · host nylc
In this inspiring episode of "The Power of Young People," we welcome Maren, a passionate student from Roosevelt High School and a member of the Minnesota Civics Crew, a group funded by NYLC's Youth as Solutions program. With the upcoming elections generating buzz, Maren shares her journey into civic engagement, sparked by a simple classroom poster encouraging students to become election judges. From organizing voting registration events with the League of Women Voters to fostering conversations around diverse electoral participation, Maren highlights the importance of education and accessibility in the voting process. Tune in as she discusses the challenges and triumphs she has faced while working to engage young voters, emphasizing the significance of community connections and collaborative efforts in driving change.
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In this inspiring episode of "The Power of Young People," we welcome Maren, a passionate student from Roosevelt High School and a member of the Minnesota Civics Crew, a group funded by NYLC's Youth as Solutions program. With the upcoming elections generating buzz, Maren shares her journey into civic engagement, sparked by a simple classroom poster encouraging students to become election judges. From organizing voting registration events with the League of Women Voters to fostering conversations around diverse electoral participation, Maren highlights the importance of education and accessibility in the voting process. Tune in as she discusses the challenges and triumphs she has faced while working to engage young voters, emphasizing the significance of community connections and collaborative efforts in driving change.
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