Fresno Youth Commission
|The Fresno Youth Commission was established in February 2016, thanks to the powerful advocacy efforts of yli’s Boys and Men of Color. The story was covered by reporter Laura Baker, … Continued
Education Justice
We’Ced Youth Media
|We’Ced Youth Media equips young people with media and storytelling skills to uplift their stories and the stories of their communities. We aim to amplify youth voice through media partnerships … Continued
B.L.I.N.G.
|Youth philanthropy is a powerful challenge to traditional philanthropy, which, in many ways, perpetuates the systems of power and privilege that it claims to address. By putting the decision-making power … Continued
Community Action Model
|The Community Action Model engages Bay Area youth, ages 12–24, who are interested in improving community health and making a positive change in San Francisco communities. Through the program, youth … Continued
San Mateo County Youth Commission
|The San Mateo County Youth Commission was established in 1993 — a huge win for youth voice at local decision-making tables. A recognized entity of city government, Youth Commissions increase … Continued
VoiceWaves
|Established in 2011, VoiceWaves is a youth development program that uplifts young people ages 14-24, with a focus on BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and immigrant youth from underserved neighborhoods in North and … Continued
Marin Student Advocacy Councils
|The Student Advocacy Council is a unique opportunity for students in the Novato Unified School District to lead positive school-wide change. Drawing on the yli model for youth leadership development, … Continued