Youth United (YU) is a newly developed youth led program in Merced that focuses on social and racial justice within our communities. Youth United works to address current investments in local parks and green spaces. As a youth-led program, YU utilizes Youth Participatory Action Research methodology to identify and develop intentional advocacy strategies that center youth voices and experiences in creating lasting policy change.
Current Campaigns
Parks
- Include youth voices in an upcoming Merced parks and recreation year-long study to determine park improvements
- Advocate for improved park maintenance and investment
Interested in joining?
YU meets in person every other Tuesday at our Merced office.
Youth United is not taking more participants at this time. To join our waitlist please contact our YU Program Manager Susy at [email protected] or YU Program Coordinator Eduardo at [email protected]