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YOUTH

Young people are at the heart of change. YC² is about equipping you with the tools, connections, and real-world challenges to shape the future. Your voice matters, and your actions make
an impact.

CIVIC

Civics is more than government — it's fostering real-world civic engagement through collaborative exploration, understanding of historical contexts, and youth-driven projects that provide hands-on experiences in policymaking and leadership to turn ideas into action.

CHALLENGE

A dynamic call-to-action encouraging students to critically analyze, creatively rethink, and actively resolve civic challenges facing their communities, using strategic thinking, teamwork, and national networking.

Youth Civic Challenge empowers aspiring young people to lead transformative initiatives in their local communities and beyond. This positive, engaging, and immersive civics program has the potential to strengthen our democracy.

- Ralph Nader | American Museum of Tort Law

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Our Program

The YC² program uniquely blends civic education, STEM skills, historical insights, and strategic analysis through experiential learning and project work. High school teams nationwide develop actionable solutions to real civic issues, guided by expert mentors. Using innovative methodologies, including our signature “12 Lenses” approach, YC² equips young people with tools to lead meaningful change.

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Our Projects

YC² teams actively engage in impactful, youth-led projects addressing environmental sustainability, social justice, community revitalization, and local governance.
Each project
emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and measurable outcomes, preparing students with skills critical for college, vocational paths, and future careers. Explore transformative initiatives across rural, urban, and environmentally focused communities nationwide.

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Our Community

Join our thriving national YC² community — united students, educators, and mentors committed to inspiring civic solutions and
lasting change.

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Do something that makes a difference

TESTIMONIALS

Youth Civic Challenge is a hands-on, real world way to get teens involved in the world around them. It is a powerful model for civic engagement that belongs in every teen's toolbox. The American Museum of Tort Law is proud to help shape a new generation of leaders who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves and create change where it matters most—right in their own backyards.

- Melissa Bird | Executive Direction of the American Museum of Tort Law

Have questions? Want to start a team? Get in touch with us.

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Call          (816)354-4904

Email        info@yc2.org

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