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
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.
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.
