Power the Future | KALW Youth Empowerment Summit
Date and Time
- Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 11:30am - 3pm
Location
KALW
220 Montgomery St
Details
You're invited to KALW Public Media’s Youth Empowerment Summit: "Power the Future" an afternoon of inspiration, skill-building, and networking. Free and open to all Bay Area youth 14-22 years old. Please RSVP here.
What You'll Experience:
Hear directly from young change-makers at the California Association of Youth Commissions, The Youth Power Project, League of Women Voters of San Francisco Youth Council and San Francisco Women’s Political Committee.
Participate in Skill-Building Activities:
- Community Voices: Supporting democracy through Community Journalism.
- Social Media for Change: We'll explore how to use digital organizing and creative activism to build an audience and amplify your messages.
Connect with your Community:
Network with other young activists and discover opportunities in your city. This isn't just an event - it's the start of ongoing relationships and collaboration.
Build your Political Future:
Learn concrete pathways to political leadership from young elected officials and experienced organizers. Whether you want to run for office, work on campaigns, or influence policy from outside the government, you'll leave with a clear next step.
Who Should Attend:
- Young people aged 14-22 interested in making change in their communities.
- Student government leaders and club organizers.
- Anyone curious about how politics actually works at the local level.
- Youth who want to connect with other change-makers across the Bay Area.
Why This Matters Right Now:
With local elections happening across the Bay Area and new youth commissions forming, there are more opportunities than ever for young people to have real political influence. This event will connect you with the tools, people, and opportunities to make it happen.
Free Registration:
This event is completely free, including refreshments and all materials. Please RSVP so that KALW can plan accordingly.