Youth Civic Engagement Project (YCEP)

“I Vote Because…I want my voice to be heard.”

Problem Statement: Santa Rosa youth often have limited opportunities to create change through youth-led events and activities.

Goal of the Program: Provide youth the training and support to address community problems in Santa Rosa to promote civic engagement, increase voter registration, and give a voice to youth.

Primary Activities:

• Youth leadership development and training activities
• Connections to community organizations and agencies
• Linkages to policy and decision makers
• Youth-led campaigns in the areas of voter registration and civic engagement
• Weekly leadership meetings
• Ongoing outreach and service opportunities

Outcome Highlights:

• Increased leadership skills among participating youth
• Increased participation in community building and service among participating youth
• Increased voter registration among disenfranchised communities

Contact Information:

Vince Harper
vharper@capsonoma.org