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Youth programs can give young people meaningful experiences. But what helps those experiences become pathways to leadership, skills, and future opportunities? What Effective Youth Leadership Programs Can Do Young people don't necessarily show up asking for “leadership development.” They may show up because they want to make a video, learn photography, create a podcast, try broadcasting, make content, or simply be around other young people. Getting a young person to participate in a program is...

This series — The Groundwork — will give you a closer look at how we prepare for big moves in the quiet moments where change begins. From empowering high school students to design their own advocacy projects, to launching community impact programs that address real needs in Solano County, our process is intentional, inclusive, and deeply rooted in equity.