Our Work

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Capacity Building

Strong organizations build lasting movements. As a Capacity Builder, the Alliance strengthens the programs and operational infrastructure of our Affiliates, equipping them with the tools, training, and resources they need to lead high-impact campaigns at the local, state, and federal levels. Rather than relying on external consultants who may not fully understand youth-led work or our local communities, we offer in-house, tailored Capacity Building support grounded in our Network’s real-world experience and needs.

  • Strong advocacy programs that improve the lived experiences of the Network’s base
  • Sustainable base-building initiatives that are reflective of our communities
  • Successful civic engagement programs that educate and activate the Network’s target audience
  • Robust development programs and organizational norms to ensure sustainability

2

Ecosystem Leader

At the national level, we seek to support local organizing and grow youth organizing infrastructure to ensure young people have a political home and are part of a movement that reflects their lived realities and speaks to their values. This includes:

  • Expansion: Seeding and supporting the launch of new youth-led organizing initiatives in emerging states.
  • Coordination: Collaborating with national, youth-focused partners to align strategies and amplify collective impact.
  • Narrative Building: Conducting research and developing messaging tools, insights, and polling to strengthen youth civic engagement across the country.
  • National Program: Addressing critical gaps in the civic engagement ecosystem that fall outside the scope of our Network or grantee partners.

3

Funding Intermediary

As a funding intermediary, the Alliance bridges the gap between national resources and local organizing.