Our Mission & Values
“In Pennsylvania, youth made up 13% of the total electorate. This is a start, but it is not enough!”
— Source: Circle
Antiracism: Using our vote and our voice to dismantle systemic racism and end white supremacy
Students-first: Encouraging our students to lead the direction and shape of our work
Community-based: Centering the perspectives of youth in oppressed communities of color as well as immigrant, gender nonconforming, and low-income communities
Public schools: Promoting equity in Pennsylvania public schools
Voting rights: Countering disinformation and voter suppression
Accountability: Holding elected officials accountable to young people
Our Values
PA Youth Vote is a nonpartisan collaboration of youth, educators, and organizations working to elevate youth voices, improve public school civics education, and empower youth as civic actors. Together, we are building youth political power and changing the policy and culture around youth voting statewide.
