Do you know a student who’s interested in civic engagement and advocacy? Nominate them to join the A+ Student Voices Team!
Program Requirements:
- Must be a high school student in Alabama (grades 9-12)
- Must show adequate writing and communication skills
- Must have an interest in advocacy and public policy
- Must be available to attend all meetings throughout the school year
- Must be able to access technology to join meetings remotely (e.g., by phone, Zoom, etc.)
Program Components:
- This program and its components are FREE of charge to all students. Students are expected to fundraise as a team for end-of-year trips to reach a group goal.
- Team meetings and student interactions will be primarily virtual with in-person meeting opportunities throughout the school year.
- In-person orientation for members in July.
- Ongoing monthly and semi-monthly check-ins with the group (these will be done remotely through Zoom, Slack, and other virtual platforms).
- Meetings with elected and state officials to advocate for the group’s policy priority.
- End of the year program group trip
- Other opportunities as they arise!
