Youth Advocacy Training
A full-day immersive training program equipping Ohio's young leaders with the skills, strategy, and confidence to drive real change.
Youth Advocacy Training Day
The Youth Advocacy Training is a full-day intensive program designed to turn passionate young Ohioans into skilled, confident advocates. Whether you've never attended a city council meeting or you're already organizing in your community, this training will sharpen your tools and expand your network.
Hosted at Columbus State University and open to participants aged 16–30, the day combines expert-led workshops, hands-on simulations, peer learning, and direct access to campaign leaders and civic professionals from across the state.
Participants will leave with a concrete action plan, a network of like-minded young advocates from across Ohio, digital organizing tools, and for those who complete the full day an official Youth Advocate certificate from the Carter campaign.
Lunch, refreshments, and all training materials are provided at no cost. Travel scholarships are available for participants commuting over 50 miles please indicate this in your registration.
Skills That Actually Work
Digital Organizing
Master social media, email campaigns, and digital canvassing tools used by top campaigns.
Coalition Building
Build and sustain broad coalitions across communities, interests, and generations.
Policy Literacy
Read, analyze, and communicate policy proposals clearly and persuasively to any audience.
Community Engagement
Techniques for authentic listening, relationship-building, and earned trust in communities.
Campaign Strategy
Understand how winning political campaigns are planned, staffed, and executed.
Civic Leadership
Learn the ethics, responsibilities, and long-term mindset of an effective public leader.
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Walk away with a clear action plan, a supportive network of young advocates statewide, digital organizing resources, and an official Youth Advocate certificate upon full completion.
We provide lunch, refreshments, and all free of charge. Travel scholarships are offered for those traveling over 50 miles—please mention this when registering. this in your registration.
