Ernest Ezeugo is the Higher Education and Workforce Policy and Advocacy Director at YI. This week, Ernest is serving on a negotiated rulemaking committee with the Department of Education. Here, Ernest answers some questions and what this means and why...
In late February, the Young Invincibles’ New York office launched its fifth cohort of the Young Advocates program, our semester-long paid policy, and advocacy fellowship, where young New Yorkers learn how to build campaigns for change on their campuses and...
They say life begins when you’re born, but for me, life began when I was dropped off on the cobblestone paths of Fisk University. I did the work; I made the grades and now I was a “Daughter Forever on...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2022 Contact: Juan Ramiro Sarmiento (785) 760-6567 | JuanRamiro.sarmiento@younginvincibles.org Biden Delivers SOTU Address, Higher Education Notably Absent Progress Has Been Made But Work Remains (Washington, DC) – Tonight, President Biden delivered his first State of...
As Illinois legislators continue to create laws, build a state budget, and get everything done before April 8th, YI Midwest has been working to ensure young adults ages 18-34 are a priority for legislators. Here’s what we’re supporting this legislative...
On March 1st, 2022, President Biden will deliver his State of the Union address. Here’s what young people want to hear from him. “During the State of the Union Address, I would like for President Biden to show his commitment...
Join our virtual rally to push for greater funding, equity, mental health resources, and basic needs services for all NY students. Let’s make sure New York’s elected officials hear from students on what they need to succeed in college and...
My name is Salvador Delgado, and I am a South Side Chicago native. I currently attend Harold Washington College, part of the City Colleges of Chicago. I am in the process of transferring to a four-year institution to begin pursuing...
We’re Here! Now What? Student Reflections on Fall 2021 Negotiated Rulemaking By Greg Norwood and Jennifer Cardenas “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair!” This powerful call to action comes from the first...
In January, Young Invincibles’ Rocky Mountain office welcomed 8 additional student advocates to the 2021/2022 Young Advocates program, our 9-month paid policy and advocacy fellowship, where young Coloradans learn how to build campaigns for change in the state. Alexandra Marie...