Young Invincibles’ storytelling program provides a platform for young people to have their lived experiences heard. Young people are often excluded from the policymaking process, yet are widely impacted by the decisions of local and national lawmakers. YI ensures young people have seat at the table by sharing stories from those most impacted by health care, higher education, workforce, and financial policies. We work with young adults to share their personal accounts through op-eds and blogs, interviews with the media, and speaking engagements. Check out some of the stories below, and we hope you’ll be inspired to share your story with us here.
Every Young Adult Deserves the Opportunity to go to College
I grew up in Flint, Michigan, where I recently have been fortunate to complete Mott Community College and am looking forward to continuing my education at University Michigan in the Fall. Unfortunately, many other young people in Flint will not...