We bring together trusted messengers, youth leaders, public health champions, and community advocates to share stories, build alignment, and strengthen our movements.

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Organize community-led Building Sessions where residents connect, heal, and identify local concerns and civic onramps (e.g. Merced Building Session in July)

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Host regional fellowships and leadership development pipelines that support equity-driven public health leaders rooted in community

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Ensure community members are not just included—but centered as designers, speakers, and decision-makers

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“Isolation breeds fear. Connection builds power.”

Youth Defending CA and Building a Sound Future

Our youth are shaping a bold, bright future for Long Beach!

Defend California came together with incredible youth leaders and local allies for a powerful day of community building. The vibe was electric, we shared stories, reimagined what safety and belonging truly mean, and mapped out the road ahead together.

Huge love to our partners Youth Leadership Institute, Long Beach Forward, EM3Mentors, and the Public Health Alliance of Southern California for making this happen.

This is what power-building looks like. The insights and energy from this space are already fueling our statewide movement, and the future is in good hands.

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We bring together trusted messengers, youth leaders, public health champions, and community advocates to share stories, build alignment, and strengthen our movements.

Youth Defending CA and Building a Sound Future

Be Part of the Solution

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