Youth Voice Project Students Demonstrate the Power of Student Leadership

This year's Youth Voice Project brought together 11 high school students from Tremper High School, LakeView Technology Academy, and Westosha Central High School to strengthen leadership skills while creating meaningful opportunities for civic engagement and community impact across Kenosha County.

Throughout the year, students developed leadership, communication, and project management skills while putting those skills into practice. They hosted a Youth-Led School Board Candidate Forum, engaging more than 75 community members in conversations about local education, and concluded the year by organizing the Stride for Minds 3K Walk/Run, which welcomed more than 120 participants in support of youth mental health awareness.

Why it matters: Meaningful leadership opportunities help young people build confidence, strengthen civic engagement, and develop the skills needed to make a positive impact in their schools and communities. The Youth Voice Project demonstrates what's possible when students are trusted to lead and supported by caring adults and community partners.
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What's next: Planning is underway for the 2026–2027 Youth Voice Project Cohort as Building Our Future continues expanding opportunities for students across Kenosha County to lead, collaborate, and shape the future of their community.