We're bringing together and growing civic leaders for a day of skill building and connection!
Are you a young person interested in making a difference in your community? Join changemakers from across Maine for a day of civic engagement and voting rights education! Opportunities include advocacy workshops, keynote speakers, and community building! Educators and young people ages 14-24 are all welcome.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Colby College (Diamond Building)
It's an important election year, and this year's Youth Voting Summit will inspire young people to become leaders at their schools and campuses. You'll have a chance to network with students, educators, teachers, and grassroots organizers from across the state. Workshops are hosted in the afternoon to build your civic leadership skills.
- Workshop topics will cover:
- organizing
- advocacy
- public speaking and more!
- Learn about Maine's local government
- Hear from elected officials and leaders
Every year, the Youth Voting Summit takes place somewhere in the heart of Maine. This year's Summit is hosted at Colby College in the Diamond Building (4000 Mayflower Hill Dr, Waterville, ME 04901).
We'll share a full agenda soon. Check out our 2024 agenda here!
Agenda:
9:00 - 9:30 AM Welcome, grab your materials, and get settled in
9:30 - 9:45 AM Opening
9:45 - 10:45 AM Guest Speakers and Q&A (To be announced!)
10:45 - 11:00 AM Break
11:00 - 11:45 AM Workshop Block 1
11:45 - 12:45 PM Lunch
12:45 - 1:30 PM Workshop Block 2
1:30 - 1:45 PM Break
1:45 - 2:30 PM Workshop Block 3
2:30 - 3:00 PM Closing
