LOCAL CHAPTERS

Washington Youth Alliance Chapters are free to start and power youth advocacy, organizing, and decision-making across the state.

Washington Youth Alliance (WYA) Chapters are local, youth-led groups across Washington where young people organize to tackle the issues that directly impact their schools and communities.


Whether you care about mental health, gun violence prevention, or other urgent challenges facing our generation, joining or starting a local chapter is an easy, free and powerful way to raise your voice, take action, and make change alongside your peers.

WHAT CHAPTERS DO

You noticed your school has a need for awareness on drug use and mental health needs

A friend that's great at making social media content + Your knowledge/research on gun violence prevention

Your school/district is about to make significant changes

WYA's Lobby Day is coming up

Lead an educational community conversation

Make space for youth to share their stories

Mobilize parents and students to get their input in decision-making spaces as early as possible

Invite your peers to get informed and involved during the legislative session

CHAPTER BENEFITS

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

WYA provides administrative support through our internal chapter hub center, which includes resources for your group to stay active. Financial support is included alongside a generous starting budget.

BOARD REPRESENTATION

Chapters also have a representative on the official WYA Board of Directors, ensuring your voice is heard at the organizational level.

LEADERSHIP COMPENSATION

We understand the amount of time and effort it takes to lead this work, which is why chapter leaders (ex. Chapter President) are given a $100 monthly stipend.

OUR CHAPTERS

  • Kenmore
  • Island County
  • Seattle
  • Bellevue
  • Renton
  • Yakima
  • Moses Lake
  • Pullman
  • Kirkland / Redmond
  • Sammamish / Issaquah

START A CHAPTER

DON'T SEE A CHAPTER NEAR YOU?

Chapters can start with a small team of 3 who will lead alongside the chapter leader. The only eligibility requirement we have for establishing a chapter is that its members are between 14-24 years old.


Otherwise, your interest is more than enough to get you started! Fill out this form and we will reach out to you for next steps to get started!

Questions? Connect with Kenia at Kenia@washingtonyouthalliance.org about our Chapters Program.

You don't need to be a pro to get started, especially with grassroots organizing. This type of organizing includes everyday people like you! Maybe you noticed there is no mental health support at your school. Or maybe you heard of a bill that can affect your safety. WYA works with you to provide the skills and resources to make your voice heard on the issues you care about.

CHAPTER BENEFITS

SIGN UP FOR UPDATES

Click on the link to start a chapter. Choose the "Connect with a WYA Chapter" option to get added to their contact list (events, volunteer opportunities, member meetings, etc.). Please refer to the contact us form in our home page to receive all other WYA updates.