WE ARE NOT JUST THE FUTURE, WE'RE THE PRESENT

Our voices need to be valued, heard and realized not in the future, but now.

SECURED FOR YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CARE

CHAPTERS STATEWIDE

BOARD UNDER 24

Washington Youth Alliance (WYA) is the state's only youth-led organization that amplifies the power of youth voices across Washington.


We are a network organizing youth under 24— in high school, trades, or community college— to build youth power in policy and communities statewide.


Founded in 2023, we've expanded from a local effort into a growing force across all of Washington, advancing equity and justice for our generation and generations to come.

WE LEAD ON ISSUES THAT ARE CRUCIAL TO YOUNG PEOPLE

MENTAL HEALTH

We value stories and turn them into action. We connect youth with all opportunities, from advocacy to their own personal futures.

GUN SAFETY

We believe that young people closest to the problems and broken systems are also closest to the solution.

EDUCATION

We prioritize voices from high school, trades and community colleges, ensuring our work reaches youth often left out.

HOW WE BUILD YOUTH POWER

01

YOUTH-LED LOCAL CHAPTERS

We develop, connect and support youth-led Local Chapters to do grassroots organizing, influence legislation, and shape policies that matter most to young people.

02

PROVEN TRACK RECORD

Major legislative wins including HB 1432 for mental health insurance coverage and HB 1163 for permit-to-purchase systems, driven by youth testimony and advocacy.

03

STATEWIDE INFRASTRUCTURE

We are creating the infrastructure necessary to scale youth organizing across Washington, turning stories into action and building political momentum.

Through comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and hands-on organizing experience, we equip young people with the tools they need to create lasting change in their communities.


Our approach combines political education, skill-building workshops, and real-world advocacy experience to develop confident, effective youth leaders who can navigate complex policy landscapes.

START A CHAPTER

Launch a local chapter in your community and start organizing for the issues you care about.

FIND YOUR CHAPTER

Connect with an existing chapter near you and join the movement in your area.

STAY CONNECTED WITH THE MOVEMENT

Get updates on youth advocacy wins, upcoming events, and ways to get involved.