Our Mission
Y.E.P. was founded to promote political engagement by providing platforms through civic education, open dialogue, and youth-led policy initiatives for high schoolers.
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Polarization in Politics: A Case Study
Anik Bhattacharjee & Alistair MacKay-White (3 min read)
Highlighted Interviews
Hear Former Presidential Advisor Axelrod On Democratic Backsliding, The Faults Of The Democratic Party In The 2024 Election, And Trump's Immigration Plan
Hear Don Tracy On The Future Of The Republican Party, Political Polarization, And The Challenge Of Rebuilding Trust In American Democracy
Our Partners
League of Women Voters Chicago
League of Women Voters Chicago
The Youth Engagement in Politics team was proud to partner with the League of Women Voters Chicago as election protection assistants during the 2024 presidential election, helping eligible voters navigate registration and providing informed support at the polls. A special thank you to LWV Vice President for Membership Catherine Mardikes for helping us navigate this incredible opportunity!
Recent Events
How to be a changemaker!
How to be a changemaker!
YEP hosted a community workshop for fellow high school students focused on how to advocate for meaningful change in their communities. During the session, students identified improvements they would like to see in their own school, including increased seating in shared spaces, more accessible charging stations throughout the school day, and additional water fountains in the PE building!
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