Interested in youth empowerment and want to be a part of building a youth centered community rooted in social justice? Join Youth 4 Change!

Y4C Summer Social Justice Camp Application Open Now!

Camp Description: This is a camp for youth interested in social justice. Each day will offer a variety of workshops and activities designed to support youths' education, growth and joy as they develop social justice skills and youth leadership. Workshops will align with Youth 4 Changes core values of Art, Action, Education, and Healing while prioritizing youth, BIPOC, Queer, and historically marginalized communities.

Our goal is to build community together and support youth in recognizing or developing their own skills and interests so they leave feeling empowered to have a positive impact on their communities such as schools, workplaces, clubs, local government, and more!

Spaces for camp is limited to 20 campers
Open to middle school and high school age campers of all identities and we especially encourage youth who identify as BIPOC, Queer, Disabled or an historically marginalized demographic to apply!

Campers: Middle and High school age youth (12-19)
Dates: August 13-15th, 2026
Time: Approximately between 9:30am-5pm (specific times tbd)
Location: The Root Social Justice Center,
28 Williams St, Brattleboro VT, 05301 (With potential for additional nearby locations as well)

Cost: Suggested Donations for camp range from $30-$200
We encourage those who have funds available to donate an amount that fits their needs to help cover the costs of camp AND we value accessibility and inclusion and will gladly welcome campers at no cost to you!

Meals: A full lunch, snacks and basic breakfast will be provided daily. A secondary registration form will be sent with dietary and accessibility needs if the applicant is selected to be a camper.

Application Deadline: Monday June 15th, 2026 Campers may be selected or approved prior to the application deadline

This camp is brought to you by Youth 4 Change of The Root Social Justice Center in partnership with The Education Justice Coalition

Apply Today!

Submit a workshop for our Summer Social Justice Camp!

Youth 4 Change is seeking workshop proposals for our upcoming Y4C Summer Social Justice Camp 2026!

Our camp is set for August 13th-15th and we have space for 6-9 workshops of an hour or an hour and a half long.

We especially encourage and invite youth leaders and BIPOC to submit proposals by completing our Y4C Summer Social Justice Camp Workshop Interest Form.

bit.ly/SCWorkshop_Y4C

The deadline for submissions is Sunday May 31st we will be making selections on a rolling basis so earlier submissions are encouraged.

If you’re interested please fill out the form, otherwise we invite you to spread the word and help support the development of this wonderful opportunity!

This camp is brought to you by Youth 4 Change of The Root Social Justice Center in Partnership with The Education Justice Coalition.

Thank you!

Gillian and Lucy

Submit a Workshop Proposal

Who we are.

Youth 4 Change is a multi-racial group for youth ages 12-22 interested in social justice, healing, art, youth leadership and more! If you are interested in youth empowerment and want to be a part of building a youth centered community, join us at Youth 4 Change meetings the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 5:30-7:30pm at The Root or a local location!

Our mission.

Youth 4 Change aims to empower and amplify the voices of all youth. We reach out especially to youth that are BI-POC, LGBTQIA+, Low income, Differently abled and differently schooled along with those oppressed in any other shape or form. Together, our diverse group of youth advocates stand in solidarity and fight for front line communities locally in their educational systems and abroad on national movements. Using art, outreach, protests, trainings, workshops and correspondence to achieve our goals on racial and social justice.

Join us!

Connect with our Youth 4 Change Coordinators to find out how you can get involved with us. Whether you’re a youth looking for community, or someone who wants to support or collaborate, we’d love to hear from you!

Email: youth4change@therootsjc.org
Phone: Lucy Corbin (802) 451-0281, Gillian Lucero-Love (802) 451-0526