About Youth P.O.W.E.R. Leaders Program
MyPath’s Youth P.O.W.E.R. (Policy Organizers for Wealth & Economic Rights) Leaders, or P.O.W.E.R. Leaders for short, is a 10-month leadership program for young adults in San Francisco, ages 16–24, who want to lead campaigns that advocate for economic justice for youth and communities of color.
Guided by the Youth Economic Bill of RYTS (Real Youth Troubles & Solutions), a vision created by young people themselves at MyPath, P.O.W.E.R. Leaders gain skills in financial capability, civic engagement, organizing, and advocacy. P.O.W.E.R. Leaders will build power, speak to local, state, and federal elected officials, and help shape policies that reflect young people’s lived experiences.
At the start of the program year, P.O.W.E.R. Leaders strengthen their financial skills through refresher courses and intermediate-to-advanced financial capability training. They explore their own money stories to understand how personal experiences connect to broader issues of financial access, while building community through team-building activities. Participants also learn how to plan and execute effective civic engagement efforts, preparing them with the skills and confidence to organize and lead campaigns across local, state, and national levels.
In the second half of the program, P.O.W.E.R. Leaders put their training into action by leading a campaign that advances youth-centered economic policies and brings the Youth Economic Bill of RYTS to life. They collaborate closely with MyPath staff, partners, and fellow young leaders to advocate for equitable practices and expand economic opportunity for youth and people of color nationwide.
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FAQ
You should apply if you are:
- A young adult between the ages of 16-24
- A permanent resident of San Francisco OR attend a school in San Francisco (note: you are allowed to go to school outside of the city with permanent residency in San Francisco)
- Passionate about financial justice, closing the racial wealth gap, organizing, and speaking truth to power
- Committed to building and growing your leadership skills and positively impacting your community
- Interested in collaborating with professionals to develop a financial education curriculum
- Willing to engage in public speaking during meetings, presentations, and conferences, including leading financial capability workshops
- Open to sharing your opinions, perspectives, and lived experiences
- Available Thursdays, 5-7 pm for in-person weekly meetings
- Can commit to 10 months in the program (August 2025 – May 2026)
We are still recruiting for two more spots on our team! If interested please apply via this link.
