Community
Youth / Students
Student groups and youth organizing shaping Ohio's civic life.
Organizations
Central Ohio Young Black Democrats
A political organization dedicated to engaging, educating, and empowering young Black voters and leaders in the democratic process.
Franklin County Young Democrats
The Franklin County Young Democrats represent hundreds of Young Dems across our County and work to empower and uplift young voices in the Democratic Party while building community. Join us today! Led by President Jacob Dilley.
Kaleidoscope Youth Center
A Columbus-based community center providing support, advocacy, and resources specifically for LGBTQ+ youth.
Run for Something
An organization that recruits and supports young, diverse progressive candidates running for down-ballot state and local offices, including Ohio city councils and school boards.
Student Advocates for Sexual Health Awareness (SASHA)
An Ohio State University student group that promotes comprehensive and inclusive sex education on campus.
Unite for Reproductive and Gender Equity (URGE)
A group focused on activism and education for positive sexuality and reproductive rights among young people.
Articles
The $2.86 Billion Schools Were Promised, and Didn't Get
In 2021 both parties agreed on a formula to fund Ohio schools by what they actually cost. The 2025 budget abandoned it and left districts an estimated $2.86 billion short.
05 July 2026
Arming Teachers, and the Ruling It Was Written to Erase
A 2021 Ohio Supreme Court decision said the Madison district armed staff with too little training. In 2022, House Bill 99 capped that training at 24 hours and wrote the ruling out of the law.
04 July 2026