Young People for Progress creates power among youth and young adults in Montgomery County, MD in order to create a more just and equitable society.

Young People for Progress creates political power among youth and young adults in Montgomery County, MD in order to create a more just and equitable society.


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  • "Today, our very survival depends on our ability to stay awake, to adjust to new ideas, to remain vigilant and to face the challenge of change.”

    — Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Our Issues

At the heart of everything we do


Social & Economic Justice

Collectively we can achieve a more just and equitable society

Diversity

We value the unique perspectives and experiences that set us apart and make us who we are

Solidarity

Better Together. Our voices are amplified when unified. Support and empathy for every voice

Why People Believe in Us
 Member Inspiration

“Change won’t happen if voices aren’t heard” 
Vivian Urbina
"Advocacy is a journey, and everyone starts at different levels with different experiences. Don’t ever be discouraged from starting yours!"
Maraki Fekade
“Unlike being treated as a youth wing of an older civil rights group, YPP is run and led by youth and on top of it it is youth of color leading the way.”
Robert Stubblefield

Policing in MOCO

Learn more about our work to improve policing in Montgomery County, MD 

Become a Member

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Future Youth Leaders

Developing tomorrows leaders. Youth career paths in law, government, politics, and community organizing

Civic Action

Increase civic participation and engagement among youth and young adults in Montgomery County

“I raise my voice not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard.”
― Malala Yousafzai

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On Saturday, October 18 2025, we have an amazing opportunity for our high school students involved in youth organizing! We will be having a fun day at the National Museum of African American history and Culture (1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 208560) and will stay there from 11AM to 3PM. We may stay in the surrounding area as well for food and to hang out! We suggest not bringing large bags and please bring your own money if you would like to purchase anything from DC including food, souvenirs, etc. If you do not have a ride, we will have chapter officers meeting at the Glenmont Metro Station at 9:45 AM, and Shady Grove Station at 9:45 AM, please do not arrive late to the metro station! If you are returning back to Shady Grove Station or Glenmont Metro Station, we will be back around 5:30 PM, so please coordinate your rides accordingly! MORE INFORMATION IN THE GOOGLE FORM: bit.ly/YPPTRIP
On Saturday, October 18 2025, we have an amazing opportunity for our high school students involved in youth organizing! We will be having a fun day at the National Museum of African American history and Culture (1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 208560) and will stay there from 11AM to 3PM. We may stay in the surrounding area as well for food and to hang out! We suggest not bringing large bags and please bring your own money if you would like to purchase anything from DC including food, souvenirs, etc. If you do not have a ride, we will have chapter officers meeting at the Glenmont Metro Station at 9:45 AM, and Shady Grove Station at 9:45 AM, please do not arrive late to the metro station! If you are returning back to Shady Grove Station or Glenmont Metro Station, we will be back around 5:30 PM, so please coordinate your rides accordingly! MORE INFORMATION IN THE GOOGLE FORM: bit.ly/YPPTRIP
Young People for Progress would like to issue the following statement regarding the dispersement of pepper ball launchers at #BlakeHighSchool Football game. Even if it’s used to mimic ‘air pops’, these tools designed for crowd control has no place around our MCPS students. Press contact or student journalist? Contact dorien@ypforprogress.org
Young People for Progress would like to issue the following statement regarding the dispersement of pepper ball launchers at #BlakeHighSchool Football game. Even if it’s used to mimic ‘air pops’, these tools designed for crowd control has no place around our MCPS students. Press contact or student journalist? Contact dorien@ypforprogress.org
Join us the first Saturday of October at Silver Springs library for our Monthly General Body Meeting of Young People for Progress. We will be discussing the systemic removal and genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and how this impacts our communities right here. Remember to save the date and bring a friend ‼️
Join us the first Saturday of October at Silver Springs library for our Monthly General Body Meeting of Young People for Progress. We will be discussing the systemic removal and genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and how this impacts our communities right here. Remember to save the date and bring a friend ‼️
Following a successful launch of our 2025 Ed Justice Campaign Call, we want to know ?. Are you fired up ?and ready to organize?️???‍???‍?? Are you interested in uplifting the experiences of fellow youth across MCPS? Join us starting this Wednesday at 6:00pm via zoom for our informational session. Join us not for the moment but for the movement and rsvp via our bio for more information ‼️ #powermovesonly #ActionsnotWords #YoungPeopleforProgress #EdJusticeWednesdays #decrimmoco
Following a successful launch of our 2025 Ed Justice Campaign Call, we want to know 🤔. Are you fired up 🔥and ready to organize🏗️🔨👨🏾‍🎓👩🏾‍🎓? Are you interested in uplifting the experiences of fellow youth across MCPS? Join us starting this Wednesday at 6:00pm via zoom for our informational session. Join us not for the moment but for the movement and rsvp via our bio for more information ‼️ #powermovesonly #ActionsnotWords #YoungPeopleforProgress #EdJusticeWednesdays #decrimmoco
Are you interested in uplifting the experiences of youth across MCPS? Join us starting this Wednesday at 6:00pm via zoom ‼️Join us not for the moment but for the movement and visit the link in the bio
Are you interested in uplifting the experiences of youth across MCPS? Join us starting this Wednesday at 6:00pm via zoom ‼️Join us not for the moment but for the movement and visit the link in the bio
? CALLING ALL FREEDOM FIGHTERS ?Join @ypforprogress alongside intersectional communities for the We Are All DC National March to End DC Occupation. We’ll be marching from Malcolm X Park to the White House to demand an end to the absurd, unconstitutional and downright occupational takeover by the Trump Administration in DC. Can’t participate in the DC rally but want to get involved? We got you covered! Join us for a special General Membership meeting to discuss the fight to combat the rise of fascism within our government. Will you stand by and allow this occupation to continue and find its way in your community? ✊? Stand with us and get involved✊? ? Malcolm X Park ➡️ The White House 11-4pm OR ?? GBM Silver Springs Library 12-2 pm RSVP Link in Bio ? see you there! #WeAreAllDC #EndTheOccupation #ActionsnotWords #youngpeopleforprogress
🚨 CALLING ALL FREEDOM FIGHTERS 🚨Join @ypforprogress alongside intersectional communities for the We Are All DC National March to End DC Occupation. We’ll be marching from Malcolm X Park to the White House to demand an end to the absurd, unconstitutional and downright occupational takeover by the Trump Administration in DC. Can’t participate in the DC rally but want to get involved? We got you covered! Join us for a special General Membership meeting to discuss the fight to combat the rise of fascism within our government. Will you stand by and allow this occupation to continue and find its way in your community? ✊🏽 Stand with us and get involved✊🏿 📍 Malcolm X Park ➡️ The White House 11-4pm OR 📚🏫 GBM Silver Springs Library 12-2 pm RSVP Link in Bio 🔗 see you there! #WeAreAllDC #EndTheOccupation #ActionsnotWords #youngpeopleforprogress
We had a great time discussing Beyond Policing by Philip McHarris last week. Join us for last summer meetup this Wednesday at 6:30 as we discuss part 3 of the book. RSVP in bio.
We had a great time discussing Beyond Policing by Philip McHarris last week. Join us for last summer meetup this Wednesday at 6:30 as we discuss part 3 of the book. RSVP in bio.
Punitive discipline disguised as restorative justice won’t create a positive impact. We encourage you to continue advocating for restorative justice in MCPS. #ypp #moco #mcps #restorativejustice #rj
Punitive discipline disguised as restorative justice won’t create a positive impact. We encourage you to continue advocating for restorative justice in MCPS. #ypp #moco #mcps #restorativejustice #rj
Montgomery County made a secret deal with the police union (FOP) to block public access to misconduct records — a direct threat to Anton’s Law and police transparency. Yesterday’s court hearing was likely the last before a major ruling. The community showed up to protect our right to know when police abuse their power. ?? Thank you to everyone who came out. We’re watching. We’re fighting. We won’t let them roll back transparency. #AntonsLaw #PoliceAccountability #TransparencyMatters #YPP #MoCo #JusticeNotSecrecy #DefendAntonsLaw #MontgomeryCounty
Montgomery County made a secret deal with the police union (FOP) to block public access to misconduct records — a direct threat to Anton’s Law and police transparency. Yesterday’s court hearing was likely the last before a major ruling. The community showed up to protect our right to know when police abuse their power. 💪🏾 Thank you to everyone who came out. We’re watching. We’re fighting. We won’t let them roll back transparency. #AntonsLaw #PoliceAccountability #TransparencyMatters #YPP #MoCo #JusticeNotSecrecy #DefendAntonsLaw #MontgomeryCounty
YPP attends hearing on Anton’s Law! Montgomery County made a secret deal to block public access to police misconduct records. Transparency is on the line. We must protect Anton's Law.
YPP attends hearing on Anton’s Law! Montgomery County made a secret deal to block public access to police misconduct records. Transparency is on the line. We must protect Anton's Law.
HB1222, the Maryland Values Act, has officially been signed into law Throughout the 2025 Legislative Session, our members stood with CASA and our immigrant communities. We testified, lobbied, rallied, and organized to help get this and other important bills passed. Under this new law, ICE can no longer enter schools, hospitals, churches, or courthouses without a judicial warrant. That is a major win for immigrant families across Maryland. Thank you @casa4all for leading this fight! We were proud to stand alongside you and help make this happen. #mdvaluesact #protectimmigrantfamilies
HB1222, the Maryland Values Act, has officially been signed into law Throughout the 2025 Legislative Session, our members stood with CASA and our immigrant communities. We testified, lobbied, rallied, and organized to help get this and other important bills passed. Under this new law, ICE can no longer enter schools, hospitals, churches, or courthouses without a judicial warrant. That is a major win for immigrant families across Maryland. Thank you @casa4all for leading this fight! We were proud to stand alongside you and help make this happen. #mdvaluesact #protectimmigrantfamilies
?? Big thank you to everyone who came out on April 8 to the Montgomery County Council to demand full funding for Restorative Justice in MCPS! Your presence made a real impact. Together, we showed that young people and allies are serious about ending the school to prison pipeline and investing in healing, not punishment. ? Let’s keep building this movement. Restorative Justice now! DM to get involved. ? #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
🙏🏽 Big thank you to everyone who came out on April 8 to the Montgomery County Council to demand full funding for Restorative Justice in MCPS! Your presence made a real impact. Together, we showed that young people and allies are serious about ending the school to prison pipeline and investing in healing, not punishment. 💜 Let’s keep building this movement. Restorative Justice now! DM to get involved. 📲 #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members and YPP Member 💪🏼 Rajan Bell ❤️ #YouthPower #JusticeNow#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
FY26 Budget Hearing 4/8/25 - Rajan Bell testimony to fully fund Restorative Justice/Approaches in MCPS
FY26 Budget Hearing 4/8/25 - Rajan Bell testimony to fully fund Restorative Justice/Approaches in MCPS
FY26 Budget Hearing 4/8/25 - Oslin Diaz testimony to fully fund Restorative Justice/Approaches in MCPS
FY26 Budget Hearing 4/8/25 - Oslin Diaz testimony to fully fund Restorative Justice/Approaches in MCPS
Tomorrow! Join our Wednesdays High School Strategy Meeting and let's chat about what's coming up in YPP ???. SSL hours available! DM us to receive the Zoom link
Tomorrow! Join our Wednesdays High School Strategy Meeting and let's chat about what's coming up in YPP 😎💪🏿. SSL hours available! DM us to receive the Zoom link
Alarming info to know! #DefundThePolice #YouthRights#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Alarming info to know! #DefundThePolice #YouthRights#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Right now, student arrests have quadrupled since last year, while Restorative Approaches remain underfunded. Schools should focus on supporting students, not punishment. Join our MCPS student leaders at the next FY2026 Council Budget Hearing. ? Let’s show up and advocate for real solutions! Use the RSVP link to sign up NOW! ? Tuesday, April 8, 2025 ? Gather at 6:30 PM | Take seats at 6:45 PM ? Montgomery County Council Office Building 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850 A strong turnout shows the Council that the community supports Restorative Justice in schools. Let’s make our voices heard! ✊ #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Right now, student arrests have quadrupled since last year, while Restorative Approaches remain underfunded. Schools should focus on supporting students, not punishment. Join our MCPS student leaders at the next FY2026 Council Budget Hearing. 📢 Let’s show up and advocate for real solutions! Use the RSVP link to sign up NOW! 📅 Tuesday, April 8, 2025 🕡 Gather at 6:30 PM | Take seats at 6:45 PM 📍 Montgomery County Council Office Building 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850 A strong turnout shows the Council that the community supports Restorative Justice in schools. Let’s make our voices heard! ✊ #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Tomorrow! Join our Wednesdays High School Strategy Meeting and let's chat about what's coming up in YPP ???. SSL hours available! Introducing our new fellows from the EJFP spring program. DM us to receive the Zoom link
Tomorrow! Join our Wednesdays High School Strategy Meeting and let's chat about what's coming up in YPP 😎💪🏿. SSL hours available! Introducing our new fellows from the EJFP spring program. DM us to receive the Zoom link
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members and YPP Member 💪🏼 Rebecca Mekonen ❤️ #YouthPower #JusticeNow#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Quick Teaching!
Quick Teaching! "What are Consent Searches?" #YouthEducation #YouthPower #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress #EFJP#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
SMOB Candidates Panel Recap from Wednesday March 19th 2025. Thank you all for joining ❤️
SMOB Candidates Panel Recap from Wednesday March 19th 2025. Thank you all for joining ❤️
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members and YPP Chapter Member 💪🏼 Maraki Fekade ❤️ #YouthPower #JusticeNow#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
? DEFEND ANTON’S LAW! ? Montgomery County and the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) made a secret deal that undermines Anton’s Law, which ensures public access to police misconduct records. We’re fighting in court to stop this side deal and protect transparency and accountability—but we need YOU there! ? Join us at the hearing: ? Date: March 31, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:30 - 4:30 PM ? Location: Montgomery County Circuit Court (50 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850) ? Anton’s Law matters! Without it, the community loses access to crucial police misconduct records. Show up, speak out, and fight for justice! ? Tag your friends & share to spread the word! #DefendAntonsLaw #AntonsLaw #MontgomeryCounty
🚨 DEFEND ANTON’S LAW! 🚨 Montgomery County and the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) made a secret deal that undermines Anton’s Law, which ensures public access to police misconduct records. We’re fighting in court to stop this side deal and protect transparency and accountability—but we need YOU there! 📢 Join us at the hearing: 📅 Date: March 31, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:30 - 4:30 PM 📍 Location: Montgomery County Circuit Court (50 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850) 🛑 Anton’s Law matters! Without it, the community loses access to crucial police misconduct records. Show up, speak out, and fight for justice! 🔗 Tag your friends & share to spread the word! #DefendAntonsLaw #AntonsLaw #MontgomeryCounty
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members and YPP President 💪🏼 Junee Kim ❤️ #YouthPower #JusticeNow#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Update: The Education Justice Fellows Program sign up have been extended until this Sunday March 16 ? Link: bit.ly/ejp2025 Program Details:  From late March to Early June  $150 Monthly Stipend (Fellows)  SSL Hours (Strategy Team)  Skill Development Trainings
Update: The Education Justice Fellows Program sign up have been extended until this Sunday March 16 🔥 Link: bit.ly/ejp2025 Program Details:  From late March to Early June  $150 Monthly Stipend (Fellows)  SSL Hours (Strategy Team)  Skill Development Trainings
? MCPS STUDENTS – YOUR VOICE MATTERS! ?️✨ Young People for Progress is hosting a SMOB Candidates Interview with your finalists Peter Boyko & Anuva Maloo! ?? This is your chance to: ✅ Hear their visions for MCPS ✅ Ask questions on important topics like restorative justice & school safety ✅ Make an informed decision before casting your vote! ?️ Date: Wednesday, March 19 ⏰ Time: 6-7 PM ? Virtual – RSVP now! ? BIT.LY/SMOB-PANEL2025 ? Together, we can build a stronger, more student-centered school system. Join us and be part of the change! ?
📢 MCPS STUDENTS – YOUR VOICE MATTERS! 🗳️✨ Young People for Progress is hosting a SMOB Candidates Interview with your finalists Peter Boyko & Anuva Maloo! 🎤🌟 This is your chance to: ✅ Hear their visions for MCPS ✅ Ask questions on important topics like restorative justice & school safety ✅ Make an informed decision before casting your vote! 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, March 19 ⏰ Time: 6-7 PM 📍 Virtual – RSVP now! 👉 BIT.LY/SMOB-PANEL2025 💡 Together, we can build a stronger, more student-centered school system. Join us and be part of the change! 🚀
Quick Facts
Quick Facts "What is Restorative Justice/ Approaches"?
Tomorrow! Join us and let's chat about what's coming up in YPP ???. SSL hours available!
Tomorrow! Join us and let's chat about what's coming up in YPP 😎💪🏿. SSL hours available!
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members 💪🏼 Setyana Bika ❤️ #YouthPower #JusticeNow#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Attention all High School Students! ? We’re excited to announce the launch of our 1st
Attention all High School Students! 🚨 We’re excited to announce the launch of our 1st "Education Justice Fellows Program"! If you care about your school and community and want to develop leadership skills while learning how to create change, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Spots are limited, so sign up now! ⏳ 👉 bit.ly/ejp2025 Deadline: Friday, March 14th 🚀 Don't miss out!
Attention all High School Students! ? We’re excited to announce the launch of our 1st
Attention all High School Students! 🚨 We’re excited to announce the launch of our 1st "Education Justice Fellows Program"! If you care about your school and community and want to develop leadership skills while learning how to create change, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Spots are limited, so sign up now! ⏳ 👉 bit.ly/ejp2025 Deadline: Friday, March 14th 🚀 Don't miss out!
YPP ? BSU's ?? #CommunityBuilding #YouthForChange #YouthEngagement #MakeYourVoiceHeard#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
YPP 🖤 BSU's 💪🏿 #CommunityBuilding #YouthForChange #YouthEngagement #MakeYourVoiceHeard#YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Quick Facts!
Quick Facts! "The School tobPrison Pipeline" #YouthEducation #WhatIsDecrim #YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members 💪🏼 Vivian Urbina ❤️ #YouthPower #JusticeNow #YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
It was a pleasure connecting with the Walter Johnson BSU! We had a great discussion and are looking forward to working together on meaningful initiatives. We are excited for the things coming ahead—stay tuned!
It was a pleasure connecting with the Walter Johnson BSU! We had a great discussion and are looking forward to working together on meaningful initiatives. We are excited for the things coming ahead—stay tuned!
Today as every Wednesday, join MCPS students leaders to discuss about how we can make an impact in our school. #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress #YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
Today as every Wednesday, join MCPS students leaders to discuss about how we can make an impact in our school. #CommunityPower #YouthForProgress #YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
"Highlighting Youth" Quotes from our MCPS leaders/members 💪🏼 #YouthPower #JusticeNow #YPP #Youngpeopleforprogress #MOCO
We're teaming up with our Montgomery County partners to head to Annapolis on Monday, February 17th, 3-8 PM for our Day of Action! We're demanding safer traffic stops for all – and so much more. With food ? and transportation ? provided, it will be a great experience for all who come! RSVP: bit.ly/action2025 #DayOfAction #Annapolis #SaferTrafficStops
We're teaming up with our Montgomery County partners to head to Annapolis on Monday, February 17th, 3-8 PM for our Day of Action! We're demanding safer traffic stops for all – and so much more. With food 🍔 and transportation 🚌 provided, it will be a great experience for all who come! RSVP: bit.ly/action2025 #DayOfAction #Annapolis #SaferTrafficStops
?✊? YPP <3 BSUs! ✊?? This Black History Month, we’re celebrating and supporting Black Student Unions across Montgomery County and Maryland! YPP is here to uplift your BSU’s work, amplify your events, and provide material support to make your organizing even stronger. Here’s what we’re offering: ? Social media promotion & newsletter spotlights ?️ $50 in food or materials for your BSU’s event ? Free workshops on Know Your Rights, the School-to-Prison Pipeline & more ? School visits & event collaboration Want to team up? Sign up at the link in our bio! Let’s build Black student power together. #YPP❤️BSUs #BlackHistoryMonth #StudentLeadership #YouthOrganizing
🖤✊🏾 YPP <3 BSUs! ✊🏾🖤 This Black History Month, we’re celebrating and supporting Black Student Unions across Montgomery County and Maryland! YPP is here to uplift your BSU’s work, amplify your events, and provide material support to make your organizing even stronger. Here’s what we’re offering: 📢 Social media promotion & newsletter spotlights 🍽️ $50 in food or materials for your BSU’s event 📚 Free workshops on Know Your Rights, the School-to-Prison Pipeline & more 🤝 School visits & event collaboration Want to team up? Sign up at the link in our bio! Let’s build Black student power together. #YPP❤️BSUs #BlackHistoryMonth #StudentLeadership #YouthOrganizing
YPP Students in Action ?❤️??
YPP Students in Action 🔥❤️💪🏼
Junee Kim (YPP President) @ Protect Our Schools rally - Feb 4th 2025
Junee Kim (YPP President) @ Protect Our Schools rally - Feb 4th 2025
Thank you all for the amazing support to our public school students in their fight to strengthen Restorative Justice ❤️????? @wmhs_ypp @wheatonypp @jewsunitedforjustice @tros_joebutton120
Thank you all for the amazing support to our public school students in their fight to strengthen Restorative Justice ❤️🔥🙌🏼👍🏼 @wmhs_ypp @wheatonypp @jewsunitedforjustice @tros_joebutton120
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Org partners testifying in support for Restorative Justice ????
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Org partners testifying in support for Restorative Justice 💪🏼🙌🏼
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Daniel Conteh (HS student) testifying in support for Restorative Justice
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Daniel Conteh (HS student) testifying in support for Restorative Justice
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Vivian Urbina (HS student) testifying in support for Restorative Justice
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Vivian Urbina (HS student) testifying in support for Restorative Justice
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Setyana Bika (President YPP Chapter @ Wheaton HS) testifying in support for Restorative Justice
MCPS Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 27th 2025 - Setyana Bika (President YPP Chapter @ Wheaton HS) testifying in support for Restorative Justice
Join and support MCPS High School students in their efforts on Restorative Justice/Approaches this upcoming Monday, Jan 27th. RSVP Now: bit.ly/YPP4HS
Join and support MCPS High School students in their efforts on Restorative Justice/Approaches this upcoming Monday, Jan 27th. RSVP Now: bit.ly/YPP4HS
Thank you all for coming to our 2025 Members Retreat ?❤️ It was great to see you there! ??
Thank you all for coming to our 2025 Members Retreat 🔥❤️ It was great to see you there! 👍🏼
Board of Education members respond to student requests for increased Restorative Justice/Approaches funding in MCPS - Jan 16 2025
Board of Education members respond to student requests for increased Restorative Justice/Approaches funding in MCPS - Jan 16 2025
Other requests for more Restorative Justice/Approaches in MCPS - Nicholas Bassey MCCPTA
Other requests for more Restorative Justice/Approaches in MCPS - Nicholas Bassey MCCPTA
Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 16 2025 - Rajan Bell (Wheaton Chapter) testify in support of Restorative Justice/Approaches for MCPS
Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 16 2025 - Rajan Bell (Wheaton Chapter) testify in support of Restorative Justice/Approaches for MCPS
Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 16 2025 - Evin Fernando (YPP Board Member) testify in support of Restorative Justice/Approaches for MCPS
Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 16 2025 - Evin Fernando (YPP Board Member) testify in support of Restorative Justice/Approaches for MCPS
Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 16 2025 - Junee Kim (YPP President) testify in support of Restorative Justice/Approaches for MCPS
Board of Education Budget Hearing Jan 16 2025 - Junee Kim (YPP President) testify in support of Restorative Justice/Approaches for MCPS
Support our High School students today! Meet with us in room #336
Support our High School students today! Meet with us in room #336
RSVP link: bit.ly/YPP4HS
RSVP link: bit.ly/YPP4HS
Sign up now! bit.ly/YPP4HS
Sign up now! bit.ly/YPP4HS
We will be having our annual retreat on January 18th & 19th from 12-6, we hope to see you there! Make sure to RSVP at bit.ly/ypp2025retreat ASAP as there is limited space!
We will be having our annual retreat on January 18th & 19th from 12-6, we hope to see you there! Make sure to RSVP at bit.ly/ypp2025retreat ASAP as there is limited space!
Wheaton High School YPP Chapter @ their last workshop ❤️???
Wheaton High School YPP Chapter @ their last workshop ❤️🔥🔥🔥
YPP sent a letter to the Superintendent and Board of Education today, condemning the racist incident and inadequate response at Wootton High School. We urged MCPS to listen to students and invest in anti-racist programs. Read our full statement here.
YPP sent a letter to the Superintendent and Board of Education today, condemning the racist incident and inadequate response at Wootton High School. We urged MCPS to listen to students and invest in anti-racist programs. Read our full statement here.
Thank you all for joining us at our last GBM meeting and Restorative Justice workshop this past Saturday, December 7th! It was great seeing you all. Happy holidays! ?✨
Thank you all for joining us at our last GBM meeting and Restorative Justice workshop this past Saturday, December 7th! It was great seeing you all. Happy holidays! 🎉✨
School to Prison Pipeline & Restorative Justice Workshop with Watkins Mill YPP Chapter ?❤️
School to Prison Pipeline & Restorative Justice Workshop with Watkins Mill YPP Chapter 🔥❤️
?✨ Join Us for a Special Film Screening! ✨? ? When: Thursday, December 19th, 6:30–8:30 PM Doors open at 6 ? Where: Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring, Room CF-101, Arts Building ?: FREE and open to the public! We’re excited to present Beyond Walls, a powerful short film anthology showcasing stories of criminal justice organizing from across the country. This event will explore the impact of decriminalization and how we can work together to build safer, more equitable communities. ? Light refreshments, including popcorn, will be provided! ?️ Co-hosted with Arts on the Block, Ujima Peoples Party, the Latin Student Union of MC, and The MC African & Diaspora Heritage Committee, this is an evening you won’t want to miss! ? RSVP now through our Linktree in bio! #BeyondWalls #FilmScreening #CriminalJusticeReform #Decriminalization #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityOrganizing #MontgomeryCollege #TakomaPark #LatineCommunity #FreeEvent #PopcornTime
🎥✨ Join Us for a Special Film Screening! ✨🎥 📅 When: Thursday, December 19th, 6:30–8:30 PM Doors open at 6 📍 Where: Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring, Room CF-101, Arts Building 💰: FREE and open to the public! We’re excited to present Beyond Walls, a powerful short film anthology showcasing stories of criminal justice organizing from across the country. This event will explore the impact of decriminalization and how we can work together to build safer, more equitable communities. 🍿 Light refreshments, including popcorn, will be provided! 🗣️ Co-hosted with Arts on the Block, Ujima Peoples Party, the Latin Student Union of MC, and The MC African & Diaspora Heritage Committee, this is an evening you won’t want to miss! 🌟 RSVP now through our Linktree in bio! #BeyondWalls #FilmScreening #CriminalJusticeReform #Decriminalization #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityOrganizing #MontgomeryCollege #TakomaPark #LatineCommunity #FreeEvent #PopcornTime
Join us for a laid-back gathering at the Fenton Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, December 13, from 6-8 PM! Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while exploring A.I. and Stochastic Parrots by Adam Conover, an episode from his podcast Factually! We’ll dive into how artificial intelligence and language models impact society, including their role in perpetuating bias against Black and Brown communities. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize, learn, and spark meaningful conversations! ← Don’t miss out—register now at bit.ly/DECREADINGGROUP. All are welcome!
Join us for a laid-back gathering at the Fenton Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, December 13, from 6-8 PM! Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while exploring A.I. and Stochastic Parrots by Adam Conover, an episode from his podcast Factually! We’ll dive into how artificial intelligence and language models impact society, including their role in perpetuating bias against Black and Brown communities. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize, learn, and spark meaningful conversations! ← Don’t miss out—register now at bit.ly/DECREADINGGROUP. All are welcome!
?✨ You’re Invited to YPP’s Thanksgiving Potluck! ? Let’s gather together to share good food, great company, and lots of gratitude! ? ?️ Date: Sat, November 30th ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ? Location: YPP Office, Silver Spring Bring your favorite dish to share or just bring yourself—we can’t wait to see you there! ?✨ RSVP here: bit.ly/yppfriendsgiving2024 or through our linktree in our bio. Let’s make this Thanksgiving one to remember with our YPP family. ? #YPPFriendsgiving #ThanksgivingPotluck #YoungPeopleForProgress
🍂✨ You’re Invited to YPP’s Thanksgiving Potluck! 🥧 Let’s gather together to share good food, great company, and lots of gratitude! 💛 🗓️ Date: Sat, November 30th ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 📍 Location: YPP Office, Silver Spring Bring your favorite dish to share or just bring yourself—we can’t wait to see you there! 🥘✨ RSVP here: bit.ly/yppfriendsgiving2024 or through our linktree in our bio. Let’s make this Thanksgiving one to remember with our YPP family. 🧡 #YPPFriendsgiving #ThanksgivingPotluck #YoungPeopleForProgress
? Join us tonight for the Safer Traffic Stops for All Kick-Off Event! ? ?️ Date: Tonight, November 19th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM We’re excited to support the Safer Traffic Stops for All bill, a statewide bill to ban minor traffic stops and reduce unnecessary police interactions, making our roads safer for everyone. ✨ What to Expect: A powerful panel discussion with expert speakers, including our very own Executive Director, Danielle, representing Young People for Progress. A chance to engage with the issues during a Q&A session. Can’t make it in person? Join virtually! Stream the event live on Facebook at @MarylandOPD. Let’s come together to support this important movement for safer, fairer traffic policies in Maryland. See you there! #SaferTrafficStops #TrafficJustice #YoungPeopleForProgress #MarylandLegislation #AdvocacyInAction
📢 Join us tonight for the Safer Traffic Stops for All Kick-Off Event! 🚦 🗓️ Date: Tonight, November 19th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM We’re excited to support the Safer Traffic Stops for All bill, a statewide bill to ban minor traffic stops and reduce unnecessary police interactions, making our roads safer for everyone. ✨ What to Expect: A powerful panel discussion with expert speakers, including our very own Executive Director, Danielle, representing Young People for Progress. A chance to engage with the issues during a Q&A session. Can’t make it in person? Join virtually! Stream the event live on Facebook at @MarylandOPD. Let’s come together to support this important movement for safer, fairer traffic policies in Maryland. See you there! #SaferTrafficStops #TrafficJustice #YoungPeopleForProgress #MarylandLegislation #AdvocacyInAction
In this critical moment, many of us are facing mixed emotions, but we don’t have to face them alone. Join us online this Friday as we come together to discuss what the election means for our organizing, what’s needed right now, and how we can rise together. All are welcome. RSVP at link in our bio.
In this critical moment, many of us are facing mixed emotions, but we don’t have to face them alone. Join us online this Friday as we come together to discuss what the election means for our organizing, what’s needed right now, and how we can rise together. All are welcome. RSVP at link in our bio.
? Event Postponed ? We’re rescheduling our Beyond Walls film screening originally planned for Friday, November 22. We’re just as excited to share this impactful documentary with you soon, so stay tuned for the new date! Thank you for your interest, and we’re looking forward to coming together for this event in the near future. Keep an eye on our page for updates! #BeyondWalls #StayTuned #YPPFilmNight
🚨 Event Postponed 🚨 We’re rescheduling our Beyond Walls film screening originally planned for Friday, November 22. We’re just as excited to share this impactful documentary with you soon, so stay tuned for the new date! Thank you for your interest, and we’re looking forward to coming together for this event in the near future. Keep an eye on our page for updates! #BeyondWalls #StayTuned #YPPFilmNight
Join us at the Youth Town Hall presented by the MOCO COUNCIL! This is a HYBRID meeting, but we highly encourage you to come in person!! Pizza and SSL Hours will be provided as well. If you need a ride to the Town Hall feel free to reach out to us and a member of YPP will be able to give you one! We hope to see you there!!
Join us at the Youth Town Hall presented by the MOCO COUNCIL! This is a HYBRID meeting, but we highly encourage you to come in person!! Pizza and SSL Hours will be provided as well. If you need a ride to the Town Hall feel free to reach out to us and a member of YPP will be able to give you one! We hope to see you there!!
? Mark your calendars! Here are our upcoming YPP events for November. If you’re interested in joining, register through our Linktree. For questions, feel free to DM us or reach out to Jordy at jordy@ypforprogress.org. See you there!
📆 Mark your calendars! Here are our upcoming YPP events for November. If you’re interested in joining, register through our Linktree. For questions, feel free to DM us or reach out to Jordy at jordy@ypforprogress.org. See you there!
? Thanks to everyone who joined our October Decrim Reading Group session at Black Lion Cafe! We had an incredible discussion on Deportation to Prison: The Politics of Immigration Enforcement in Post-Civil Rights America, and it was amazing to share thoughts, coffee, and pastries with such engaged folks. Swipe to see some snapshots from our evening! If you missed this one, join us for our next gathering at Fenton Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, November 8, from 6-8 PM. Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while diving into The Racial Contract by Charles W. Mills. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize and spark meaningful conversations! ?Don’t miss out—register now at bit.ly/NOVREADINGGROUP. Everyone's welcome to join the conversation! ??✨ #YPPReadingGroup #YoungPeopleForProgress #DecrimReadingGroup
📚 Thanks to everyone who joined our October Decrim Reading Group session at Black Lion Cafe! We had an incredible discussion on Deportation to Prison: The Politics of Immigration Enforcement in Post-Civil Rights America, and it was amazing to share thoughts, coffee, and pastries with such engaged folks. Swipe to see some snapshots from our evening! If you missed this one, join us for our next gathering at Fenton Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, November 8, from 6-8 PM. Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while diving into The Racial Contract by Charles W. Mills. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize and spark meaningful conversations! 👉Don’t miss out—register now at bit.ly/NOVREADINGGROUP. Everyone's welcome to join the conversation! 💪🏽✨ #YPPReadingGroup #YoungPeopleForProgress #DecrimReadingGroup
?☕Join us for a laid-back gathering at the Fenton Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, November 8 from 6-8 PM! Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while diving into The Racial Contract by Charles W. Mills with the Decrim Reading Group. It's the perfect opportunity to socialize and spark meaningful conversations! ? Don't miss out-register now at bit.ly/ NOVREADINGGROUP All are welcome!
🍰☕Join us for a laid-back gathering at the Fenton Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, November 8 from 6-8 PM! Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while diving into The Racial Contract by Charles W. Mills with the Decrim Reading Group. It's the perfect opportunity to socialize and spark meaningful conversations! 👉 Don't miss out-register now at bit.ly/ NOVREADINGGROUP All are welcome!
Are you a high schooler looking to make change in MCPS? If yes, join us at YPP’s High School Organizing Meetings every Wednesdays from 6pm-7pm with the Zoom link! SSL will be given at every meeting!
Are you a high schooler looking to make change in MCPS? If yes, join us at YPP’s High School Organizing Meetings every Wednesdays from 6pm-7pm with the Zoom link! SSL will be given at every meeting!
Join us next Saturday, November 2nd from 12 PM - 2 PM for our November GBM. We will be at the Rockville Library. Hope to see you there!
Join us next Saturday, November 2nd from 12 PM - 2 PM for our November GBM. We will be at the Rockville Library. Hope to see you there!
Thanks to everyone who came out to our October General Body Meeting! We appreciate all of you and hope to see you at our next GBM!
Thanks to everyone who came out to our October General Body Meeting! We appreciate all of you and hope to see you at our next GBM!
?☕ Join us for a cozy gathering at Black Lion Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, October 18 from 6-8 PM! Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while diving into Deportation to Prison: The Politics of Immigration Enforcement in Post-Civil Rights America with the Decrim Reading Group. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize and spark meaningful conversations! ? Don’t miss out—register now at bit.ly/YPPReadingGroup All are welcome! ?✨
🍰☕ Join us for a cozy gathering at Black Lion Cafe in Silver Spring on Friday, October 18 from 6-8 PM! Enjoy tasty pastries and great coffee while diving into Deportation to Prison: The Politics of Immigration Enforcement in Post-Civil Rights America with the Decrim Reading Group. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize and spark meaningful conversations! 👉 Don’t miss out—register now at bit.ly/YPPReadingGroup All are welcome! 📚✨
Join us for our October GBM on Saturday, October 5, from 12 - 2 PM! We will be meeting at the Silver Spring Library.
Join us for our October GBM on Saturday, October 5, from 12 - 2 PM! We will be meeting at the Silver Spring Library.
We DEMAND public input and transparency. A policy is NOT enough!
We DEMAND public input and transparency. A policy is NOT enough!
Studies demonstrate a power imbalance between officers and civilians. Individuals are more likely to comply with a request from a person in authority. Consent is often not truly voluntary if drivers find it difficult to exercise their 4th Amendment freedom to leave following a traffic stop when there is no basis for an officer to search without consent.
Studies demonstrate a power imbalance between officers and civilians. Individuals are more likely to comply with a request from a person in authority. Consent is often not truly voluntary if drivers find it difficult to exercise their 4th Amendment freedom to leave following a traffic stop when there is no basis for an officer to search without consent.
On September 16, 2024, the Public Safety Committee received a briefing on the FTLA. Councilmembers Katz (Chair) and Luedtke voted to dispose of the bill and allow the CE to develop a
On September 16, 2024, the Public Safety Committee received a briefing on the FTLA. Councilmembers Katz (Chair) and Luedtke voted to dispose of the bill and allow the CE to develop a "policy". The policy, which was not shared with the public to receive feedback, will have a different impact than Bill 2-24. Policies are often changed and not held with fidelity. Our members and community members DEMAND the passing of Bill 2-24 (FTLA), NOT a policy.
There are clear racial disparities in traffic enforcement. Montgomery County traffic data from FY18 to FY22 reveal that Black drivers made up 30% of traffic stops in an adult population that was 18% Black. Very few traffic stops lead to the recovery of contraband. In Montgomery County, approximately 1 out of 205 traffic stops (less than 0.5%) lead to the recovery of a firearm.
There are clear racial disparities in traffic enforcement. Montgomery County traffic data from FY18 to FY22 reveal that Black drivers made up 30% of traffic stops in an adult population that was 18% Black. Very few traffic stops lead to the recovery of contraband. In Montgomery County, approximately 1 out of 205 traffic stops (less than 0.5%) lead to the recovery of a firearm.
The Freedom to Leave Act will: ● Prioritize 4th Amendment rights and reduce disparities in traffic enforcement by prohibiting consent searches of a motor vehicle or person by a police officer; ● Improve data analysis for traffic stops by requiring the collection of additional data.
The Freedom to Leave Act will: ● Prioritize 4th Amendment rights and reduce disparities in traffic enforcement by prohibiting consent searches of a motor vehicle or person by a police officer; ● Improve data analysis for traffic stops by requiring the collection of additional data.
Please read YPP's statement on the outcome of the FTLA worksession.
Please read YPP's statement on the outcome of the FTLA worksession.
Freedom to Leave Act Press Conference
Freedom to Leave Act Press Conference
Join us this upcoming Monday September 16th, 9am at the city council building in Rockville. Sign your RSVP link: bit.ly/f2lpressconference
Join us this upcoming Monday September 16th, 9am at the city council building in Rockville. Sign your RSVP link: bit.ly/f2lpressconference
Give a listen to Paige Ackman, a legal fellow with the Center for Innovations in Community Safety at Georgetown Law. She highlights real-life examples of why F2L is necessary and how consent searches currently operate. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Give a listen to Paige Ackman, a legal fellow with the Center for Innovations in Community Safety at Georgetown Law. She highlights real-life examples of why F2L is necessary and how consent searches currently operate. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Amyra Hasan, the campaign organizer for Young People for Progress, states statistics that from 2016-2022, black drivers made up of nearly half of all consent searches, but are only 1/5th of the population. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Amyra Hasan, the campaign organizer for Young People for Progress, states statistics that from 2016-2022, black drivers made up of nearly half of all consent searches, but are only 1/5th of the population. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Police do NOT prevent school shootings. Watch this clip to learn why. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Police do NOT prevent school shootings. Watch this clip to learn why. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Listen to Dyan Owens from the Maryland Office of the Public Defender speak on how individuals feel pressure to consent then endure the humiliation of the search of their vehicles that often lead nothing incriminating. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Listen to Dyan Owens from the Maryland Office of the Public Defender speak on how individuals feel pressure to consent then endure the humiliation of the search of their vehicles that often lead nothing incriminating. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Omodamola Williams’ experiences prove that simply complying is not enough to be racially profiled by police. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Omodamola Williams’ experiences prove that simply complying is not enough to be racially profiled by police. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Clarky Yamtcheu bravely discusses his traumatic experiences in which he felt uniquely targeted by the police for the color of his skin. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Clarky Yamtcheu bravely discusses his traumatic experiences in which he felt uniquely targeted by the police for the color of his skin. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Hear from Marie Ngoueko, a member of CASA, as she describes how police stops disproportionately targets black and brown drivers. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Hear from Marie Ngoueko, a member of CASA, as she describes how police stops disproportionately targets black and brown drivers. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Watch Ndhili Jones’ experience when he denied police to search his car. Simply saying “no you cannot” will not stop police from racially profiling. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Watch Ndhili Jones’ experience when he denied police to search his car. Simply saying “no you cannot” will not stop police from racially profiling. #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Listen to Audree Gabaree, who provides her testimony on how LGBTQIA+ individuals are targeted by police for being “suspicious.” #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Listen to Audree Gabaree, who provides her testimony on how LGBTQIA+ individuals are targeted by police for being “suspicious.” #DecriminalizeMontgomeryCounty
Two weeks ago, we hosted a successful Townhall focused on community and school safety. We explored the significance of investing in our communities to enhance safety. Thank you to everyone who attended—we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
Two weeks ago, we hosted a successful Townhall focused on community and school safety. We explored the significance of investing in our communities to enhance safety. Thank you to everyone who attended—we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
Join Young People for Progress in our Podcast-Book Club! RSVP through our QR code or our link in our bio! ?
Join Young People for Progress in our Podcast-Book Club! RSVP through our QR code or our link in our bio! 📚
Another great General Body Meeting! We talked about so much and had a fun time! Thanks to everyone who came out and we hope to see you at our next GBM!!
Another great General Body Meeting! We talked about so much and had a fun time! Thanks to everyone who came out and we hope to see you at our next GBM!!
June may be coming to a close, but we at YPP celebrate LGBTQ diversity and organizing all year round. We are fighting the same fight—liberation and equality for everyone. Let’s take a look at the history of Pride Month and why it’s so important!
June may be coming to a close, but we at YPP celebrate LGBTQ diversity and organizing all year round. We are fighting the same fight—liberation and equality for everyone. Let’s take a look at the history of Pride Month and why it’s so important!
Summer picnic ☀️
Summer picnic ☀️
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