We are excited to announce an incredible lineup of sessions for the 2026 Youth Leadership Summit. The sessions are designed to encourage, enrich, empower, and exercise the power of young leaders in King County.
- What: The 2026 Youth Leadership Summit
- When: May 30, 2026
- Where: The Museum of Flight in Tukwila
- Register Today!
Here is the line-up of our breakout sessions:
- Roots & Wings: Empowering Youth to Rise Together with Empathy and Impact Presenter: Jerry Blackburn
- Youth Advocacy and Community through Youth Mental Health
Presenters: Alice Liang, Elijah Glowitz, Michelle Ritter, and Chris Harnish (Youth Matters) - Access Isn’t Equal: Who Gets to Play in King County
Presenters: Harper Gilbert, Doe Doe, and Eliana Faunce - How to Start a Movement: The Basics of Organizing and Finding Joy in the Fight
Presenters: Jessica Warner and Aanchal Bawara (Washington Youth Alliance) - Leadership & Community Building
Presenters: Mikhail Nafiso, Sabrina Hamza, Ali Sharmake, and Safwaan Amirah (Somali Leaders of Tomorrow) - Centering Youth Voice: Play Equity, Storytelling, and Green Space Access
Presenters: Cha Cha Sawyer and Leoma James (King County Play Equity Coalition) - Building the Space You Needed: Youth Designing Belonging & Equity
Presenters: Rahel Ambachew and Paris Mayon - Drone Minds
Presenters: Mihika D., Krishna D., and Natina V. - Roadtrip! Our Journey shaping the next King County Youth Commission
Presenters: The King County Youth Bill of Rights Task Force IV
There is still time to secure your spot, but you’ll want to act fast! While general registration remains open, late registrants will not be able to select their lunch preference. Register now to make sure your voice—and your meal choice—is accounted for.
For more information and detailed updates on each session, visit the King County Youth Leadership Summit Landing page.
