Student Activism
California Common Cause is passionate about empowering young leaders who will carry on the mission and transformative goals of Common Cause through participation in our student programs.
Internships
Learn more about Common Cause’s internship program here.
Helen Grieco College Democracy Fellowship
Learn more about the Helen Grieco College Democracy Fellowship program here.
Student Organizing Activist Retreat (SOAR)
California Common Cause has been training students to be organizers and activists for over a decade. SOAR equips future champions of democracy with the necessary tools and skills to implement positive change and reform in our communities.
Volunteer
Interested in lobbying, outreach, action planning, or reform research? Contact Alvin Valverde Meneses for more information on volunteering with California Common Cause.
Throughout the Year
Our staff guides and elevates the work that young leaders are doing throughout the year:
- We offer Student Organizing and Activist Training Webinars
- We work with and support Common Cause campus groups.
- We help host campus and community events and actions that bring attention to current campaigns and important legislation that impact young people.
- We support and mentor students in their campus campaigns to improve democracy, from voter registration drives to passing legislative reforms.
- We offer paid internships, College fellowship programs, and stipends for volunteers, and we fund all supplies and training materials.
- We host other networking opportunities for young members to connect and learn about ways to get involved.
Getting Involved
- Are you a current member or student interested in volunteering? Contact Alvin Valverde Meneses.
- Please also consider sponsoring a student to attend a future Student Organizing Activist Retreat.
