Legislative Day
February 25, 2026
Legislative Day is our annual event focused on empowering youth to engage with Michigan's policymakers, share their personal stories of success, and advocate for continued support of career-focused education. Meeting with legislators allows our young people to:
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Build confidence by telling their own stories of growth and success.
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Gain a firsthand understanding of how government works and exposure to career pathways in the public sector.
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See that their voices matter and can create real change.
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​By connecting directly with decision-makers, we not only advocate for the program’s sustainability but also give our youth a powerful, empowering experience.
Check out the 2025 Legislative Day Recap Video!
Empower Youth Voices
2025 Pictures
Cadence Jackson
Sexton High School
Legislative Day was a really good reminder that we can use those voices to make changes on small and big levels for things that directly affect us and other people in our community.
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Josh Woollard
Central Lake High School
Legislative Day was really eye-opening for me. Being a moderator on the panel and seeing what everyone’s careers led up to has been really inspiring to me and makes me think about what I want to do for a career.
Empower Youth Voices
2024 Legislative Champions
Youth participants honored four elected officials from around the state with the JMG Legislative Champion Award, an annual recognition for ongoing support of the work of Youth Solutions that helps young people succeed in education, employment, and in life.
