Chukwubuikem Madu, WH ’26, Houston, TX
This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with several non-profit organizations dedicated to increasing political literacy among Gen-Z voters. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by young voters, such as misinformation and a lack of accessible resources, we focused on creating educational content that was both engaging and informative. Our goal was to demystify the political process and empower new voters to make informed decisions. We hosted online workshops, created social media campaigns, and developed easy-to-understand guides on topics ranging from voter registration to understanding policy issues.
The partnership with non-profits was essential in reaching a diverse and widespread audience. These organizations brought their expertise in community engagement and a deep understanding of the barriers that often prevent young people from participating in the political process. Together, we created tailored programs that addressed these challenges head-on. We also leveraged the power of digital platforms to ensure that our resources were accessible to all, regardless of location. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with thousands of young people engaging with our content, asking questions, and sharing it within their networks.
By the end of the summer, we saw a significant increase in political engagement among Gen-Z voters within the communities we targeted. Many expressed that they felt more confident and prepared to participate in upcoming elections. This experience underscored the importance of partnerships in driving social change and the potential of digital media to reach and empower the next generation of voters.
Today, I am currently working on building a website that will incorporate the content we taught over the summer to further assist voters during election season.
Overall, this summer was a rewarding endeavor that not only educated but also inspired young people to take an active role in shaping their future through informed voting.
This is part of a series of posts by recipients of the 2024 Career Services Summer Funding Grant. We’ve asked funding recipients to reflect on their summer experiences and talk about the industries in which they spent their summer. You can read the entire series here
