This discussion-based session explores how youth can be empowered as leaders in language revitalization efforts within their communities. This session highlights the vital role young people play in sustaining and reimagining language education and advocacy.

This session invites youth, community members, and program leaders to reflect on how to nurture the next generation of language leaders. Participants will:

• Explore what meaningful youth leadership looks like in revitalization
• Share strategies for mentoring and supporting young language advocates
• Discuss barriers to youth participation and ways to address them