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JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT FORUM: THURS, MAR 26, 2026
States Project
Featuring Melissa Walker from the
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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead
Let’s Talk Democracy is a grassroots, volunteer non-partisan group dedicated to educating people about our government, encouraging dialogue about the basic foundations of our democracy, and empowering citizens to make their voices heard.
Activities
Let's Talk Democracy provides classes, seminars and discussions forums in the belief that
informed, knowledgeable citizens emerge energized to actively participate in the democratic process.
LTD Youth Group
YOUTH TALK DEMOCRACY
Let's Talk Democracy is delighted to announce our first annual summer think tank/leadership training program for teens – called Youth Talk Democracy. This program is offered to rising 8th graders to high school seniors, FREE. Participants will choose policy issues of interest and importance to them, research and analyze various options and create a document at the end which highlights the youth vision for America. In the process, they will develop leadership skills, interact with their community in a meaningful way and prepare to present their final proposals at a Youth Summit this fall at Queens College.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 10, 2026
Participants will meet in person twice per week, for roundtable discussions and community action events. Workshop Roundtable sessions will alternate between Queens College and the Forest Hills Library, and will run on Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM. The Community Action events will vary by neighborhood and summer scheduling, and run on other days to be determined.
Eligible teens, or their parents, can apply at the link below. Please spread the word to other teens in your circle who might be interested in this amazing opportunity. This is a non-partisan event -- we are interested in encouraging diversity of thought.
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Our Youth Group, and the LTD Forum they coordinated in June 2024, were recorded by PBS!
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Check out our Resource Pages for suggested books, articles, videos and websites. Go through our Glossary to understand political terms. Familiarize yourself with the foundation of our democratic system by reading The U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.
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