Tulsa Changemakers

Tulsa Changemakers is a semester long, 25-session afterschool youth leadership development and action program that empowers elementary, middle, and high school students, from Title I schools in Tulsa Public Schools and Union Public Schools, to make meaningful change in their schools and communities. Tulsa Changemakers specializes in an asset-based and youth-driven approach to community impact. Elementary, middle, and high school cohorts leverage their unique perspectives, conduct listening campaigns to identify community strengths and challenges, and work collaboratively to drive real and measurable change. In the process, youth form meaningful relationships with influential people and organizations, build skills in leadership and design thinking, and generate momentum for success in school and beyond. Changemakers develop a high level of civic responsibility, personal agency, and connection to Tulsa. Our mission is to empower promising youth leaders to drive positive impact in Tulsa right now and into the future. Our vision is a future where Tulsa is a model city for youth-driven impact. The youth are core catalysts for impact in their communities, and communities are actively engaged in identifying, developing, and empowering youth as leaders. Tulsa is consistently cultivating highly effective community leaders eager to empower successive generations.