The Washington Bus is the largest youth-led, base-building organization dedicated to building and harnessing political power and leadership among young Washingtonians, especially those who have been historically disenfranchised.

join us for our 18th birthday!

the bus is turning freakin' 18 years old! holy moly on a piece of cannoli! we can vote now!

join us in celebrating the history of our organization alongside the historic work that we're looking ahead to. grab a drink, grab a friend, and grab a slice of cake (there will be so much cake) and reminisce your favorite memories of the bus that built a movement.

Event Details

πŸ“… Tuesday, December 3
πŸ•• 6:00 PM
πŸ“ The 101 - Pioneer Square, Seattle
πŸ”— RSVP Link Coming Soon!

A crowd of young people in front of the State Capitol Building in Olympia, WA

programs for youth βœ…

Our comprehensive leadership programs equip young individuals with essential skills in advocacy, organizing, and governance. We provide hands-on experience and mentorship, preparing participants for impactful roles in nonprofits, political campaigns, and government institutions.

By fostering a pipeline of diverse, well-prepared young leaders, we're ensuring that youth perspectives are represented at all levels of decision-making in Washington State.

Youth meeting with State Representative Julia Reed
Young people sitting around a table discussing policy, led by organizers from the Washington Bus.

advocacy & organizing ✊

Through leadership development, issue campaigns, policy advocacy, civic engagement, strategic narratives, and electoral organizing, we believe we can build a representative, multi-racial democracy to ensure that all Washington youth live in thriving communities.

We are laser-focused on building a base of young leaders who are values-driven to organize their peers to create material improvement in the lives of young people.

We re-engage and re-empower communities that have been historically disenfranchised, fostering a resilient and scaled youth movement capable of driving meaningful social and political transformation across Washington State.

Three Washington Bus Summer Fellows sitting outside the office posing with clipboards and "decline-to-sign" cards.
Two Bus staff conversing at the State Capitol Building in Olympia, WA.

a 🚍 you were born to ride

We’re not the Bus without the youth we serve and the organizers that fuel usβ€”at the core of our mission is the unwavering belief in the power, wisdom, and leadership potential of youth.

We are authentically committed to leading from the base, placing the experiences, insights, and aspirations of young leaders at the forefront of our work. By centering the expertise and self-interests of those most impacted by social and political issues, we tap into a wellspring of community-driven solutions and transformative ideas. 

We’re always looking for new cool kids to hop on the Bus. Come see how you can get involved with building unapologetically youthful power across Washington State!

join us for an upcoming event! πŸ“…

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