2026 Youth Institute

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About the Youth Institute:  

The Freedom Starts With Her Youth Institute for Reproductive Rights is building a powerful new generation of champions to join the global reproductive rights movement. The Institute invites U.S. college students (undergraduate and graduate) and recent graduates to spend seven days with PAI—from Wednesday, July 8 to Thursday, July 16 (weekdays)—engaging deeply with reproductive health and rights, learning the history of U.S. leadership in global reproductive health, and acquiring the tools needed for effective advocacy and accountability. 

Participants explore how youth-led action has driven meaningful change around the world and gain practical insight into policy engagement pathways that advance universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through interactive Learning Labs and direct engagement with PAI staff, policymakers, international advocates, and community partners, participants will learn the issues, sharpen their advocacy skills, and get inspired to act locally. 

2026 Fellows of the Freedom Starts With Her Youth Institute for Reproductive Rights