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Student Advocates in Washington, D.C.

  • Mar 14, 2017
  • 1 min read

My Washington D.C. trip with KidUnity was so inspirational to me. I not only learned of what went on in the nation’s capital, but I also got to be part of it. My group, CHANGE in Nepal, wanted to improve the chances of children in rural Nepal getting education, so we decided to advocate to several people including four exceptional women at the Brookings Institution, Global Giving, and even our Uber drivers!

We learned that in Washington D.C., you have to move fast and manage your time. You have to be ready for anything and everything. If a meeting got canceled, you scheduled another one as soon as you could. If there were no meetings, you all walked down to Starbucks and discussed your next moves.

In conclusion, Washington D.C. taught me perhaps one of the most important lessons I will ever learn. Even though I’m young, even though I’m inexperienced, I can make a difference.


 
 
 

22 Comments


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jack john
6 days ago

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RT Kitchen 1
RT Kitchen 1
7 days ago

Student advocates in Washington, D.C., play an incredibly vital role in shaping the future of our nation. Whether they're pushing for climate action, education reform, healthcare access, or social justice, these young leaders bring passion, fresh perspectives, and an unwillingness to accept the status quo. There's something powerful about watching students step into the halls of power—meeting with members of Congress, organizing rallies, testifying at hearings, and using their voices to demand change. D.C. provides an unparalleled classroom for civic engagement, from the National Mall to Capitol Hill. Advocacy work, however, can be exhausting—long days, tight schedules, and the emotional weight of fighting for what matters. That's why having a supportive, functional home base matters, even for temporary stays or…


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Jon Jones
Jon Jones
Mar 18

I'm reminded of something elemental about how we grow into ourselves. Just as a simple dish can be transformed by a thoughtful finishing touch—a sprinkle of flaky sea salt over ripe tomatoes, bringing out their deepest flavor—these experiences in Washington add depth and dimension to these students' lives. The confidence gained, the connections made, the understanding of how change actually happens—all of it seasons their character in ways that will enhance everything they do going forward.


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jessica smith
jessica smith
Feb 13

As student advocates in Washington, D.C., we constantly push for better mental health resources on campus—especially access to a psychiatrist who specializes in ADHD, since untreated ADHD is one of the biggest barriers to academic success that we see among our peers.


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