Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly, defend the rights of the poor and needy.
- Proverbs 31:8-9

The Shepherding our Youth Campaign:
We invite you to "shepherd our youth" along a continuum of efforts with the goal of nurturing their abilities and improving their prospects for economic mobility and independence. Many of our youth (between the ages of 16 and 24) are "disconnected", neither working nor in school – and lacking the core supports that young people need to grow into successful, independent adults. For more information about how you can advocate for disconnected youth visit our Workforce Development Page.

Faith Based Advocacy 101 Workshops:
These workshops introduce faith leaders and lay people to the basics of political advocacy, while highlighting the unique role people of faith can play in organizing for the common good.

Photo: Photo credits: Participants in The Shepherding Our Youth Campaign attended FPWA’s 2011 Clergy Albany Lobby Day where they met with elected officials to voice the needs of the young people in their communities.