About our team
Our mission centers on creating connection and resources for students across Virginia — led by young people who know what their communities need.
Our mission
Communities for Youth exists to support student-led advocacy, create safe spaces for open discussion, and connect young people with civic and educational resources. We believe in elevating student voices and building long-term momentum through peer collaboration — not top-down direction.
Founded by Owen Meyer, our organization reflects what students across Virginia have been asking for: a trusted network, real opportunities to lead, and events that bring communities together.
Core decisions are made by students who reflect the communities we serve.
Events and programs are designed around inclusion, respect, and belonging for every student.
We connect students with tools, mentorship, and local opportunities for meaningful action.
Leadership team
Everyone on this team is a volunteer. Each member gives their own time, energy, and ideas to build Communities for Youth with passion, purpose, and peer empowerment — because we believe student leadership should be driven by students, not salaries.
Founder / Creator
Volunteer
Owen is a volunteer founder who started Communities for Youth to amplify student voices and create lasting support for young leaders across Virginia. He leads the organization's vision, outreach, and student-first mission on his own time.
Member
Volunteer
This team member volunteers their time and energy to help grow Communities for Youth and support our student-led mission.
Member
Volunteer
This team member volunteers their time and energy to help grow Communities for Youth and support our student-led mission.
Member
Volunteer
This team member volunteers their time and energy to help grow Communities for Youth and support our student-led mission.
Web Developer
Volunteer
Tony is a volunteer web developer who builds and maintains the Communities for Youth website, keeping our mission accessible and visible to students, families, and the wider Virginia community.
100% volunteer-led. No one on this team is paid. Every role — from founder to member to web developer — is filled by students and supporters who believe in our mission and contribute on their own time, energy, and ideas.
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