Generation Listen KC is an initiative from KCUR to engage with young public radio listeners in the KC region. As part of its Forward Promote series, Generation Listen KC invited Up to Date's Steve Kraske to moderate a forum on civic engagement for millennials.
Recorded live Tuesday evening at The Diastole Scholars Center, the panel discussion covered what civic engagement looks like for young people today, how four millennial movers and shakers have utilized technology to yield results, and tips and techniques for inspiring peers to get involved.
Panelists:
- Wick Thomas, teen services specialist at the Kansas City Public Library and LGBT activist.
- Sarah Jones, campaign manager for city councilman Quinton Lucas.
- Laura Isabel Alvarez, Bilingual Program Director for H&R Block .
- Brandon Kenig, Shawnee City Councilman.
