About Us

Our Mission

Vote16USA is the next big thing in our democracy, incubated by Generation Citizen. This national initiative is dedicated to lowering the voting age at the local level, launching new campaigns across the country, and raising the profile of this transformative movement nationwide.We oversee policy research, campaign strategy and support, communications, and strategic planning to robustly support the initiative to lower the voting age to 16 in local elections.

Our Mission

Expand voting rights to individuals aged 16 and above, giving them a voice in our democracy.

Our Vision

A future where young people are actively engaged in shaping the political landscape.

Our Background

The Vote16USA campaign was officially launched in December 2015, with the release of our white paper “Young Voices at the Ballot Box: Advancing Efforts to Lower the Voting Age.” This comprehensive report was written after extensive research and interviews with experts and stakeholders. Importantly, it included legal research to show which cities and states are primed to lower the voting age to 16. The paper has since been updated and the third edition was published in 2020. Now, guided by an Advisory Board and a Youth Advisory Board, we aim to help with the coordination of new and current local campaigns around the country while elevating the issue nationally through traditional and social media and by building partnerships with a broad group of stakeholders. This website serves as the central hub for these efforts as we move forward.

Empowering

Our Journey Towards Expanding Voting Rights

Launch of our Campaign

The Vote16USA campaign was officially launched in December 2015, with the release of our white paper “Young Voices at the Ballot Box: Advancing Efforts to Lower the Voting Age.”

Milestone Achievements

In 2020, Vote16USA successfully launched campaigns in multiple states, raising awareness and support. The paper has since been updated and the third edition was published in 2020.

Expanding Our Reach

Vote16USA continues to grow, with new chapters forming across the country.

Driving Change

Through grassroots efforts, Vote16USA is making progress towards achieving voting rights for 16-year-olds.

Empowering

Youth Advisory Board

Nilani Maheswaran

Nilani Maheswaran

Nilani Maheswaran is a passionate advocate...

Vanessa Li

Vanessa Li

Vanessa Li is a Vietnamese-American high school student in the DMV...

Kyle Chen

Kyle Chen

Kyle Chen, sophomore of Eagan High School, MN, is a student passionate...

Yenjay Hu

Yenjay Hu

Yenjay Hu is a New Jersey native and rising freshman at Yale University...

Anjali Krishnamurti

Anjali Krishnamurti

Anjali Krishnamurti is a sophomore undergraduate...

Amelia Rice

Amelia Rice

Carys Gill

Carys Gill

Jessie Cai

Jessie Cai

David Zhu

David Zhu

Anya Khera

Anya Khera

Empowering

National Advisory Board

Meet Our Team

Get to know the core members driving our mission.

LaJuan Allen

LaJuan Allen

Director of Vote16USA

LaJuan’s Bio “LaJuan Allen began his career as the Community Relations Coordinator for Mayor Jorge O. Elorza in Providence, Rhode...

Jane Smith

Jane Smith

Director of Operations

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Michael Johnson

Michael Johnson

Communications Manager

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Sarah Thompson

Sarah Thompson

Campaign Coordinator

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David Wilson

David Wilson

Volunteer Coordinator

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Vote16USA: Making a Difference in the Future of Democracy

We are proud to have garnered notable endorsements and partnerships, solidifying our commitment to empowering young voices in the political landscape.

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