Kevin Killer used his 2006 Young People For (YP4) fellowship to educate people on his reservation about a ballot initiative that would have banned civil unions.
Coming from an area with 70 to 80 percent unemployment, he's now a trainer with Campus Camp Wellstone and has been elected President of the YP4 Network.
Learn more about the YP4 fellowship…
What do you stand for?
Young People For (YP4) is a strategic long-term leadership development program that identifies, engages and empowers the newest generation of progressive leaders to create lasting change in their communities.
Our yearlong fellowship program for college students starts with an all-expenses-paid National Summit in Washington, D.C., and provides organizational and financial support for executing meaningful social justice work.
Find out how you can get involved.
Upcoming Events
May 30-Jun 1, 2008: Michigan Go Run 2008
Jun 9-Aug 15, 2008: 2008 Summer Organizing Fellowship: National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
Nominate a college leader for the YP4 fellowship.
Who are the innovative student leaders in your life? Nominations play a crucial role in our fellowship search process. Anyone can nominate a fellow. Self-nominations are appropriate and encouraged.
» Nominate a future fellow today
Last day to apply for the Leadership Academy!
Are you a young progressive who is or wants to be working in the movement? The Leadership Academy can help set you up for a lifetime of success.
For 10 months you’ll get leadership development retreats, mentorship from an established movement leader in your area, one-on-one coaching, networking opportunities, support to attend conferences and more. You can even apply for a paid fellowship. Though YP4 fellows are given first priority, anyone can apply.