Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

From ‘Hunger Games’ to ‘Maze Runner,’ movies and books about fighting oppressive governments may play a part in spurring young people to action.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Engaging in activism doesn’t have to consume all of your time. Calling your congressperson only takes minutes out of your day.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The movie isn’t just a musical. It tells a story of injustice and revolt that parallels our modern political climate.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

So, take up some space and make some noise.

Gracie Riley, University of South Carolina-Columbia

Look what you made me do. (Spoiler: it’s voting.)

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

The Trump memes won’t help us in the long run.

Grace John, Rutgers University

Although she’s only a sophomore, Ellinore Folkesson has already made progress on her campus as she fights for social justice with Amnesty International.

Camelia Juarez, Texas State University

Hannah Zimmerman is taking the world of politics by storm, and as a Stanford freshman, she just might be the most experienced eighteen-year-old on campus.