This poster presents a qualitative study exploring the lived experiences of girl activists of color, focusing on the challenges they encounter engaging in social change. Using an interpretive phenomenological analysis (IPA) approach, semi-structured interviews captured participants’ narratives about navigating activism, asserting their voices, and sustaining engagement despite political, social, and cultural obstacles. Findings illuminate how these youth make meaning of their activism within environments that are often inhospitable, revealing strategies for resilience, self-advocacy, and community impact. In doing so, this research provides insights for educators and community organizers seeking to better support youth-led social change via intergenerational collaboration models.
