Why should I join Virginia21?

Virginia21 is leading the Commonwealth on issues important to our students like higher education funding, financial aid, textbook reform and campus security. Our membership extends to all 4 and 2-year public institutions in Virginia with over 46,000 members, making VA21 the single strongest voice for students in of Virginia. If you like lower tuition, better buildings, cheaper textbooks, more financial aid and good government policy then Virginia21 is for you!

What do I get as a
member of Virginia21?

As a member of Virginia21 you get an insider’s access to Virginia politics that affect you.

· Invitations to lobbying trips to Richmond, special events with the Governor and other legislators that are exclusive to VA21 members.

· We teach you how to get involved in the political process through our Democracy Reboot:ed conference, which includes speeches and workshops on Lobbying, Political action, Policy making, Private/public sector relationships.

· Receive member updates about higher education, good government and economic development using cutting edge technology, which makes it easy for you to take action.

· Receive information about paid/un-paid volunteer and internship opportunities like voter registration and poll working.

· You can actively keep tuition low and textbooks cheaper through power of a single strong voice.

· Build relationships with state representatives and politically minded business leaders, they may lead to great careers.

· You are not asked to pay dues to be a member of VA21, we only ask for your motivation, voice, and ability to take action! Remember, we do not sell or share your information. Visit our website to learn more and sign-up at www.virginia21.org/join. JOIN THE FIGHT!!!

This sounds awesome so tell me more about Virginia21?

Virginia21 is an political education group involving young people across the Commonwealth in the political process by providing information, spotlighting policy, promoting active citizenship, and voter registration with a non-partisan agenda.. Virginia21 is the Commonwealth’s and the country’s first true generational advocate for young people: the AARP of the next generation. Virginia21 focuses beyond the next election cycle, on policies that matter to building a better future for Virginia: Acting today to shape tomorrow.