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Civic leadership is not something people grow into later in life—it is already being practiced by students and young people across our community. From organizing peers to advocating for change and building bridges across differences, the next generation is actively shaping the civic landscape today. This roundtable brings together student and youth leaders alongside adults who mentor, support, and collaborate with them. Participants will share their experiences leading initiatives, navigating institutions, and creating opportunities for young people to participate meaningfully in civic life. This session highlights how youth leadership is emerging across campuses and communities, including in places like University of Virginia and throughout Charlottesville. Together, participants will explore what it takes to cultivate the next generation of civic leaders—and how communities can better support their ideas, energy, and vision.

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Note: This Summit session is ticketed.
Please purchase your tickets on Humanitix. You will then receive an email from Sched with login information that allows you to make your personal schedule.

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A special thank you to our sponsors: The 14th Annual Tom Tom Festival is presented with the University of Virginia, Virginia Tourism, R.L. Beyer Custom Homes, Ludwig Kuttner, and The City of Charlottesville
Speakers
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Price Thomas

Executive Director, City of Promise
Price A. Thomas is the Executive Director of City of Promise, leading the nonprofit since May 2023. Born and raised in Charlottesville, he brings extensive experience as a communications expert and campaign strategist in addition to his deep knowledge of the Charlottesville community... Read More →
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Renaissance School Student

Renaissance School

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Renaissance School Student

Renaissance School

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Charlottesville High School

Charlottesville High School

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Charlottesville High School Student

Charlottesville High School

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Kris Chain

Middle School Science Teacher, The Peabody School
Kris Chain serves as the Biology and Physics teacher at The Peabody School, where he bridges the gap between complex mechanisms and classroom application. Drawing on a rigorous research background in gene regulation and over a decade of instructional experience, Kris cultivates a... Read More →
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Bethany Farris

Dean of Academics, Renaissance School
Bethany Farris, CFA, joined Renaissance School in 2014 as a member of the Mathematics Faculty before becoming Dean of Academics in 2020. She is a Seattle native and enjoyed living and working in the UK, Spain, New Zealand, and Peru, as well as around the US, before moving to Charlottesville... Read More →
Sponsors
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University of Virginia

The University is an iconic public institution of higher education, boasting nationally ranked schools and programs, diverse and distinguished faculty, a major academic medical center and proud history as a renowned research university. The community and culture of the University... Read More →
Wednesday April 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Common House Space - North Room

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