Youth Transportation Summit
Updated March 24, 2025
2025 Youth Transportation Summit
You’re invited to the City of Seattle’s Youth Transportation Summit! A free event specifically for young adults ages 12-19.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
We cannot guarantee a spot if you do not register! Please register no later than April 4.
What is the Youth Transportation Summit?
Want to help shape the future of your community? Join the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) for our second Youth Transportation Summit!
This event is for young leaders, advocates, and activists who want to learn about key SDOT projects and how transit agencies work with the community to make them happen. You’ll also get a chance to share your ideas and input on SDOT projects focused on building community, creating green spaces, and achieving climate justice goals.
The event is April 26, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The day is split into two parts:
- In the morning, you’ll take part in a fun, interactive activity to design a public space built just for YOU.
- In the afternoon, you’ll learn how SDOT turns ideas into real projects. You’ll attend three breakout sessions and help with a final activity that directly impacts current SDOT projects.
Don’t miss this chance to share your voice and help improve the future of transportation in Seattle!
Registration
Participant Eligibility
- Ages 12-19
- You live, work, learn, or play in Seattle
- You care about creating accessible public spaces for you, your friends, and your family
Register to Attend
Don’t miss your chance to register to attend and participate in the SDOT Youth Transportation Summit! Register now to secure your spot. Last day to register is April 4.
Free tickets to OL Reign's April 12 Youth Day Game
Elevate your Youth Summit experience with a fantastic opportunity! We're delighted to offer our attendees FREE tickets to OL Reign's (Seattle's National Women's Soccer League) Youth Day game on April 12th.
OL Reign's non-profit RAVE Foundation is committed to supporting youth in our community and is partnering with us to offer 6 tickets to celebrate their Youth Day on April 12.
If you are an eligible Youth Summit Registrant, you can secure up to 6 tickets, perfect for a family outing or a group of friends. Simply register for the Summit, and you'll receive an email with your ticket redemption details within a week. This is a limited-time offer.
Event Information
Date and Location
Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00PM
Location: The Vera Project, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, 98109
Schedule
| 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Check-in and breakfast |
| 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Welcome and opening keynote |
| 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning workshop |
| 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Lunch (free for attendees) & Resource Fair |
| 12:45 PM - 1:00 PM | SDOT project presentations |
| 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Afternoon breakout sessions |
| 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM | Afternoon break |
| 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM | Afternoon workshop |
| 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Wrap up: Closing and next steps |
Speakers
We are excited to have James Rojas and John Kamp, authors of Dream, Play, Build facilitate our morning and afternoon workshops.
Speakers for breakout sessions will be announced as they are confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Check out our FAQs! If you still have questions, please reach out at DOT_TAP@seattle.gov.
How Can I Get Involved as an Agency Partner?
- Help us spread the word! Share our flyer in your community and encourage young people to register by April 4.
- Join us during the lunch hour by tabling at our Resource Fair. Email DOT_TAP@seattle.gov if you’re interested in connecting with young people about your organization or services. We’d love to have you!
2024 Youth Summit
Photo credit: Seattle Mayor’s Office
We had a great time with everyone in 2024 as we co-created the Youth Climate and Transportation Action Plan. Youth Summit participants presented their action plan to Mayor Harrell and other City of Seattle leaders at Seattle City Hall.