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Empowering Generations for a Better Future. Guiding informed and active participation through education, advocacy, and community engagement.
Events
U1GPS Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party Recap
Thanks to everyone who joined United1 GPS for our first Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party! 🎉 It was an amazing evening filled with big discussions, live reactions, and community connections as we dove into the key topics shaping our future. Check out the highlights from the event and catch the best moments of the night. Stay engaged, stay informed—let's keep this momentum going as we approach 2024! For upcoming events, visit our events page.
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Global Purpose Podcast
The Global Purpose Podcast is a platform for critical dialogue and knowledge exchange on the forces shaping our shared future. Through our flagship series, Futuremakers Forum, we bring together leading scholars, practitioners, and changemakers to explore structural challenges and the key issues facing America today. Futuremakers Forum: Gen-Z After Hours continues the conversation through the lens of emerging leaders, offering fresh, intergenerational perspectives drawn from lived experience.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations, employers, or institutions. All statements are made in a personal capacity unless otherwise stated.
Stay connected with the latest updates, insights, and stories from United 1GPS. In The U1GPS Forum, we bring you relevant news, event recaps, expert opinions, and the thoughts of Millennials and Gen Z making an impact.
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Stay Informed, Stay Engaged
Get the latest insights on the issues shaping our generation's future. From event recaps to in-depth white papers, The U1GPS Forum is your resource for understanding the key challenges we face and how we can take action.
Economic inequality and the growing wealth gap have significantly impacted Millennials and Gen Z, limiting their financial security and economic opportunities. This paper explores the root causes, including wage stagnation, rising education and housing costs, and labor market disruptions. It also examines how these challenges affect homeownership, student debt, and retirement savings. Policy solutions such as student debt relief, affordable housing initiatives, and labor protections are proposed to promote financial stability. Addressing these issues is essential for creating a more equitable economic future for younger generations.
The TikTok ban sparks a heated debate over national security and free speech. Supporters argue it’s essential to protect American data and interests. Critics warn of economic fallout, cultural loss, and censorship risks. Dive into the implications of this controversial move.
The issue of student loan debt continues to loom large over millions of Americans, especially for younger generations. With more than 43 million U.S. borrowers collectively owing over $1.6 trillion in federal student loans, the impact on individual lives, the economy, and broader society is significant. So, what's next for tackling this pressing issue?
During our last Debate Watch Party at Beggar’s Banquet in East Lansing, young voters gathered to watch and break down the candidates’ views on the issues that affect our generation. This wasn’t just about listening—it was about real-time discussions, questions, and exploring how each candidate’s policies could shape our future. We left feeling more informed, more engaged, and more ready to make our voices count at the ballot box.
Inflation has become a major concern, especially for Millennials and Gen Z, who face unique challenges in navigating rising prices. Our latest white paper dives into the state of the economy, inflation's root causes, and its specific effects on younger generations. Learn more about how inflation is reshaping financial security and what policy solutions could help.
As the 2024 election draws near, the influence of Gen Z and Millennials is more pronounced than ever. Together, these two generations make up nearly 40% of the U.S. electorate, with approximately 88 million eligible voters between them. Gen Z, the newest voting bloc, includes around 41 million eligible voters, a number expected to rise as more young people come of age before Election Day.
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