American Conversation Project

For young people

Host real conversations. Strengthen your community.

The American Conversation Project trains and certifies young people to bring neighbors together for honest, in-person conversations about the things that matter — and your conversations become part of a national civic research project.

Apply to become a youth host
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How it works

  1. 1

    Apply

    Tell us about yourself in a short application. If you're under 18, a parent or guardian confirms by email.

  2. 2

    Train on your phone

    Short videos, guides, and quick quizzes teach you everything — how to invite people, run the conversation, and record it.

  3. 3

    Get certified

    Pass a final readiness check and you're an official ACP youth conversation host.

  4. 4

    Host 3 conversations

    Create your conversations in the hub, invite people from your community, host, record, and upload.

  5. 5

    Complete the program

    Finish all three (with your reflections) and you've completed the first phase of youth hosting — your community's voices, on the record.

Who can apply

  • • You're a young person living in the United States (ages 13+).
  • • You want to host real, in-person conversations with people in your community.
  • • If you're under 18, a parent or guardian will confirm their consent by email.
Start your application

Takes about 5 minutes.