Juvenile Law Center's Youth Advocacy Program collaborates with youth to engage in advocacy and direct action that protects youth rights, ensures their well-being and advances freedoms so all youth can thrive. Each year, Juvenile Law Center works with approximately 25 youth and 20 program alumni. They are paid for all their program time and advocacy work. The program is integrated into the work of Juvenile Law Center and youth advocates often lead advocacy efforts.

Young people in the Youth Advocacy Program learn and engage in policy advocacy, media outreach, and public education. Youth build leadership and storytelling skills, gain political knowledge, and create a community with their peers. They speak to the public and policymakers, write op eds, appear in the media to elevate their work, and inform Juvenile Law Center's overall strategies and approaches.