Press Release: Community Listening Sessions Invites Gen Z and Millennial Voices

Sessions in Clio, Fenton and Flint!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   The Floor is Yours: New Community Listening Series Invites Gen Z and Millennial Voices to Shape the Future of Civic Engagement   FLINT, MI –July 14, 2026 — A community led initiative hosted by Karen Jennings is inviting Gen Z and Millennial residents from across Genesee County to take center stage during "The Floor is Yours," a four-part community listening series designed to elevate the voices of younger generations and better understand their experiences, priorities, and vision for civic leadership.   Rather than asking community members to listen to elected officials or policy experts, The Floor is Yours flips the script. This nonpartisan series creates space for young adults to speak openly about the issues that matter most to them while local leaders, organizations, and community stakeholders listen.   The events are not debates, campaign events, or focus groups. Instead, they are opportunities for authentic conversation that will help inform future civic engagement efforts and provide valuable, data-driven insights into how communities can better connect with and serve younger residents.   "Too often, young people are asked to participate after decisions have already been made," said organizers. "This series is about creating intentional space for listening first. We want to understand what Gen Z and Millennials care about, what barriers they face to civic participation, and what meaningful leadership looks like from their perspective."   Feedback gathered throughout the series will help identify themes, priorities, and opportunities to strengthen civic participation across Genesee County. The information collected will contribute to ongoing efforts to build more responsive, inclusive, and community-centered approaches to civic engagement.   Each session will feature guided conversation in a welcoming environment where participants are encouraged to share their lived experiences, concerns, hopes, and ideas for the future. Participants do not need any prior political involvement or civic experience to attend.   Event Schedule Monday, July 20 - St. Luke's N.E.W. Life Center, Flint Tuesday, July 21 - Fenton Community & Cultural Center, Fenton Wednesday, July 22 - Ligon Outdoor Center & Conference Center, Clio Thursday, July 23 - Flint Farmers' Market, Flint All sessions run from 6:30 to 8:30pm, are free, and open to Gen Z and Millennial residents. Advance registration is encouraged.   Register online: https://forms.gle/nL1EjE1NnD8NqxfB9   This event is supported by the Ananich Legacy Foundation.   Media Contact  Karen Jennings karenmillsjennings@gmail.com  810-444-3481 Learn More and Sign Up Copyright © 2026 SIPI, Inc., All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in. Our mailing address is: SIPI, Inc. 607 E. 2nd Ave. Suite 101 Flint, Michigan 48502 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.