Tucson Teen Town Hall welcomes 100 students to engage officials and agencies on local issues

In its thirtieth year, this occasion provides a platform for students to discuss issues of mental health, substance misuse, education inequity, and climate change in the backdrop of a U.S. election that affect each.

Tucson, AZ — On November 13, 2024, the Pima College Access Network, of the Metro Education Commission (MEC) of the City of Tucson and Pima County, had the privilege of welcoming 100 high school students from across Pima County to the historic Pima County Courthouse for the 30th Teen Town Hall, presented by Vantage West Credit Union. This annual event provided a dynamic platform for young people to engage with community leaders, officials, and educational institutions, discussing issues that directly impact their lives, and exploring how to take part in addressing them in their futures.