Adam F.C. Fletcher

07/29/2025

As the world changes, we have to shift our understandings of how youth are leaders and leading everywhere, all the time… I reflected on this at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/19/what-i-do-for-evolving-youth-leadership/

07/26/2025

My writing keeps returning to Heartspace, the engine of personal engagement. Read about it in my latest post at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/23/personal-engagement-requires-being-known/

In this article, Adam F.C. Fletcher delves into the roles for self-discovery, vulnerability, and authenticity in Heartspace. He outlines a journey toward deeper connections through knowing oneself,…

07/25/2025

A long time ago, I consulted on a book series for middle school readers focused on taking action. Check out what I learned from this project in my case study at https://adamfletcher.net/2009/11/11/take-action-publications/

The “How You Can Make a Difference” book series, consulted by Adam F.C. Fletcher, empowers middle school readers to engage with vital issues like animal rights and social justice, foste…

07/21/2025

I'm not enamoured with public schools and I don't love what they've done. BUT they are the greatest hope we have. I explore why that is at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/21/the-urgent-need-for-public-schools/

As the Trump administration jeopardizes public education, we need to remember how essential public schools are for democracy, equity, and critical thinking. In this post I explore how and why we mu…

07/14/2025

Youth as problems? Its a common way to entice funders, get readers, and ensure support. Want to know what's wrong with it? Check out my new article at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/14/young-people-are-not-victims/

Labeling young people as “victims” diminishes their agency and potential, reinforces adultism, limits opportunities, undermines self-efficacy, and hinders genuine engagement, shifting f…

07/13/2025

NOT VICTIMS. During the Trump era, young people are being targeted in A LOT of ways—but they're not victims. Learn how and why in my post at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/08/youth-during-the-trump-era/

Young people face severe challenges under Trump’s policies, which exacerbate health, immigration, and education issues. Their activism is crucial in resisting these changes, emphasizing democ…

07/10/2025

I've failed. Throughout my career people have questioned my motives constantly, and if its not obvious I think I've failed. If you're interested, I wrote about my objective today at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/10/i-work-for-belonging/

For decades, my work has been driven by my singular, unwavering belief that true social change is impossible without the real engagement and meaningful empowerment of every voice, especially those …

07/09/2025

DO YOU WORK WITH YOUTH?? Pity, noblesse oblige, and a "missionary" mindset might be undermining your work right now! Read how right now at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/07/09/well-meaning-adults/

Well-meaning adults often perpetuate adultism by viewing young people as vulnerable and in need of guidance, thus undermining their power and potential, instead of empowering them as co-creators of…

07/05/2025

We all need to learn this. 

“Democracy is not a state. It is not some high plateau that we struggle to reach so we can finally settle down to rest. Democracy is an act. It is an act that requires participation, organization and dedication to the highest principles. It is an act, and a series of actions that require us to continuously verify our commitment to civil rights and social justice at every challenge.”
— Rep. John Lewis

Read more: https://lfj.pub/John-Lewis-2008

06/29/2025

Tired of "youth voice" that feels more like adult control? 🧐 It's time to move beyond just "giving voice" to actually and recognize the incredible capacities of children and youth RIGHT NOW! Read more and join the conversation at https://adamfletcher.net/2025/06/29/adultism-the-foundation-of-youth-voice/