Aspen Challenge Slider

SCROLL DOWN

Aspen Challenge Slider

<img src="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/587f9aef03596e2c9de9f2c2/t/5886d15b46c3c4b25a807e3a/1485280767287/?format=1500w" style="max-width:500px;"/>

Providing inspiration, tools, and a platform for young people to design solutions to some of the most critical problems humanity faces.

THIS YEAR

News from the current Aspen Challenge Opening Forums, as well as Aspen Challenge competition.

THIS YEAR

News from the current Aspen Challenge Opening Forums, as well as Aspen Challenge competition.

INSPIRE

INSPIRE. ENGAGE. LEAD

Young people are moments away from being tomorrow’s decision-makers and this program offers them a chance to practice their critical thinking, tap into their creativity, and offer their fresh perspective on issues within our society.

SPEAKERS

Featured presenters at this year's and past year's Aspen Challenge Opening Forums.

SPEAKERS

Featured presenters at this year's and past year's Aspen Challenge Opening Forums.

SPEAKERS

Featured

EZEKIEL EMANUEL

Oncologist, Bioethicist, and Professor
University of Pennsylvania

Jon Boogz

Movement Artist, Choreographer, and Director
Movement Art Is

Ann Kim

Portfolio Director
IDEO Cambridge

Smita Rawoot

Associate Director, Global Delivery
100 Resilient Cities

SEE ALL SPEAKERS

Aspen Challenge Teams on Aspen Mountain, Aspen, CO 2015.jpg

LATEST NEWS

Featured

SOLUTION USING ART TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT SCHOOL-TO-PRISON PIPELINE AWARDED TOP PRIZE IN ASPEN CHALLENGE PHILADELPHIA COMPEPTION

Students from the School District of Philadelphia’s John Bartram High School are headed to this year’s Aspen Ideas Festival after claiming first place in the Aspen Challenge: Philadelphia competition at Drexel University on April 11. A team comprised of eight students and two educator-coaches came up with a winning solution to Mural Arts Philadelphia executive director Jane Golden’s challenge to use art to raise awareness about the school-to-prison pipeline and promote restorative justice and education. It was enough to earn them all-expense paid trips to present their solution at the Aspen Institute’s annual flagship gathering of global leaders, influencers, and entrepreneurs in Aspen, CO. George Washington and Northeast high schools placed second and third, respectively.

CITY PARTNERS

Each year, the Aspen Challenge partners with an urban school district to bring the Aspen Challenge to a new city. Up to 20 schools are invited to participate. Public high schools that have at least 25 percent of students eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for participation. While the Aspen Challenge provides inspiration and a platform for young people to address pressing issues, it is also about building engaged communities. When the Aspen Challenge launches in a new city, support from the community is critical to realizing the inspiring work of these young leaders and educators. With local support from grantors and districts, the program continues in each city in subsequent years, and communities tailor the experience for their city. Visit each partner page to learn more about what is happening in each city!

CITY PARTNERS

Each year, the Aspen Challenge partners with an urban school district to bring the Aspen Challenge to a new city. Up to 20 schools are invited to participate. Public high schools that have at least 25 percent of students eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for participation. While the Aspen Challenge provides inspiration and a platform for young people to address pressing issues, it is also about building engaged communities. When the Aspen Challenge launches in a new city, support from the community is critical to realizing the inspiring work of these young leaders and educators. With local support from grantors and districts, the program continues in each city in subsequent years, and communities tailor the experience for their city. Visit each partner page to learn more about what is happening in each city!

2018 CITY PARTNERS

SOCIAL FEED

Latest social feed about the Aspen Challenge. This page also contains information regarding featured speakers and solutions from the Aspen Challenge.

SOCIAL FEED

Latest social feed about the Aspen Challenge. This page also contains information regarding featured speakers and solutions from the Aspen Challenge.

#ASPENCHALLENGE

The competition is over, but the work has just begun.
George Washington High School's team @philamundoo and the Carbon Busters of @lankenau_esmhs presented their work to raise awareness for and promote environmental preservation to @phillymayor ahead of #EarthDay!

#inspire #engage #lead

Meet the winners of #AspenChallenge Dallas:
I.M.P.A.C.T from @emmettjconradhigh,
Mobility 4 All from Moisés E. Molina High School, and
@dreamersnotcriminals from Sunset High School.

Kicking it off in the city of brotherly love and sisterly affection! Here we go Aspen Challenge: Philly! #aspenchallenge

A week from today, Philadelphia high school students will begin their journey to #inspire #engage and #lead their communities to address critical issues of the day at the #AspenChallenge Opening Forum.

It’s true, big things happen here in Dallas!
Students will present their innovative solutions to community challenges in 8 weeks. Stay tuned! #AspenChallenge

See you tomorrow, Dallas! #inspire #engage #lead

In one week, 160 @dallasisd high school students will begin their journey to #inspire #engage and #lead their communities to address critical issues of the day at the #AspenChallenge Opening Forum.

On February 14, @philly_schools high school students will come together to discuss challenges and design youth-driven solutions to some of the most pressing issues facing society at the #AspenChallenge Philadelphia Opening Forum.
More at aspenchallenge.org.

Exactly two weeks out from the #AspenChallenge Dallas Opening Forum, and our speakers have just been announced!
Check out the lineup of cross-sector leaders at aspenchallenge.org/dallas.

Students brainstorming action steps here at MLK Youth Action Summit! @mikvachallenge #aspenchallenge #civicengagement

Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CPS CEO Janice Jackson welcoming the 200 students and teachers of Chicago for the MLK Youth Action Summit! #aspenchallenge @mikvachallenge

OUR PARTNERS

Each year, the Aspen Challenge partners with an urban school district to bring the Aspen Challenge to a new city. Up to 20 schools are invited to participate. Public high schools that have at least 25 percent of students eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for participation. While the Aspen Challenge provides inspiration and a platform for young people to address pressing issues, it is also about building engaged communities. When the Aspen Challenge launches in a new city, support from the community is critical to realizing the inspiring work of these young leaders and educators. With local support from grantors and districts, the program continues in each city in subsequent years, and communities tailor the experience for their city. Visit each partner page to learn more about what is happening in each city!

OUR PARTNERS

Each year, the Aspen Challenge partners with an urban school district to bring the Aspen Challenge to a new city. Up to 20 schools are invited to participate. Public high schools that have at least 25 percent of students eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for participation. While the Aspen Challenge provides inspiration and a platform for young people to address pressing issues, it is also about building engaged communities. When the Aspen Challenge launches in a new city, support from the community is critical to realizing the inspiring work of these young leaders and educators. With local support from grantors and districts, the program continues in each city in subsequent years, and communities tailor the experience for their city. Visit each partner page to learn more about what is happening in each city!

FOUNDING PARTNERS

The Bezos Family Foundation supports rigorous, inspired learning environments for young people, from birth through high school, to put their education into action. Through investments in research, public awareness and programs, the foundation works to elevate the field of education and improve life outcomes for all children. Our vision is that all young people are prepared to achieve their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to society.

Founded in Aspen, CO, in 1950 and based in Washington, DC, the Aspen Institute is an educational and policy studies organization. Its mission is to foster leadership based on enduring values and provide a nonpartisan venue for dealing with critical issues.

The Aspen Challenge is a part of the Youth & Engagement Programs at the Aspen Institute. Youth & Engagement Programs empower generations of thoughtful, socially-conscious, and diverse young people engaged in solving the critical issues of the day.

SKYLINE

Each year, the Aspen Challenge partners with an urban school district to bring the Aspen Challenge to a new city. Up to 20 schools are invited to participate. Public high schools that have at least 25 percent of students eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for participation. While the Aspen Challenge provides inspiration and a platform for young people to address pressing issues, it is also about building engaged communities. When the Aspen Challenge launches in a new city, support from the community is critical to realizing the inspiring work of these young leaders and educators. With local support from grantors and districts, the program continues in each city in subsequent years, and communities tailor the experience for their city. Visit each partner page to learn more about what is happening in each city!

SKYLINE

Each year, the Aspen Challenge partners with an urban school district to bring the Aspen Challenge to a new city. Up to 20 schools are invited to participate. Public high schools that have at least 25 percent of students eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for participation. While the Aspen Challenge provides inspiration and a platform for young people to address pressing issues, it is also about building engaged communities. When the Aspen Challenge launches in a new city, support from the community is critical to realizing the inspiring work of these young leaders and educators. With local support from grantors and districts, the program continues in each city in subsequent years, and communities tailor the experience for their city. Visit each partner page to learn more about what is happening in each city!