Generation Crashout: Youth Town Hall
Join us for Generation Crashout, a powerful youth town hall designed to amplify the voices of the next generation. In street slang, "crash out" means acting without thinking—making choices that can change your life forever. We're flipping the script, creating a judgment-free zone where young people can speak their truth about the real pressures they face every day.
When
Thursday, September 11, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where
Downtown Waukegan
206 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Who
Presented by Legacy Reentry Foundation
Open to all youth and community members
Real Talk About Real Issues
This isn't your typical town hall—this is where authentic conversations happen. We're diving deep into the topics that matter most: gun violence, music culture, relationships, and the daily challenges facing young people in our community. Every voice matters, every story counts, and every perspective helps us understand how to build a safer, stronger future together.
What You'll Experience
Your Voice Heard
Speak openly in a safe, supportive environment where your experiences and perspectives matter
Prizes & Giveaways
Win awesome prizes throughout the evening just for participating and engaging
Free Food
Enjoy complimentary meals and refreshments—no one leaves hungry
Community Connection
Meet others who get it, share stories, and build relationships that last beyond one night
Why This Matters
Every generation faces unique challenges, but this one is navigating uncharted territory. Social media pressure, community violence, economic uncertainty—these aren't abstract issues. They're daily realities. Generation Crashout creates the space where we stop talking about young people and start listening to them. Your insights will shape solutions. Your stories will inspire change. Your presence will prove that when we come together, we're unstoppable.
Break the Silence
Too often, young voices go unheard. This event changes that by putting youth perspectives at the center of community conversations about safety and opportunity.
Build Understanding
Bridge generational gaps by creating dialogue between youth, families, and community leaders who all want the same thing—a thriving future.
Create Solutions
Real change starts with real talk. Your input will directly inform programs, policies, and initiatives that actually address what young people need.
Get Involved
Registration for this event has closed, but the Legacy Reentry Foundation hosts regular community events throughout the year. Stay connected to learn about upcoming opportunities to make your voice heard and be part of the change. Together, we're building a community where every young person has the support, resources, and opportunities they deserve to thrive.