In the digital age, the potential of young people is immense and largely untapped. With the right tools and support, they can become innovators, leaders, and change-makers. Leveraging digital and community-based solutions is key to unlocking this potential. Club Stride is integrating technology with community engagement to empower youth and foster their development for college and career. Since 2016, Club Stride Inc. has engaged youth in digital communication strategies and trained interconnected networks of youth to cultivate collective power for civic action.  Our programs are based on a healing-centered, mindfulness-based, social emotional learning curriculum that models effective problem solving and utilizes media technology as a framework for advancing health equity.  We wholeheartedly believe in the incredible potential of our youth.  We also believe that youth will play an important role in advancing health equity into and throughout the digital age.   We’re on a mission to equip these young change-makers with the digital tools they will need to lead the transformation of the future.  Digital technology offers unprecedented opportunities for youth empowerment. It provides access to information, learning resources, and platforms for self-expression and innovation. Here are some ways that we are using digital tools to unlock youth potential: Educational Platforms: Online courses and digital libraries are making education more accessible, allowing young people to learn at their own pace and according to their interests. Social Media and Networking: These platforms enable youth to connect, share ideas, and collaborate on projects, regardless of geographical boundaries. Digital Entrepreneurship: Online marketplaces and business tools are empowering young people to start and grow their own businesses.  While digital tools are powerful, the role of community cannot be understated. Community engagement provides the necessary human interaction, mentoring, and support.  What makes Club Stride programs most effective is that we combine digital and community-based approaches.  Unlocking the potential of young people requires a balanced approach that combines the power of digital tools with the impact of community engagement.  By addressing the challenges and harnessing the strengths of both, we empower youth to be the architects of their future and active contributors to society.  The journey towards this goal is complex, but the rewards - a more innovative, engaged, and capable generation - are well worth the effort.