Join a Member-Leader Cohort!

Looking to build your skills, gain leadership experience, and make a tangible impact in your communities? The Washington Bus operates several youth-led Cohorts and Leadership Councils that serve as the governing bodies of our organization.

Consider joining one today!

Culture Lab Board
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Culture Lab Board

Culture Lab is the Washington Bus’ cultural and media arm—co-run by a core team of Bus staff and members of the Culture Lab Board, a member-led leadership council. Culture Lab is entirely youth-led, and seeks to directly invest in and intentionally uplift youth arts, youth culture, and youth stories.

Positions are Open for 2026.

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Trans & Queer & Allied Youth Frontline Defense Council
The Washington Bus, Youth Endorsement Council, Electoral Bailey Medilo The Washington Bus, Youth Endorsement Council, Electoral Bailey Medilo

Trans & Queer & Allied Youth Frontline Defense Council

The Trans & Queer & Allied Youth Frontline Defense Council (Or TQA Defense Council for Short) is a formation of member-leaders from the Washington Bus who lead and ground our youth-led campaign to defeat Let’s Go Washington’s Anti-Trans & Anti-Queer initiatives.

Positions are Open for 2026.

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