Started in 2009, Growing Up Boulder* is now one of the most comprehensive
child-friendly city initiatives in the United States. It has inspired municipal leaders, educators and community advocates from around the world. We pride ourselves on meaningful, inclusive, place-based programming and engagements that connect local youth with opportunities to provide critical input on matters of city planning, education, sustainability, social justice and human rights. |
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Our MissionTo empower Boulder’s young people with
opportunities for inclusion, influence, and deliberation on local issues which affect their lives. |
“Growing Up Boulder’s expertise and impact on child participation in urban planning continues
to inspire UNICEF USA. We are grateful to have their partnership in building a movement to
re-imagine cities fit for children and fit for all.”
- Danielle Goldberg, Director of Advocacy and Engagement, Child-Friendly City Initiative (CFCI) Lead UNICEF USA
Placemaking Pioneers
In 2019, Growing Up Boulder embarked upon a year-long process to co-create the
nation's first, printed, bilingual, child-friendly city map.
nation's first, printed, bilingual, child-friendly city map.
News & Updates
Meet Our Amazing Director & Co-Founder Mara MintzerMeet our amazing director and co-founder Mara Minzter through her Voyage Denver interview! Click here to read about the work she does through Growing Up Boulder, her co-authored book, TEDx talk, and more of her story!
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Britannica for Parents: "Are cities built for me?"Growing Up Boulder was honored in Encyclopedia Britannica's Raising Curious Learners podcast, where our very own Mara Mintzer inspired listeners to take a closer look at the value of youth in our communities. Listen by clicking the play button above, or clicking here.
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Lerato Osnes Receives the "2020 Women
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