MAP 2021 Impact Report

2021 IMPACT REPORT

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2021 IMPACT REPORT MILLENNIALACTION.ORG

4 Letter from the President 

6 Meet the Team 

8 Our Year at a Glance 

10 Congressional Future Caucus 

14 State Future Caucus Network 

18 Signature Events 

22 Policy & Outreach 

24 National Storytelling 

TABLE OF 

CONTENTS 

26 Making Waves 

28 Organizational Development 

29 Financial Highlights 

30 Theory of Change 

MILLENNIALACTION.ORG 2021 IMPACT REPORT 3

LETTER FROM 

Dear MAP Supporter, 

At the start of last year, our country was at a fork in the road. 

We glimpsed what happens when deep, toxic polarization goes unchecked, and 

understood the threat that these forces pose to the future of our democracy. But 2021 

showed us that we have a choice about what happens next. 

We can choose to give up on the very idea of America — the idea that our diversity is a 

source of strength. On this path, we admit that our differences are too far apart to ever 

reconcile, and that the systemic incentives that sustain and exacerbate those differences are 

too great to correct. We give up trying to form a more perfect union. 

Or, we can choose to heed the warning signs that our democracy is fragile, but it’s worth fighting 

for. MAP and the young legislators in our Future Caucus network chose this path: instead of 

allowing inertia and political convenience to govern their actions, they looked for ways to buck the 

system and do things differently. They demonstrated inclusive problem-solving by building authentic 

relationships across lines of political difference. They embodied the spirit of a diverse democracy by 

assembling coalitions to work on kitchen table issues faced by their communities. And in the end, they 

showed the incredible resiliency, creativity, and collaboration possible among our elected leaders. 

The next generation of policymakers is proving that our democracy’s best days are ahead of us. 

Take MAP’s Congressional Future Caucus, who in January decided to renew their commitment to a set of core 

principles in order to enable effective cross-partisan dialogue, debate, and action. These guidelines served as the 

foundation for the 274 pieces of bipartisan legislation introduced in 2021 by Future Caucus members in Congress. 

Or, look to the young lawmakers in Connecticut, who launched a Future Caucus in early February— marking the 31st 

state to join MAP’s network. These state legislators committed to overcoming polarization during a time when crossparty 

collaboration seemed impossible. 

The appetite for connection only grew throughout 2021: MAP’s bipartisan network increased to over 1,600 young 

legislators; we hosted our biggest Future Summit to date; and we hired six new full time staff members. The result 

of such growth is a dedicated movement — a dynamic network of changemakers with a shared vision for a more 

empathetic, innovative democracy. 

That vision came to life through the many policy ideas our legislators advanced. Legislators collaborated on renewable 

energy solutions, inspired by a MAP report revealing the once-in-a-generation opportunity that microgrids present. 

Young elected leaders successfully championed justice reform in Wisconsin, Colorado, Oregon, Illinois, Oklahoma, and 

Louisiana. And policymakers across the political spectrum came together in public and private forums to learn about 

ways to strengthen our democracy and improve voters’ trust in our electoral systems. 

We are so proud of what we have accomplished together. 2021 proved once again that young people have the power 

to affect positive change, and that the next generation of lawmakers can work together to solve our nation’s urgent 

issues. By investing in young leaders and continuing to build the MAP movement, I believe we can bring transformative 

change to our Congress, states, and communities. Together, we can continue to transform our politics by redefining 

what leadership looks like in this country. 

Thank you for being an indispensable part of MAP’s mission. My first eight months as President & CEO were marked 

by a tremendous appreciation for each of you, and the ways you elevate this movement. Our work is only possible with 

leaders, advisors, volunteers, funders, and supporters like you — and we are honored to have you with us on this journey. 

Onward, 

Layla Zaidane 

President & CEO 

THE PRESI 

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DENT 


MEET 

THE TEAM 

MISSION 

Millennial Action Project has an audacious mission: activate young leaders to 

bridge the partisan divide and transform American politics. Our generation has 

a unique opportunity to forge a new path and lead our nation into the future, 

which is why MAP is committed to activating our nation’s youngest generation of 

leaders and lawmakers. 

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Layla Zaidane 

President & CEO 

Rochelle Colburn 

Chief Operating Officer 

Stacy Lewis 

Senior Director of External Affairs 

Claire Meneer 

Director of Operations 

Amy Eastman 

Director of Development 

Joe Greaney 

Associate Director of 

Policy and Outreach 

Lani Bohm 

Senior Manager of Communication 

& Digital Strategy 

Blaine Volpe 

Senior Manager, 

State Caucus Network 

Kate Griesemer 

Senior Manager, 

State Caucus Network 

Murphy Walsh 

Senior Policy Coordinator 

Alexa Whaley 

Media Coordinator 

Hannah Ryans 

Assistant to the CEO and Special 

Projects Coordinator 

Sam Sherwood 

Policy Coordinator 

BOARD OF ADVISORS 

The Honorable Olympia Snowe 

Former U.S. Senator of Maine 

The Honorable Bill Bradley 

Former U.S. Senator of New Jersey 

The Honorable Jon Huntsman, Jr. 

16th Governor of Utah 

Former U.S. Ambassador to China 

The Honorable Aneesh Chopra 

Former U.S. Chief Technology 

Officer 

The Honorable Barbara Lawton 

43rd Lieutenant Governor of 

Wisconsin 

Congressman Carlos Curbelo 

Former U.S. Representative, FL-24 

Congressman Chris Gibson 

Former U.S. Representative, NY-19 

Ambassador Donald Gips 

Albright Stonebridge Group 

Former U.S. Ambassador to South 

Africa 

Dr. Jeremi Suri 

University of Texas-Austin 

Dr. Peter Levine 

Center for Information & 

Research on Civic Learning and 

Engagement, Tufts University 

Shawn Golhar 

Barclays 

Kari Dunn Saratovsky 

Third Plateau Social Impact 

Strategies 

Thione Niang 

Give1Project 

EMERITUS ADVISORS 

The Honorable Jennifer M. 

Granholm 

47th Governor of Michigan 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

Nick Maschari 

Mission North 

Shane Bateman 

Murmuration 

David Burd 

Heidrick & Struggles 

Laurie Schultz Heim 

U.S. Intitute of Peace (Ret.) 

Ellen Kim 

Turnaround Advisor 

Maryfrances Metrick 

M Metrick Advisory 

David Rokeach 

Boston Consulting Group 

Nancy Roman 

Partnership for Healthier America 

Erica Williams 

Kirkland & Ellis 

Rachel Pearson 

Pearson & Associates 

Layla Zaidane 

President & CEO, MAP 


OUR YEAR AT 

A GLANCE 

1600+ 

Legislators engaged 

1 

New 

State 

Future 

Caucus 

launched 

3 1 

State Future 

Caucuses 

1 5 

Policy 

products 

released 

6 

State 

legislators 

awarded in 

the 4th annual 

Rising Star 

Awards 

2 7 

Bipartisan convenings 

with legislators and 

staffers held 

133% 

Increase in 

press hits 

8 


274 

Pieces of bipartisan 

congressional legislation were 

introduced by CFC members 

33% 

Increase in 

MAP program 

participants 

36 


congressional 

legislation introduced 

by CFC members 

passed the house 

7 9 

State 

legislators 

at MAP’s 

5th annual 

Future 

Summit 

6 

New MAP 

staff roles 

created and 

filled 

87.6 

MILLION 

Americans are 

represented in 

Congress by 

Millennials 


CONGRESSIONAL 

FUTURE 

CAUCUS 

The Congressional Future Caucus (CFC) is our nation’s first and only bipartisan caucus for young members 

of Congress. The Caucus brings young members together across partisan lines to practice empathetic 

leadership, identify cross-partisan opportunities, and make constructive governance a norm in Congress. 

In the face of unprecedented challenges to civility and a productive working environment in Congress, 

members of the CFC continued to buckle down and prioritize solution to hyper-partisanship. Members 

of the CFC rallied around continuing to aggressively fight the pandemic and account for its impact on 

American society such as public wellbeing, the changing definition of work, supply-chain challenges, and 

more. Beyond COVID-19, CFC members formally agreed to hold themselves accountable to a standard 

of trust — pledging to cooperate, respect, and show compassion for one another — to help them build 

stronger working relationships. 

2021 CFC CO-CHAIRS 

“ 

Millennials are severely underrepresented in federally elected positions. 

Millennials are the future, and it is imperative that we have legislators 

who are equipped to represent the challenges and priorities specific to 

this generation. The Congressional Future Caucus is the beating heart 

of this effort, and I am proud to serve as Co-Chair of such a forwardthinking, 

constructive, and productive group. 

— Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT-01), 2021 Congressional Future Caucus Co-Chair 

As one of the youngest Members of Congress, I am working every day 

to make government more responsive to the concerns of millennials 

and young people. I’m proud to serve as the Democratic Co-Chair 

of the Congressional Future Caucus to do just that – focusing on the 

issues that uniquely affect young Americans and ones that younger 

generations, regardless of political party, have rallied around. 

— Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA-53), 2021 Congressional Future Caucus Co-Chair 

Rep. Blake Moore 

(R-UT-01) 

Rep. Sara Jacobs 

(D-CA-53) 

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CFC EVENTS 

GENERATION ROUNDTABLE FORUM 

MAP partnered with BridgeUSA to present 

the Generation Roundtable Forum. 

Two of our Emeritus CFC Co-Chairs, 

Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy 

(D-FL-07) and Former Congressman 

Carlos Curbelo (R-FL-26), discussed 

climate change, economic mobility, and 

democracy reform. 

CFC 

BY THE 

NUMBERS 

31 M 

Americans 

represented by CFC 

members 

274 


congressional 



AMERICAN DREAM BRIEFING & ROUNDTABLE: MILLENNIAL AND 

GEN Z PERSPECTIVES 

MAP also convened members of Congress and senior staffers for a briefing 

and roundtable discussion with pollster and media personality Kristen Soltis 

Anderson and the Walton Family Foundation. The event explored recent 

research into young Americans’ political and social attitudes and reflected on 

the unique duties of young members of Congress. 

41 

CFC Members 

36 


congressional 



passed the house 

4 

Caucus Covenings 

CFC CONVENES TO ADDRESS EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES, NATIONAL 

SECURITY, AND THE RULE OF LAW 

The CFC convened over dinner to discuss emerging technology and 

national security. Three Members of Congress joined us: Rep. Blake Moore, 

Rep. Sara Jacobs, and Rep. Victoria Spartz. We brought in experts on the 

topic, including representatives from the Center for Security and Emerging 

Technologies, the RAND Corporation, R Street Institute, and the Library of 

Congress to drive the conversation on where the US stands, the challenges 

we face, and where we’re heading. Young people have a unique advantage in 

solving our country’s greatest technological and security challenges, and this 

group is at the forefront. 

2 

Pieces of 

legislation 

signed into law 


LEGISLATIVE IMPACT: 

H.R. 1502: THE MICROLOAN IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2021 

This bill, introduced by Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ-3) and cosponsored 

by Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-NY-2), modifies the 

Small Business Administration’s microloan program to provide 

more opportunities for flexible lines of credit to qualified 

small businesses with an emphasis on providing support to 

underserved communities and states. 

H.R. 4055: AMERICAN CYBERSECURITY LITERACY ACT 

To address the critical need of expanding awareness and 

disseminating cybersecurity best practices, this bipartisan 

bill from Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL-16) directs the National 

Telecommunications and Information Administration to 

conduct a cybersecurity literacy campaign with the goal of 

reducing risk to individuals, businesses, and communities alike. 

H.R. 3283: TO REPEAL THE JOINT RESOLUTION 

This effort, spearheaded by Rep. Peter Meijer (R-MI-3), 

repeals a never-invoked, longstanding resolution that 

provided for the use of certain funds for military and 

other purposes in the Middle East. With significant 

bipartisan support, particularly among young 

legislators and members of the Future Caucus, this 

bill signifies an effort to turn a new page in American 

foreign policy and military engagements overseas, 

and represents an important step in establishing 

a new generation of congressional oversight of 

spending and military priorities. 

H.R. 1693: EQUAL ACT 

This important bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. 

Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY-8) eliminates the sentencing 

disparity between drug offenses involving crack 

cocaine and powder cocaine. With significant 

bipartisan support, this bill marks a critical step 

towards eliminating racialized disparities in the 

criminal justice system. 

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MILLENNIAL ACTION STAFF ASSOCIATION 

Since its launch in 2019, the Millennial Action Staff Association (MASA) has been a space 

for CFC staffers to build relationships across party lines, learn from their peers and outside 

experts, and cultivate a connection between offices. 

270+ 

Members in MASA 

11 

Legislative digests 

developed and delivered 

6 

Convenings to discuss topics such as 

COVID-19, D.C. statehood, data privacy, 

and artificial intelligence 

Elizabeth Barczak 

Legislative Counsel, Rep. 

Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH) 

Sammi Goldsmith 

Legislative Assistant, Rep. 

Haley Stevens (D-MI) 

Devon Murphy 

Military Legislative Assistant, 

Rep. Blake Moore 

(R-UT) 

Jordan Nasif 

Legislative Correspondent, 

Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA) 

“ 

I’m proud to have been a Co-Chair of the Millennial Action Staff 

Association during 2021. Whether digging into policy discussions, 

attending a professional development session, or just getting 

together for a happy hour, MASA is a place to come together 

in bipartisan groups to get to know one another and form the 

relationships that help us do the real work of Congress: building 

consensus around solutions. 

— Devon Murphy, Senior Defense Policy Advisor, Rep. Blake Moore 


STATE 

FUTURE 

CAUCUS 

NETWORK 

In 2021, the State Future Caucus Network 

(SFCN) grew to encompass 31 states, and 

MAP staff adopted a hybrid online and 

in-person approach to build and maintain 

relationships with Future Caucuses and 

individual legislators. Even under challenging 

political conditions and amid the ongoing 

pandemic, MAP was able to adapt strategy 

and programming to uplift young legislators 

who are committed to transcending party lines. 

In addition to the 31 Future Caucuses that 

have launched in states across the country, 

MAP strives to directly support more 

than 1,600 young legislators with policy 

resources, opportunities to connect with 

experts and one another, and professional 

trainings. Legislative highlights from Future 

Caucuses during the past year include 

innovative policy solutions to address critical 

issues such as democracy reform, dignity 

for incarcerated women, access to affordable 

higher education, support for first time home 

buyers, and talent retention. MAP is inspired 

to see how SFCN members joined together to 

put policy over party during this difficult time, 

and we look forward to continuing this work. 

Young state 

Attendees at SFCN 

1600+ 400+ 31 

legislators engaged 

webinars hosted by MAP 

State Future 

Caucuses 

State legislators awarded 

Quarterly Network newsletters 

Virtual 

17 6 4 

NEW 

in the fourth annual Rising 

delivered to the young state 

Convenings 

Star Awards 

legislators in the Network 

Future 

Caucus 

launched 

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NEW CAUCUS: CONNECTICUT 

In March 2021, we launched and celebrated a major 

milestone for the SFCN: the 31st State Future Caucus. 

The Connecticut Future Caucus is led by bipartisan 

co-chairs: Rep. Devin Carney (R) and Rep. John-Michael 

Parker (D); and vice-chairs: Sen. Paul Cicarella (R) and 

Rep. Jillian Gilchrest (D). 

In October, the Caucus 

took part in a monthly 

conversation series 

hosted by the Hartford 

Young Professionals 

& Entrepreneurs Civic 

Engagement Committee. 

These young legislators 

discussed actions the Future 

Caucus is taking to help 

young business leaders 

thrive in Connecticut and 

to represent young people 

across the political spectrum. 

CONNECTICUT FUTURE 

CAUCUS POLICY 

PRIORITIES: 

Climate 

Education 

Community 

Development 

Civic 

Engagement 

I’m thrilled for this opportunity to help lead Connecticut’s 

“ 

new Future Caucus and to work with my colleagues across 

the aisle on critical issues facing future generations. Whether 

in our communities or in the legislature, there’s so much more 

that we agree on than the typical political narratives would 

suggest—and that’s where we’ll come up with the creative 

approaches to solve our biggest challenges. From climate to 

education to community development, we’ve got to bring 

new energy and new ideas to the entrenched issues hanging 

over all of our futures, and I can’t wait to work with the 

members of this bipartisan caucus to encourage expanded 

civic engagement and help move Connecticut forward. 

— Connecticut State Rep. John-Michael Parker 


PASSING THE 

T O R C H 

MAP helped recruit, 

announce, and onboard new 

and returning Future Caucus 

leaders in key states in 2021 

ARKANSAS 

Representatives Aaron Pilkington (R-69) and Jamie Scott (D-37) 

ILLINOIS 

Representatives Barbara Hernandez (D-83) and David Welter (R-75) 

KANSAS 

Representatives Tory Marie Arnberger-Blew (R-112), Rui Xu (D-25), 

Brandon Woodard (D-30), and Nick Hoheisel (R-97) 

LOUISIANA 

Representatives Jason Hughes (D-100) and Thomas Pressly (R-6) 

OKLAHOMA 

Senator Carri Hicks (D-40), Senator John Michael Montgomery (R-32), 

Representative Ajay Pittman (D-99), and Representative Judd Strom (R-10) 

TENNESSEE 

Representative Michael Curcio (R-69) and Senator Raumesh Akbari (D-29) 

Sen. Akbari and Rep. Curcio appeared on WKRN News 2 TV to discuss 

their efforts working together — across the aisle — on issues such as 

criminal justice reform and education, putting their constituents and 

state above party. 

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LEGISLATIVE IMPACT 

ARKANSAS HB1793 

Arkansas Future Caucus pursues justice within 

correctional and detention facilities 

This bipartisan bill, sponsored by Arkansas Future 

Caucus Co-chairs Reps. Scott (D) and Pilkington (R), 

requires correctional and detention facilities to establish 

a policy to offer mammograms to and consultations to 

females of certain ages. 

COLORADO HB21-1315 

Criminal Justice Reform Advisory Council members reform court fines and fees 

Reps. Leslie Herod (D) and Matt Soper (R) worked to remove several administrative fees, costs, and surcharges paid 

by juveniles, parents, or guardians in juvenile detention cases. Costs removed include those for juveniles’ medical care, 

fees for applying for court counsel, and costs of prosecution. 

CONNECTICUT SB975 

Connecticut Future Caucus members strengthen the rights of long-term care residents 

This bipartisan bill strengthens rights of long-term care residents and authorizes use of 

resident technology. This bill has been signed into law by the Governor! 

Building relationships across the aisle is vital in order to be a more effective 

legislator in Hartford. I am pleased that as chair of the Aging Committee and 

a member of the Connecticut Future Caucus, we were able to leverage those 

relationships to secure strong bipartisan support for the measures we brought to 

the House floor impacting state seniors. I am grateful to MAP for their continued 

support and work connecting and uplifting young legislators like me. 

— Connecticut State Rep. Quentin “Q” Phipps 

ILLINOIS HB3317 

Illinois Future Caucus creates a Domestic Violence Task Force 

Reps. Barbara Hernandez (D) and David Welter (R) drove forward legislation which creates the Domestic Violence Task 

Force to establish a consistent, uniform statewide system to protect victims and survivors of domestic violence, while 

holding offenders accountable. 

KANSAS HB2187 

Kansas Future Caucus endorses first-time home buyers savings account act 

On May 18th, Governor Laura Kelly signed into law HB 2187 — endorsed and sponsored by the Kansas Future Caucus 

— which enacted the first-time home buyer savings account act. 


SIGNATURE 

EVENTS 

5 TH ANNUAL FUTURE SUMMIT 

On July 29-30, 2021 Millennial Action Project hosted its fifth annual 

Future Summit. MAP hosted the event virtually, which allowed a diverse 

group of speakers to get involved and more legislators than ever to 

attend. A bipartisan group of 79 state legislators from 36 states and 

one territory convened to hear from expert speakers, participate in 

bridge-building breakout sessions, and evaluate tactics to foster a more 

collaborative governing culture in their statehouses. The Future Summit 

serves as an invaluable opportunity for these elected officials to convene 

around issues that impact America’s present and future. 

415k+ 

#2021FutureSummit 

Digital impressions 

79 

Record legislators in 

attendance 

37 

Record states and 

territories represented 

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, 

Florida, Georgia, Hawai’i, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, 

Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, 

Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, 

Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, 

Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Guam 

Future Summit provides a real opportunity 

to connect with legislative colleagues 

from across the country, discussing 

bipartisanship, important policies issues, 

and the need to work together to solve 

today’s challenges. 

— Asm. Michael Lawler (R-NY) 

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POLICY PRIORITIES 

STRENGTHENING OUR DEMOCRACY 

Emerging Civic Technologies & the Future of American Elections 

SKILLS, START-UPS, AND SUPPLY 

Catalyzing Innovation and Expanding Opportunity in your Communities 

PREVENTING A LOST FUTURE 

Leveraging Pandemic Momentum in Criminal Justice Reform 

A NEW FORECAST 

Responding to Changing Energy Dynamics for a More Resilient Future 

FEATURING WHITE HOUSE 

OFFICIALS AND SNAPCHAT 

CEO, EVAN SPIEGEL 

Future Summit kicked off 

with the Aspen Institute’s 

Better Arguments Project, 

holding a workshop on 

taking winning off the table to have more 

productive conversations. 

President and CEO of Millennial Action Project, 

Layla Zaidane, sat down for a fireside chat with 

Evan Spiegel, Co-founder and CEO of Snap Inc. 

Legislators tuned in for a morning plenary 

address from White House officials Julie Chávez 

Rodriguez, Director of Intergovernmental 

Affairs, and Gabe Uy, Associate Director of 

Intergovernmental Affairs. 

*This event was not sponsored by the White House. 

The Future Summit was an amazing venue to engage 

with legislators across the aisle and across the 

country about the greatest challenges facing our 

generation. The event offered solutions focused 

discussions and strategies to build a path out of this 

period of partisan division. 

— Rep. David LeBoeuf (D-MA) 


2021 RISING STAR AWARDS 

The Rising Star Award highlights 

young leaders — one Republican 

and one Democrat — and their 

contributions to the State Future 

Caucus Network (SFCN) over 

the last year. It aims to celebrate 

SFCN members who embody 

MAP’s vision of transcending 

political division. The Rising 

Star Award honors leaders who 

take initiative in shepherding 

bipartisan legislation that 

addresses priority issues in 

today’s political climate. 

RISING STARS 

State Representative 

Devin Carney (R-CT) 

State Representative 

Jamie Scott (D-AR) 

I am honored to be chosen by the Millennial Action Project and I love that we share the same mission 

to find common ground with our adversaries. In my service to the Arkansas legislature and as a young 

woman of color, I have led by example to build relationships across party and demographic aisles to 

wage inclusive efforts to pass meaningful legislation. I believe our generation needs to be the change 

we have been waiting on. Our generation owes a great debt to the ones that came before us. I cannot 

think of a better way to repay that obligation than by working across partisan and racial divides to 

solve the great challenges of the 21st century. It is time to reunite these great states of America. 

— Rep. Jamie Scott 

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CHERISSE EATMON COLLECTIVE IMPACT AWARD: 

KANSAS 

For four years, Cherisse Eatmon brought tenacity, grace, and leadership to MAP 

as our State Future Caucus Network Director. We mourn her unexpected passing 

in 2020, and continue to honor her legacy through presenting the second annual 

Cherisse Eatmon Collective Impact Award. 

The Cherisse Eatmon Collective Impact Award recognizes an outstanding state 

caucus for their future-focused leadership and political bridge-building. MAP 

proudly presented the award to the Kansas Future Caucus, which is led by Kansas 

State Representatives: 

Rep. Tory Marie 

Arnberger-Blew (R) 

Rep. Rui 

Xu (D) 

Rep. Nick 

Hoheisel (R) 

Rep. Brandon 

Woodard (D) 

NEW 

Future Caucus bill 

passed 

SERVE TOGETHER: NATIONAL WEEK 

OF POST-PARTISAN ACTION 

MAP created a National Week of Post-Partisan Action (NWPA) in 2020. The 

annual week of action provides a venue for young leaders of all stripes — from 

congresspeople to state legislators to active citizens — to model good-faith 

conversations and promote a new post-partisan political culture. 

The second annual National Week of Post-Partisan Action was held March 15- 

19, 2021. Over five days, MAP’s network of young lawmakers demonstrated 

sincere commitment to building a new narrative of collaborative problem-solving. 

Connecticut state legislators unveiled the 31st chapter of the State Future Caucus 

Network, Congressional Future Caucus emeritus co-chairs reflected on their 

experiences with post-partisanship at the federal level; women state legislator 

leaders discussed women’s leadership in collaborative policymaking; and social 

media saw a buzz of enthusiastic post-partisan discussion among young state 

legislators from across the country and political spectrum. 

1.8 MILLION 

Digital 

impressions on 

#MAPservestogether 

and #MAPchat 

7.5 MILLION 

Americans 

represented by 

participating 

legislators 


POLICY & OUTREACH 

Throughout the year, MAP mobilized leaders in our network to strengthen our democratic institutions, bring 

equity to our justice systems, build more resilient communities through improved energy infrastructure, and 

reimagine the future of work. Innovative policy solutions are a powerful tool to bridge political divides, especially 

amongst young legislators, and MAP supports this critical work by: sourcing notable legislative approaches, 

disseminating best practices, convening subject matter experts, and facilitating dialogue amongst policymakers 

on issues of critical importance. 

SPOTLIGHT: STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY 

EXPLORING RANKED CHOICE VOTING 

ENSURING ELECTION RESILIENCY 

Convened legislators and experts from Utah, 

Virginia, Alaska, and New Mexico to address 

how ranked choice voting measures can be 

an effective nonpartisan tool to form a more 

representative government 

4 

1 

Equipped young legislators with “Post-2020 

Election Talking Points” to rebuild faith in 

the security of American elections 

DRAWING THE LINES 

3 

2 

CURATING ELECTION POLICIES 

Engaged experts from the Campaign 

Legal Center to help young legislators 

understand the history, need, and process 

for redistricting as well as identify legislative 

solutions to draw more fair maps 

Identified bipartisan legislative packages 

that address issues relating to election 

security and ballot access to inspire and 

share effective practices across state lines 

In April, four members of the Illinois Future Caucus convened 

a town hall, inviting constituents to get civically engaged and 

emphasizing the importance of building bipartisan coalitions to 

restore faith in our democratic institutions. 

MILESTONE: PURSUING JUSTICE 

The Criminal Justice Reform Advisory Council celebrates one year 

The Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) Advisory Council set out to educate, engage, and mobilize 

young state legislators across our network to work to improve the criminal justice system through: 

Sentencing Reform | Court Fees and Fine | Recidivism Reduction | Justice Reinvestment 

Led by Representative Leslie Herod (D-CO) and Speaker Pro Tempore Tanner Magee (R-LA), the 

CJR Advisory Council mobilized legislators in Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, Wisconsin, Colorado, 

Oregon, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Louisiana by successfully identifying, supporting, and advancing 

14 legislative actions. 

Co-Chair | Rep. Leslie 

Herod (D-CO) 

Co-Chair | Speaker 

Pro Tempore Tanner 

Magee (R-LA) 

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42 

States and Congress 

tracked for developments 

in policy and legislation 

15 

Policy resources 

published 

13 

Virtual policy 

convenings held 

NEW 

Resource campaign 

on Strengthening 

Democracy 

POLICY PARTNERSHIPS 

In 2021, MAP deepened collaborations with stakeholders and leaders to advance solutions 

in issue areas critical to the youngest generations of Americans. From think tanks to 

institutions of higher learning, and others driving the pursuit of solutions forward, we 

invested in relationships that will allow leaders of the future to build a more representative 

government, strengthen local economies, and create thriving communities. 

Our partnerships helped explore questions big and small, from measuring the impact 

of next-generation technologies on jobs and climate resiliency, to uplifting stories of 

people who have benefited from efforts to improve outcomes in the criminal justice 

system, how to depolarize election policy debates and focus on pragmatic solutions, and 

more. Together, we ensure that MAP is on the cutting edge of discovering, testing, and 

amplifying the solutions that will bring together diverse coalitions and help solve our 

biggest challenges. 

MAP X FUTURE OF WORK 

In 2021, MAP partnered with the Kauffman Foundation to raise the visibility of barriers to entrepreneurs and 

small businesses that can be solved through good legislation. Additionally, MAP laid the groundwork to launch 

a new Future of Work policy vertical with support from the Omidyar Network. We look forward to seeing this 

program evolve in 2022. 

MAP X MICROGRIDS 

MAP commissioned a report, alongside the Civil Society Institute and RMI, showing the lasting impact on local 

economies and job growth from investing in renewable energy, battery storage and controls for microgrids. The 

culmination of this once-in-a-generation report is a result of years working together with these institutions and a 

shared commitment to clean energy and a sustainable environment. 


NATIONAL 

STORYTELLING 

850+ 

New Email Subscribers 

133 % 

Press Hits 

27 % 

1.4 MILLION 

New Social Media Followers 

All time views on YouTube 

(Compared to 2020) 

STORYTELLING THROUGH OPINION-EDITORIALS 

In 2021, we turned to publishing op-eds to uplift our legislators’ voices 

and educate the public about what a truly inclusive democracy looks like. 

In addition, the Fulcrum publication began featuring monthly columns by 

MAP, and we helped to place legislator-authored op-eds throughout the 

year in local outlets. 

Highest performing Tweet 

65k impressions | 626 engagements 

Highest performing Instagram post 

54.3k views | 577likes | 11 shares | 7 saves 

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PRESS FEATURES 

SPECTRUM NEWS: 

In March, MAP’s President & CEO Layla Zaidane was featured 

on Spectrum News for an episode of In Focus with Loretta 

Boniti on Millennials in public office. During the interview, 

she spoke on MAP’s mission and theory of change: 

“When you put the issues as a future versus 

past, and not just a left versus right, you 

can create a lot of change.” 


MAKING WAVES 

#OURAMERICANFABRIC: INSTAGRAM LIVE SERIES 

In 2021, we launched a series of live conversations held on Instagram to 

celebrate “Our American Fabric.” Because the Millennial generation is 

America’s most diverse generation, each month, MAP invited young legislators 

from across the country to share their story! Through heritage months, cultural 

celebrations, and historic events, this series amplifies the stories and voices of 

our generation’s leaders. 

1,700+ 20 

Instagram 

accounts reached 

Legislator 

participants 

8 

Episodes 

FEATURED PODCASTS 

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...ACROSS INTERNATIONAL WATERS 

Bridge-Building Across Borders 

In October, MAP was honored to have nominated two young state legislators 

through the New Bridge Program that were chosen to travel to Germany and 

Belgium. Indeed, our nation’s leading bridge-builders — despite being the 

youngest in their legislatures — are doing just that across the political aisle in their 

legislatures and across the pond to improve transatlantic relations. 

...ACROSS INDUSTRIES 

Data Talks 

A recently published WalletHub study utilizes the Millennial Action Project’s Future 

Caucuses to measure millennial civic engagement and overall quality of life in each 

state. The presence of a Future Caucus was an indicator of high civic engagement 

and favorable living conditions. 

...THROUGH A NEW GENERATION OF LEADERS 

The Ronald Reagan Institute’s Leadership and the American Presidency 

In July, President & CEO Layla Zaidane spoke to the summer cohort of The Ronald 

Reagan Institute’s Leadership and the American Presidency. The cohort was made 

up of college students from around the country who are in Washington D.C. to 

garner experiences in government, business, and nonprofit organizations. 

National Citizen Leadership Conference 

On a panel at the third National Citizen Leadership Conference, Layla Zaidane 

discussed electoral reform and political bridge-building in a larger conversation 

about empowering voters, diminishing destructive partisanship, and renewing 

civic engagement. 

UPSWELL 

Layla Zaidane presented at the Upswell Conference, hosted by Independent 

Sector. She spoke about how MAP is on the offensive to make progress toward a 

more just and inclusive America, and how to inspire young legislators to stay the 

course in this bridge-building endeavor. 

Rutgers University 

Alongside Kansas Future Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Rui Xu, Layla Zaidane spoke to 

students of the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University’s Legislative 

Policymaking class. The students, many of whom intern on both sides of the aisle 

in the New Jersey Assembly, asked about Future Caucus legislative successes, and 

how to remove toxic dialogue from our political process. 

...THROUGH THOUGHT LEADERSHIP 

Partnership for American Democracy: Advisory Council 

Layla Zaidane proudly joined the Advisory Council of the Partnership for American 

Democracy, a national nerve center driving attention, energy, and resources to 

efforts strengthening democracy in America. 

Walton Family Foundation 

Demonstrating philanthropy’s growing attention to the need to invest in civic 

bridge-building programs, the Walton Family Foundation invited MAP to share 

insights on how to build a more functional democracy. Levering their own 

powerful platform, they highlighted MAP’s unique approach and impact on the 

next generation of leaders. 


ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

6 

3 

2 

MAP 

2 

new 

new full-time staff members hired 

facilitated Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) training 

sessions completed 

staff retreats hosted 

members to the Board of Directors 

NEW 

NEW 

NEW 

initiative launched to develop 5-year Strategic Plan 

professional development stipends provided for staff 

EDI Committee launched 

The Board of Directors started their search to replace 

MAP’s founder, Steven Olikara, in September 2020. 

They engaged the firm LeaderFit to conduct a thorough 

executive search and worked with MAP stakeholders and 

staff members to find the perfect leader to shepherd MAP 

through this next big chapter. Layla Zaidane was officially 

announced MAP’s CEO in April 2021. 

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 

2021 AT A GLANCE 

REVENUE 

Major Gifts 

$200K 

In-Kind 

$90K 

Corporate 

$70K 

TOTAL $1.55M 

Foundations 

$1.17M 

Individuals 

$8K 

Board 

$16K 

EXPENSES 

Admin 

10% 

Development 

14% 

Programs & 

Services 

76% 


THE MOMENT 

FOR CHANGE 

IS NOW 

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THEORY OF 

CHANGE 


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