Upcoming Events
The Art of Student Power: Telling Our Story
Join us to share, celebrate, and contribute to the real stories behind our work to build student power in RI! This is a special opportunity to stand in solidarity with youth leaders, connect with our community of supporters, and contribute to our collective vision. The event will include powerful storytelling, inspiring student art and performances, collaborative visioning and community building, and delicious refreshments.
Reclaim & Recreate
Join us on April 10th for Reclaim & Recreate — a community upcycling event as we re-open the clothing closet and kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Learn about Denim Day, create your own denim tote or plush keychain, and connect with community through creativity and conversation.
Bring denim to donate or upcycle 💙
2:45–6 PM | All youth welcome
401Gives
401Gives is Rhode Island’s largest statewide day of giving. Individuals, organizations, and communities come together to support nonprofits that make a difference across the state. At PSU, we are taking this as a moment to amplify youth voices and invest in student leadership.
This year, our goal is ambitious and so is our vision. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to PSU, this is your chance to be part of something big.
401Gives Kickoff
Get ready for our biggest 401Gives campaign yet with an evening of fun, community, and making a difference!
This is your chance to join our biggest 401Gives effort yet (and have a good time doing so)! We are gathering at Track 15 for a fun and energizing kick-off for our 401Gives campaign. Come dressed in green for St. Patrick’s Day, learn about how to support student leaders through 401Gives, and connect with other supporters. The first 50 guests will get a free drink, thanks to Track 15's generous support!
Art & Design Task Force
We are leaders who call it what it is! We are a collective that is open to all levels of youth artists and is a space to support local organizing efforts in PVD. Meetings are held Friday from 4:30-5:30 pm. We do everything related to visual storytelling at PSU! Some examples are:
art builds
banner making
hosting art workshops
murals
merch design
Political Education Task Force
Political Education works to empower young people with knowledge and critical thinking. We fill in the gaps where the education system fails us, such as covering ethnic history and discussing current politics. There are various ways for youth to get involved. You can join meetings, help with outreach, events, actions and more!
Fundraising Committee
The Fundraising Events & Initiatives Committee supports the development and execution of PSU’s fundraising events and initiatives. We welcome the PSU Board, Youth Leadership Team, other staff, and committed volunteers. Meetings are held every other Tuesday from 5 - 6:30 pm at PSU or virtually. We also have tasks that can be completed outside of the meeting time.
Black History Month Movie Night
Come watch, learn, and earn! Our February movie night explores themes of anti-blackness, power, wealth and using blackness as a commodity. The movie night also seeks to celebrate black talents and black power. We will be screening “Get Out” Directed by Jordan Peele.
Art & Design Task Force
We are leaders who call it what it is! We are a collective that is open to all levels of youth artists and is a space to support local organizing efforts in PVD. Meetings are held Friday from 4:30-5:30 pm. We do everything related to visual storytelling at PSU! Some examples are:
art builds
banner making
hosting art workshops
murals
merch design
Political Education Task Force
Political Education works to empower young people with knowledge and critical thinking. We fill in the gaps where the education system fails us, such as covering ethnic history and discussing current politics. There are various ways for youth to get involved. You can join meetings, help with outreach, events, actions and more!
Fundraising Committee
The Fundraising Events & Initiatives Committee supports the development and execution of PSU’s fundraising events and initiatives. We welcome the PSU Board, Youth Leadership Team, other staff, and committed volunteers. Meetings are held every other Tuesday from 5 - 6:30 pm at PSU or virtually. We also have tasks that can be completed outside of the meeting time.
OurSchoolsPVD Member Meeting
OurSchoolsPVD Member Meetings are back! Open to all youth in PPSD and across the state interested in learning more about Ethnic Studies & Education Justice. See you on Tuesday Feb 10, 4-6PM at Providence Student Union.
RSVP at bit.ly/OSPVDSpring26 & share with your friends.
Art & Design Task Force
We are leaders who call it what it is! We are a collective that is open to all levels of youth artists and is a space to support local organizing efforts in PVD. Meetings are held Friday from 4:30-5:30 pm. We do everything related to visual storytelling at PSU! Some examples are:
art builds
banner making
hosting art workshops
murals
merch design
Political Education Task Force
Political Education works to empower young people with knowledge and critical thinking. We fill in the gaps where the education system fails us, such as covering ethnic history and discussing current politics. There are various ways for youth to get involved. You can join meetings, help with outreach, events, actions and more!
ICE OUT, National Shutdown Walkout
STUDENTS OF PPSD: WALK OUT FOR JUSTICE
This Friday at 1 pm, students across Providence Public School District will walk out to speak out against the injustices of ICE and to stand in solidarity with Minneapolis, which has called for a nationwide shutdown in response to ongoing violence and harm caused by federal immigration enforcement.
This is a peaceful, student-led action to demand accountability, dignity, and humanity for immigrant communities.
📍 When: Friday, 1 PM; Meet at 797 Westminster St at 1:30 PM; Arrive at State House around 2 PM
📍 Who: All PPSD students
📍 Why: Because silence is not neutrality.
📍 How: Walk out, stand together, and make our voices heard.
Bring signs. Bring friends. Bring your voice.
If we don’t stand now, when will we?
Winter Huddle Up
You're invited to Providence Student Union's (PSU) Winter Huddle Up! Join us to commemorate another year of showing up, speaking up, and lifting each other up.
We are so grateful for our Huddle members, who support our work with monthly donations, and can't wait to connect with you all! This will be a great chance to connect with PSU youth leaders and other Huddle members and enjoy the cozy winter atmosphere face-to-face.
Your ticket includes complimentary appetizers and fun tokens of our appreciation, and the first 10 Huddle members to join will get a free drink! Bring a friend who would like to join the Huddle! We will be sharing quick updates on the past year, our strategic plan, and ways to get more involved at PSU.
This event is adult-focused, but youth can attend with a parent or guardian present.
Member Meeting
CALLING ALL HIGHSCHOOLERS!! Want to get involved in your community, become a youth leader, and contribute to PSU’s organizing? Show up to our member meeting and apply to get paid to be a youth leader! Attending the member meeting is required in order to be considered for the stipend position. We hope to see you all there :)
PASS General Open Meeting
Join our next Providence Alliance for Student Safety (PASS) meeting to learn about the #counselorsnotcops campaign and get involved!
Open to all students, no experience needed! PASS is a youth-centered coalition organizing to defund school-based policing and increase funding for mental health. Learn more about the campaign, it’s history, and vsion here.
¡Únete a nuestra próxima reunión de PASS para conocer la campaña #ConsejerosNoPolicías y participar!
Abierto a todos los estudiantes, ¡no se necesita experiencia! PASS es una coalición juvenil que busca desfinanciar la policía escolar y aumentar los fondos para la salud mental. Descubre más sobre la campaña, su historia y visión aquí.
Pass The Plate
Join us for a celberation of food, culture, and people! We are so excited to host our Pass the Plate again this year- where we take the time to highlight local BIPOC owned resturants and share a warm meal befoe the holiday break. This year- we are hosting even more people and will include a mutual aid food drive! Stop by our office for a warm plate, and some goods to take home. Bring a friend, or make a new one!
Register here
OurSchoolsPVD (OSPVD) Member Meeting
Are you passionate about education?
Are you interested in learning more history, that isn’t just Western centered?
OurSchoolsPVD is a local group made up of various youth organizations in Providence and we are working to get Ethnic Studies in our schools now! Providnce is 92% students of color, yet many students ever hear about their culture or history in schools- especially history that celebrates their ancestors and wins. OSPVD, is demanding a change.
Join OSPVD and be apart of the people who arfe building power, and ethnic studies in schools!
This meeting is held in the youth space downatirs, of PSU’s office.
PASS General Open Meeting
Join our next Providence Alliance for Student Safety (PASS) meeting to learn about the #counselorsnotcops campaign and get involved!
Open to all students, no experience needed! PASS is a youth-centered coalition organizing to defund school-based policing and increase funding for mental health. Learn more about the campaign, it’s history, and vsion here.
¡Únete a nuestra próxima reunión de PASS para conocer la campaña #ConsejerosNoPolicías y participar!
Abierto a todos los estudiantes, ¡no se necesita experiencia! PASS es una coalición juvenil que busca desfinanciar la policía escolar y aumentar los fondos para la salud mental. Descubre más sobre la campaña, su historia y visión aquí.
SNAP BACK Rally & Mutual Aid event!
📢‼ *SNAP BACK: Rally & Mutual Aid!*
Join Providence youth and community members as we come together to talk about the impacts of federal cuts to SNAP benefits — and take action in solidarity. We demand the right to food security for all RI working families and youth.
🍎Food Drive Alert!** Bring any non-perishable items to support our community.
🗓: Saturday, Nov. 8th
🕐: 1-4 PM
📍: Providence City Hall/Kennedy Plaza
PASS General Open Meeting
Join our next Providence Alliance for Student Safety (PASS) meeting to learn about the #counselorsnotcops campaign and get involved!
Open to all students, no experience needed! PASS is a youth-centered coalition organizing to defund school-based policing and increase funding for mental health. Learn more about the campaign, it’s history, and vsion here.
¡Únete a nuestra próxima reunión de PASS para conocer la campaña #ConsejerosNoPolicías y participar!
Abierto a todos los estudiantes, ¡no se necesita experiencia! PASS es una coalición juvenil que busca desfinanciar la policía escolar y aumentar los fondos para la salud mental. Descubre más sobre la campaña, su historia y visión aquí.
Deportation Defense Line Outreach
Join us to inform our neighbours and spread the word about the local organizing efforts to keep ICE out of our communities! Meet up with PSU members at our office for an afternooon of community outreach.
Defense Line. 401-675-1414
¡Únase a nosotros para informar a nuestros vecinos y difundir las iniciativas locales de organización para mantener a ICE fuera de nuestras comunidades! Reúnase con miembros de PSU en nuestra oficina para una tarde de divulgación comunitaria.
PASS General Open Meeting
Join our next Providence Alliance for Student Safety (PASS) meeting to learn about the #counselorsnotcops campaign and get involved!
Open to all students, no experience needed! PASS is a youth-centered coalition organizing to defund school-based policing and increase funding for mental health. Learn more about the campaign, it’s history, and vsion here.
¡Únete a nuestra próxima reunión de PASS para conocer la campaña #ConsejerosNoPolicías y participar!
Abierto a todos los estudiantes, ¡no se necesita experiencia! PASS es una coalición juvenil que busca desfinanciar la policía escolar y aumentar los fondos para la salud mental. Descubre más sobre la campaña, su historia y visión aquí.
Art & Resources Extravaganza
Youth, families, and friends, you are welcome to drop by our office on October 10th anytime between 3-6PM to check out the unveiling of our youth-designed mural, meet new friends, enjoy snacks, learn about PSU’s task forces, and discover ways to get involved! We are so excited to show off the new addition to our space and connect with you!
💡: Free event for all age
How to college 101
Come join us this Friday for college and career support, parents are encouraged to join us!!
Learn and ask about:
-Finding the right fit
-CommonApp
-Essay Writing
-FAFSA & CSS Profile
-Networking
PASS General Open Meeting
Join our next Providence Alliance for Student Safety (PASS) meeting to learn about the #counselorsnotcops campaign and get involved!
Open to all students, no experience needed! PASS is a youth-centered coalition organizing to defund school-based policing and increase funding for mental health. Learn more about the campaign, it’s history, and vsion here.
¡Únete a nuestra próxima reunión de PASS para conocer la campaña #ConsejerosNoPolicías y participar!
Abierto a todos los estudiantes, ¡no se necesita experiencia! PASS es una coalición juvenil que busca desfinanciar la policía escolar y aumentar los fondos para la salud mental. Descubre más sobre la campaña, su historia y visión aquí.
Deportation Defense Line Outreach
Join us to inform our neighbours and spread the word about the local organizing efforts to keep ICE out of our communities! Meet up with PSU members at our office for an afternooon of community outreach.
Defense Line. 401-675-1414
¡Únase a nosotros para informar a nuestros vecinos y difundir las iniciativas locales de organización para mantener a ICE fuera de nuestras comunidades! Reúnase con miembros de PSU en nuestra oficina para una tarde de divulgación comunitaria.
Political Education Movie Night
Bring a friend or make a new friend at our screening of “Sinners”!
PSU is excited to introduce our monthly movie nights this school year. Our movie nights will be centering films that will encourage discussions about history and education liberation. We believe that by examining history and art, we can keep learning about the different ways marginzalized communities are affected today.
¡Trae a un amigo o haz nuevos amigos a nuestra proyección de "Sinners"!
PSU se complace en presentar sus noches de cine mensuales este año escolar. Nuestras noches de cine se centrarán en películas que fomentarán debates sobre la historia y la liberación educativa. Creemos que al examinar la historia y el arte, podemos seguir aprendiendo sobre las diferentes maneras en que las comunidades marginadas se ven afectadas hoy en día.