Silvia Young
Executive Director & Board President
FemTruth Youth
Silvia Young serves as the Executive Director and Board President of FemTruth Youth (FTY), a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring all girls have the confidence, skills, and resources to lead with purpose and independence. With a deep commitment to mentorship, Young has cultivated an organization that offers programs in financial freedom, life skills and confidence, purchasing with purpose, and creative arts.
Under her leadership, FTY has reached significant milestones, including the establishment of its first school club and youth advisory board, as well as the expansion of school clubs and chapters across the Bay Area.
In addition to career development programs, FTY addresses the needs of students who face barriers to education. Its Green Kit initiative provides sustainable period supplies, relieving the financial burden on girls and their families while promoting eco-friendly practices and better health outcomes, ensuring uninterrupted education from puberty through college.
A seasoned Women’s Studies scholar and educator, Young has authored several influential books, including ‘Good Girl, Bad Period’ and ‘Flo’s Friends: A Wellness Guide Beyond Menstruation’. Her works, now featured in academic settings worldwide, promote education and sustainable solutions. Her impact is further amplified through her play GASLIT: A 3-Act Play, which debuted at UC Davis, and was produced by The Pad Project, creators of the OSCAR®-winning documentary Period. End of Sentence.
In the legislative arena, Young has led and mentored coalitions toward historic wins in California, including bills supporting women’s health, ingredient disclosures, and tax exemptions.
A sought-after speaker, Young has presented at prestigious institutions such as Cambridge University, University of Graz, Columbia University, and UC Berkeley. Her presentations at major conferences—including the National Organization for Women, the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research, the National Association of Commissions on Women, and the Women’s March Foundation—highlight her expertise and dedication to advancing these critical conversations.
Young resides in the Bay Area with her family, where she continues to lead FTY with passion, dedication, and vision.
“I'm on a mission to turn the challenges girls face into opportunities for empowerment and growth. At FTY, we're all about building futures. We're tackling the big issues with solutions. Our school chapters and clubs are where future leaders thrive.”
Silvia Young
Under her leadership, FTY has reached significant milestones, including the establishment of its first school club and youth advisory board, as well as the expansion of school clubs and chapters across the Bay Area.
In addition to career development programs, FTY addresses the needs of students who face barriers to education. Its Green Kit initiative provides sustainable period supplies, relieving the financial burden on girls and their families while promoting eco-friendly practices and better health outcomes, ensuring uninterrupted education from puberty through college.
A seasoned Women’s Studies scholar and educator, Young has authored several influential books, including ‘Good Girl, Bad Period’ and ‘Flo’s Friends: A Wellness Guide Beyond Menstruation’. Her works, now featured in academic settings worldwide, promote education and sustainable solutions. Her impact is further amplified through her play GASLIT: A 3-Act Play, which debuted at UC Davis, and was produced by The Pad Project, creators of the OSCAR®-winning documentary Period. End of Sentence.
In the legislative arena, Young has led and mentored coalitions toward historic wins in California, including bills supporting women’s health, ingredient disclosures, and tax exemptions.
A sought-after speaker, Young has presented at prestigious institutions such as Cambridge University, University of Graz, Columbia University, and UC Berkeley. Her presentations at major conferences—including the National Organization for Women, the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research, the National Association of Commissions on Women, and the Women’s March Foundation—highlight her expertise and dedication to advancing these critical conversations.
Young resides in the Bay Area with her family, where she continues to lead FTY with passion, dedication, and vision.
“I'm on a mission to turn the challenges girls face into opportunities for empowerment and growth. At FTY, we're all about building futures. We're tackling the big issues with solutions. Our school chapters and clubs are where future leaders thrive.”
Silvia Young
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