The Continental Youth Assembly, founded in 2015, is a youth advocacy organization, serving the interests of United States youth and representing them above all else to federal, state, and local governments. Members of the CYA debate and pass motions speaking out about and taking action on all types of issues, including youth rights, civil rights, the environment, housing, and many more. CYA sessions last for two years. The CYA serves and is open to all U.S. citizens and residents under the age of 29.