Katelyn Pioy

Katelyn Pioy

Katelyn is a high school student from New Jersey. She is a first-generation Filipino-American. She is an activist and has a passion for social justice, often spending her time volunteering for different advocacy organizations like NYRA. She hopes to create a tangible impact and bring awareness to youth rights. She wants to become a lawyer in the future. In her freetime she loves to read, write, and watch Netflix.

Katelyn joined NYRA in September 2023, and currently works on the Communications Team

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Blog Posts by Katelyn:

Fayetteville Backtracks on Youth Curfew

September 24th, 2023

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How Banks Discriminate against Youth – The Dangers of Parent Managed, “Teen” Bank Accounts

Across the United States, most major banks make it impossible for minors to open and manage their own bank accounts without parental involvement. Even though teenagers today often earn income through part-time and full-time jobs, online work, or entrepreneurship, the banking industry continues to impose rigid age restrictions that prevent them from having true financial…

Vote NO on Texas Proposition 15 “Parental Rights” Amendment. Here’s how it would harm youth

The November 4th, 2025 election in Texas has various propositions for constitutional amendments on the ballot. One of those proposed amendments is Proposition 15, the Parental Rights Amendment. This amendment would add to the Texas Constitution that parents are the “primary decision-makers” for their children’s education, healthcare, and upbringing. Under this amendment, parents would have…

Katelyn Pioy

Katelyn Pioy

Blog Posts by Katelyn:

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Why Phone Bans in Schools Threaten Student Safety and Violate Constitutional Rights

How Banks Discriminate against Youth – The Dangers of Parent Managed, “Teen” Bank Accounts

Vote NO on Texas Proposition 15 “Parental Rights” Amendment. Here’s how it would harm youth

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