There were impassioned speeches. Poetry. There was boisterous applause, loud whoops and cheers as youth grantees shared their visionary projects for community change. Bright smiles and cascades of laughter lit … Continued
“To me, this memorial doesnât call forth anger, but pain, anguish, and most importantly, critical thought- if this is our truth, we must face it; and then, what must my … Continued
Last month, girls and their adult allies from across Monterey County gathered for a 3-day intensive training with the Youth Leadership Institute to enhance their leadership skills. They are participants … Continued
“…it was the unwavering focus and commitment to actions in our present that I found most compelling, and have been unable to shake.” A reflection by YLI CEO, Jon Marker, … Continued
âI realized that there are people like me who want to improve our society. I gained more confidence to work on my project since I know Iâm not alone.â — … Continued
An interview with Andrea Gil, youth leader in San Francisco’s Community Action Model I am Bits and Pieces, Blended My family is complex. I donât have one identity. I have … Continued
When a critical new law is passed, we celebrate. Thereâs that flood of relief, that flush of jubilation, punctuated by cheers, tears, and hugs all around. Those of us who … Continued
âThere is no way to get out if there is nothing to do. That was my personal connection, the increasing gang violence, and what it has done to my community….Youth … Continued
