âI value Pilarcitos High School’s partnership with YLI and hope it continues for many years to come.â -Rajan Bechar, Pilarcitos High Principal Rajan Bechar wants his students to build 21st … Continued
Dear YLI Community: We are beyond sad to announce that an incredible youth leader, Neng Thao, passed away this past Saturday, May 20. Neng was 18 years old, preparing to graduate … Continued
âThe Youth Commission Convention was one of the most impactful things Iâve done as a part of Marin County Youth Commission.â Ethan Strull shared this reflection during the closing activity … Continued
âEveryone should be able to be who they want to be.â – San Marin High School Student For the last two years, youth in Novato have been working with students … Continued
“CAM taught me that us–the youth–have a voice and we can actually make a difference in our communities. I value my CAM because they are my support system, but most … Continued
Roberto Cerrato, 16, is a freshman at South San Francisco High and has been a YLI participant for the past year leading our public transit efforts. Roberto wanted to get … Continued
âIf I were to imagine a better world, it would be one where we recognize the humanity of people and see value in them regardless of the background they carry.â … Continued
On September 22, 2016, the YLI 25 gala celebrated 25 years of youth leading and creating social change. This was the biggest fundraiser in the organizationâs history with over $125,000 raised to invest … Continued
