Montzerrat, Social Justice Advocate and Visionary Leader
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“If 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.” … Continued
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YLI 25 Celebrates 102 Policy Wins and 86,000 Youth Served
|Our History
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 organization’s history with over $125,000 raised to invest … Continued
Fresno Youth Policy Win: “Safe Place” Fresno Unified School District
|Campaign Victories
On Wednesday, March 8, Fresno Unified School District unanimously passed the “Safe Place School District” policy, to make schools safe for undocumented youth and their families. ICE agents will not … Continued
Andrea on Healthy Retail: CAM Youth Advocate Shares Testimony at Press Conference
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“We’re tired of seeing our neighborhoods bombarded with these products, and advertisements. That is why we are working to promote healthier stores to support our local markets at Youth Leadership … Continued
YLI Alum Edith Martinez Shows How YLI Opened Doors
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“The skills, opportunity, and experience that YLI offers help to motivate youth so much. You can be heard and you can be political at any age. You don’t have to … Continued
Why Meet with Elected Officials? Marin County Youth Commission Breaks it Down
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“Meeting with our elected officials is integral to strengthening our relationship and building the credibility of the Marin County Youth Commission.” – Joshua Rowe, 15 The Marin County Youth Commission … Continued
Register for the Fresno Teen Summit on March 25
|Youth Opportunities
Come join us on March 25, 2017 for Fresno’s Teen Summit, You-Topia: Unity Starts With You. The summit will include a keynote presentation, various informational booths, and workshops on key … Continued
B.L.I.N.G. Announces Fall 2016 Grantees!
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“Adults can only reflect on what it was like to be a youth. Youth feel what it’s like and know the issue(s)” – Shai, Fall and Spring 2016 Grantee Twice … Continued