“Our School for Transportation Reform taught me that although we all come from different cities, the same issues regarding transportation unite us.” – Maritza, YLI Youth Leader, South San Francisco Congratulations … Continued
“We [CAM] believe the youth are vital to addressing health equity issues because we are the ones being targeted. We are also more prone to purchase products such as Tobacco and … Continued
THIS JUST IN! Our youth leaders just joined the signing ceremony where San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee signed into law raising the age for tobacco sales to 21! This legislation … Continued
“Young kids aren’t expected to strive. But they really do change their community and have the power to do so.” Jose is currently a junior and standing Vice-President of his … Continued
The Youth Leadership Institute proudly congratulates their youth leader Ruby on this great achievement! Ruby says leading community change work in Marin County has helped her grow immensely as a … Continued
The YLI Marin Team is pleased to share that a documentary that was produced and promoted by the Marin County Youth Commission’s Education Equity Advisory Committee is about to be aired … Continued
[cmsms_row][cmsms_column data_width=”1/2″][cmsms_text] I’m excited to see positive change and happy families. I look forward to continue to learn about unfair issues in our community. I find my power when … Continued
[cmsms_row][cmsms_column data_width=”1/2″][cmsms_text animation_delay=”0″] When Janet Salcedo moved to Kerman, CA in eighth grade, she was shy. Neither of her parents had completed high school, back injuries limited their ability to … Continued
