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Are you a changemaker?
Young people like you across the country are volunteering, acting as leaders and role models, advocating, and making an impact in the lives of others. Read their stories below and tell us about how you are creating change for yourself and others!
Katie
I understand how substance abuse can change a person and change really who they are… There are always people that you can talk to and there are always people that can help you.
Health and Safety
Leadership and Advocacy
Hayley
I was inspired to create MY LIFE...because there was really a lack of places that youth could share their voice, and make a positive difference in their lives and in the community.
Foster Care
Health and Safety
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Razilee
I wanted to participate in a different kind of journey where I could experience and get a better understanding of strengths and hardships of communities first hand.
Civic Engagement and Volunteering
Health and Safety
Krista
The word “disability” is not in the athletes' minds at all. We don’t see it as a disability. For myself, I see it as a unique ability.
Disabilities
Health and Safety
Leadership and Advocacy
Jaylynn
My goal is to...be the best role model that I can be for the tribe to show them that staying involved with the community is important for youth because it can have a major impact on their future and health.
Employment
Health and Safety
Leadership and Advocacy
Alana
Making a difference keeps me motivated to continue preventing teen pregnancy in my community.
Health and Safety
Healthy Relationships