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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!
Sixto
Being part of this youth board turned my anger for the foster care system into passion. I had a story but my peers did, too. It became less about me and more about a group of youth who many people forget about.
Foster Care
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
Janessa
I was inspired to pursue advocacy work because there are so many youth who just need the tools to succeed.
Foster Care
Leadership and Advocacy
Alana
Making a difference keeps me motivated to continue preventing teen pregnancy in my community.
Health and Safety
Healthy Relationships
Josh
I’m trying my best to change misconceptions about gay people.
Education
Healthy Relationships
Leadership and Advocacy
Kie’Ja
Being an advocate for teen pregnancy prevention is an important part of my life. I have grown as an individual and I have been able to affect many people
Healthy Relationships
Leadership and Advocacy