Get Inspired
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!
Colleen
I knew applying for internships is similar to applying for colleges: you need to apply to more than one, then select from the offers you (hopefully) get.
Employment
Healthy Relationships
Ty
Nine months ago, I was a Harvard sophomore who was searching for a summer internship, preferably one in my area of interest, public health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was an obvious option for me.
Education
Employment
Healthy Relationships
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
Jim
Don’t give up on yourself and understand that no one can help you if you’re not willing to help yourself.
Healthy Relationships
Juvenile Justice
Leadership and Advocacy