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Take a look what they have to say about Youth4Youth!

Finn Laursen, Executive Director of Christian Educators shares, “As a former public school superintendent I was thrilled with the impact of Y4Y. The strength in the program is that it is student driven, which translates into a positive impact on the school environment.  Other assembly/ training programs lacked the ability to create the ongoing impact and leadership that Youth4Youth develops in students.”

Share Your Story

We are gathering stories to be used in our upcoming book. We are asking for true personal stories of hope and inspiration to help others through tough times. How have you solved life’s problems? What has motivated you to continue on or do better? Will you share your story of hope?

Examples of stories may be how have you dealt with:

Bullying
Developing Your Character

Peer Pressure
People who judge you
People who make fun of you
Problems at home
Divorce
Death and dying
Negative people
Parents, siblings, teachers
Poor grades
People who make fun of your body or how you look
Bullies
Drugs and alcohol
Stress
Boyfriend/girlfriend issues
Lack of self-confidence
Failure

If you would like your story to be considered for publication submit your information below and we will contact you.  We know some stories are sensitive and if published, we will respect your request to remain anonymous.

           

 

 

               

 

 

 

 

 

Elisha
Two years ago Elisha was always in fights, had pulled a knife on a fellow student, was failing in school, and suspended…suspended…suspended. The student assistance coordinator encouraged him to join Youth4Youth. He states, “Youth4Youth is the reason I’m still in school…it changed my life!”

Marcus
Marcus was mundane and shy. His guidance counselor suggested Marcus join Youth4Youth. He began to develop leadership skills and as a result was selected to go to Washington, DC, as a student ambassador. While there he met Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice, who was so impressed with him that she called Marcus when he returned home and offered him financial support to pursue a career in History or Politics. This fall he is attending LCCC and looking to transfer to Georgetown University next year.

Erin
“Youth4Youth has given me encouragement, leadership development and awesome experiences and memories.” As a high school junior and senior, Erin was invited to participate in Leadership Lorain County and wrote two powerful 30-minute plays that have been performed for thousands of students in Youth4Youth Schools.