"Youth Service in the Americas"

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The overall goal of this program is to provide youth (ages 12-24) in the Americas with the opportunity and ability to improve his/her community. The specific objectives of this project are (i) to increase the capacity of non-profit organizations and school-based entities to train and engage young people in meaningful, on-going service projects that enhance and develop their communities in the areas of health, education, poverty alleviation and the environment; (ii) to provide young people with the necessary skills, so they can make a positive contribution to civil society and become responsible civic leaders; (iii) to empower young people to become active citizens and contribute to the strengthening of their communities.