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Building youth power, winning youth jobs.

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Owen Weitzman, Teens Acting for Social Change, YJC member
"I think Youth Jobs Coalition is doing important work for youth in Massachusetts."
Youth Jobs Rally, 2010
“Having a job as a youth, it lets people know that you know one day we may be a rep, we may be a governor. A job gives us opportunities and skills as youth that we‘re going to need later in life.” -
Youth Jobs Rally, February 2012
"Jobs foster the kinds of ethics and skills young people need to succeed as adults." - Governor Deval Patrick
Imani Rice, Dorchester Bay Youth Force, YJC member
"Last year, when I wasn’t doing anything, I was more lazy. My job helped me with my presentation skills. So
now I use those skills I learned here, in my school. I went from bad to honor roll."
Youth Jobs Rally, February 2011
"America's youth are suffering their worst employment drought since World War II... In one year, a single lost youth will cost all taxpayers $13,900. " - Jordan Weissmann, The Atlantic

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Monday, May 13, 2013 posted by Tarek9_28

Hey Guys,

Base Builders are on their last session of YLI, so congratulations.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, May 8, 2013 posted by Tarek9_28

Hey guys, 

On May 21 we will be having a rally, We would like lots of support from everyone.

Check Out Our April 23rd Rally!

Monday, May 6, 2013 posted by Keturah

This was coverage from BNN News. Urban teens rally at the State House in order to pressure their State Reps on upcoming budget concerns. 

 

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