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The Saint Paul Youth Commission reviewed several project proposals and selected four IMPACT projects to work on in small groups.
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Duluth and Case Community Center Reconstruction
Created and distributed a survey to gather community input—especially from youth—on what they want to see in a new community center.
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Saint Paul Youth Connect
Developed a youth-centered resource website to connect their peers to opportunities, services, and support across Saint Paul. Click here to check it out!
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Rondo-Frogtown Loop Family Night
Organized and hosted a family night event to raise awareness and engage families around the Rondo-Frogtown Loop project- a van service that transports young people to local spots like rec centers and libraries.
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Youth Dismantling Drug Stigma
Aimed to reduce stigma around substance use by hosting a Naloxone Training for youth and tabled at their schools, sharing information with peers.
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Youth on Board members served on a total of 13 Saint Paul Boards and Commissions, actively contributing youth perspectives to city governance.
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Representatives from SPYC and YOB presented at two national conferences
National Youth Employment Coalition's Annual Forum
Daisy and Al joined Stephany to present "Drawing on Identity to Support Youth Civic Engagement" at the National Youth Employment Coalition’s Annual Forum.
"While presenting I felt empowered to share my experience as a young person in leadership. I’m glad I could share my personal story for the audience to learn something new, whether to improve an aspect of their organization or just to gain perspective. Overall, I was supported and heard." Al Reiter, Youth on Boards Representative
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Every Hour Counts
National Conference
Aru, Paw Mu, and Tes presented "Empowering Youth: Creating Pathways for Leadership" at the Every Hour Counts National Conference.
"I really felt acknowledged the whole time as a youth leader and it struck me that 'Wow, this is actually real, like I have experience and knowledge that I can lend to other people.' I also felt really good when an audience member used my name to address me and talk about me. It really made me feel seen and I enjoyed all the interactions." ~ Paw Mu Thaw, Youth on Boards and Saint Paul Youth Commission Program Participant
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Want to hear from the young people?
Please join us for a special evening of recognition and community as we celebrate the incredible young leaders from the Youth on Boards (YOB) program and the Saint Paul Youth Commission (SPYC)! This event marks the close of a powerful year of youth voice, civic engagement, and leadership, and we can't wait to honor the impact these young people have made.
📅 Date: Thurs, May 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Bullard Rainforest Auditorium Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Dress Code: Semiformal attire in soft, spring-inspired colors
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Let’s come together to recognize the passion and dedication of our youth leaders. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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This spring, nine members of SPYC and YOB were trained and served as reviewers for the Minnesota Department of Education’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant applications.
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