"Young people are among the more vulnerable members of our society, and they are also among the least heard. Youth media in an election year gives young people the opportunity to weigh in on the very real issues and policies that affect them-providing that editors and the audience listen. (Kelly Nuxol)"
This next section highlights one of these resources created by civically engaged youth and youth allies from around the country. Whether you could vote or not, you have a voice. Inform yourself, voice your opinions, get involved, tell your story!
www.Genv.net - Youth Venture is a global movement of young changemakers. We are made up of young people - Venturers - from around the world who have launched lasting social ventures that create positive impact in our communities. We also include many supporters: adult Allies, Technical Allies, partners, and the Youth Venture global staff team. All of us believe in the importance of supporting all young people to become changemakers. If we are to become a better society that's more able to address the many social problems we face, then we must have more changemakers in the world to take initiative and create positive social change. We believe that you have to start on the path as a changemaker when you're young, while you're still open to the many possibilities of the leader you can become.
The criteria for becoming a Youth Venture Team are:
• Your Venture's leadership team is between the ages of 12-20.
• Your Venture benefits the community.
• Your Venture is youth-created and youth-led.
• Your Venture is a new organization, club or a major new initiative within an existing organization.
• Your Venture is ongoing/ sustainable (not a one-time event).
• Your Venture has clear, attainable goals, and a realistic budget.
• Your Venture has the support of adult ally.
• You are part of a team that is trustworthy and committed to ethical standards.
If you have any questions about whether your team is qualified, don't hesitate to contact us at info@youthventure.org.
Choosing a College, Getting Scholarships, Avoiding Scholarship Scams
It's never too early to start planning for college. There are many different types of colleges, so you need to think about what programs you are interested in, do some research and visit campuses to see which type fits best with your personality, budget and career plans. Also, make sure to speak with parents, guidance counselors, admissions counselors at various schools, to make sure that you know all your best options. The following are a few resources to help you get started.
Which type of college is right for you? http://www.mnscu.edu/students/choosing/index.html
Career Exploration Resource www.iseek.org
Recommended by over 15,500 high schools and 3,500 colleges, FastWeb.com is the nation's largest, most accurate, and most frequently updated scholarship database online and it's FREE. Free Scholarship Search. Personalized Scholarship Matching. Side-by-side College Comparison. Financial Aid and Student Loan Tips. Part-Time Jobs and Internships Search.
Make sure not to get scammed when applying for scholarships!!! Learn how to identify scholarship scams, how to distinguish between legitimate and fraudulent organizations, how to protect yourself from scholarship scams; and what to do if you are scammed. The following resources will help you learn about these scams and how not to get robbed!
http://www.purdue.edu/dfa/sandg/scams.pdf
http://www.finaid.org/scholarships/scams.phtml
http://www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/scholarships-and-aid/408.html
Monday through Sunday: 3-4 & 7- 8 PM
Monday:
7PM SPNN Youth Video: Set It Up Season 2008-2009 Premiere!
7:30PM SPNN Youth Video: NVC Summer 2008
Tuesday:
7PM NYMAP: PSA's (Premiere) & Youth Voices 2008 Premiere!
7:30PM NYMAP: Youth Voices 2008 (Cont). Premiere!
Wednesday:
7PM St. Paul Central Touring Theater "Stand For Me" Part 1: The Making of... & Part 2 The Play Premiere!
7:30PM St. Paul Central Touring Theater "Stand For Me" Part 2 The Play(Cont.) Premiere!
Thursday:
7PM Asian Media Access: East Meets West ~ Teen DiscussionPremiere!
7:30PM Asian Media Access: East Meets West ~ Teen Discussion (Cont.)
Friday:
7PM Swept Away TV: Rockstar Stories Show 9-6. Featuring new music and interviews from Salvia, Hawthorne Heights, and the Red Jumpsuit ApparatusPremiere!
7:30PM Swept Away TV: Rockstar Stories Show 9-1.
Saturday:
7PM In Progress: On the Road
7:30PM Phillips Community Television: Our Turn
Sunday:
7PM SPNN Youth Video: YIG 2009 Premiere!
7:30PM SPNN Youth Video: YIG 2009 (Cont.)