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Young Leaders Featuring Youth Voice, Youth Choice: Giancarlo's Story

Youth and young adults can transform their world through leadership, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and a drive to challenge the norm. By joining teams, they develop empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills. These young leaders become strong advocates for their communities, making their voices a catalyst for change.

Can You Be A Young Leader?

Leadership skills like decision-making, delegation, and motivating others are essential in many careers. Youth with leadership experience often stand out in the job market and higher education. The YouTube video Can You Be A Young Leader by Productivity ACE explores the advantages and challenges of being a young leader. Watch it here:


How To Become A Young Leader

Young adults can grow their leadership skills by connecting with community leaders, learning from role models, and reflecting on the traits of great leaders. Brian Rollo's article, How To Become A Leader At A Young Age (Or Any Age), offers advice on building communication and trust. Read it here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-become-leader-young-age-any-brian-rollo-

Do you know any inspiring young leaders? If you’re a youth, do you aspire to become a leader yourself? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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Youth Voice, Youth Choice: Giancarlo Vicari's Story

Giancarlo, born in 2008, grew up in New Jersey and currently attends a specialized school. Known for being funny, bright, and intellectual, he has participated in various sports, including soccer, tennis, golf, baseball, track and field, and basketball. With strong social skills, he connects well with adults.

Living with his family, Giancarlo enjoys pop culture history, including films, cartoons, books, and video games. He has a good grasp of life skills and prefers cats to dogs. As an ambassador for the Center on Youth Voice, Youth Choice (CYVYC), which promotes alternatives to guardianship, he is also involved in a community service club. A passion for filmmaking developed after taking a class at a film institute, and he aspires to pursue a career in cinematography: https://youth-voice.org/youth-ambassadors/giancarlo-vicari/

The SPAN Youth Chat

Join the SPAN Youth Chat on October 9 from 4:15 - 5 pm for Democracy isn’t a Spectator Sport: Know Your Voting Rights, led by Erin Seigh, Transition To Adult Life Coordinator, SPAN. Learn how voting has changed over time and how to register in New Jersey. Find out your options and accommodations for voting, including how to find help, and what to do if there’s a problem. Plus, figure out who your elected officials are!

Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726.

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