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                <p>If I had to give three adjectives to describe the program, I would use informative, inspiring, and ingenious. Informative. The training raised countless topics that I had never even considered. Topics such as viral fundraising, measurable outcomes, mentors, and branding were all demystified and presented to us. Although my group’s attempt to connect with <NAME> through our viral fundraising plan failed, we ended up learning many tips from the CEO of Good World. Furthermore, the Executive Director of <NAME>’s “Let’s Move!” campaign came and spoke to us about working in the white house, how to follow your passion, and to treat everybody with respect, because “everybody deserves the same level of attention.” From speakers coming from UNICEF, Food Recovery Network, and Truth Initiative, we all learned invaluable information to bring back to our communities.</p>
                <p>Inspiring. From the Youth Service America people coordinating the program to the speakers from around the world to the 50 other youth ambassadors, the four days were undoubtedly inspiring. I met a sixteen year old boy who founded a nonprofit called Technocademy, which has served over 150, 000 people, as well as a high school senior who is pushing for legislation to be passed in her state to help those who aren’t receiving adequate education. I came home with a stronger driving force, having seen so many changemakers who have made their visions a reality.</p>
                <p>Ingenious. A platform to raise the voices of youth around the world? Again, ingenious. On the last day of the training, we were sent to Capitol Hill to present our elevator pitches to our state legislature. Although I did not end up meeting <NAME>, I was able to present Kids First Project to his staff member. There is something especially empowering and unique about being a teenager walking through the halls of Capitol Hill, the same place where our state’s policy makers and advocates walk. During that time, I knew my voice was not only heard, but also valued, and that is the key to being truly heard.</p>
                <p>Equipped with a new network and valuable training, YSA and Festival of Children Foundation has sent us all back home to celebrate National Child Awareness Month, which is September. I not only pledge to raise awareness for children’s issues all of this month, but I also pledge to carry out Global Youth Service Day here in Oregon. With the help of this program, the Kids First Project team plans to carry out our GYSD event this April with a 5k charity run and community panel on poverty, youth, and education. Words cannot describe how grateful the Kids First Team and I are for having this life changing opportunity - Thank you Youth Service America and Festival of Children Foundation! #NCAMyouth</p>

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                <p>Inspiring. From the Youth Service America people coordinating the program to the speakers from around the world to the 50 other youth ambassadors, the four days were undoubtedly inspiring. I met a sixteen year old boy who founded a nonprofit called Technocademy, which has served over 150, 000 people, as well as a high school senior who is pushing for legislation to be passed in her state to help those who aren’t receiving adequate education. I came home with a stronger driving force, having seen so many changemakers who have made their visions a reality.</p>
                <p>Ingenious. A platform to raise the voices of youth around the world? Again, ingenious. On the last day of the training, we were sent to Capitol Hill to present our elevator pitches to our state legislature. Although I did not end up meeting <NAME>, I was able to present Kids First Project to his staff member. There is something especially empowering and unique about being a teenager walking through the halls of Capitol Hill, the same place where our state’s policy makers and advocates walk. During that time, I knew my voice was not only heard, but also valued, and that is the key to being truly heard.</p>
                <p>Equipped with a new network and valuable training, YSA and Festival of Children Foundation has sent us all back home to celebrate National Child Awareness Month, which is September. I not only pledge to raise awareness for children’s issues all of this month, but I also pledge to carry out Global Youth Service Day here in Oregon. With the help of this program, the Kids First Project team plans to carry out our GYSD event this April with a 5k charity run and community panel on poverty, youth, and education. Words cannot describe how grateful the Kids First Team and I are for having this life changing opportunity - Thank you Youth Service America and Festival of Children Foundation! #NCAMyouth</p>
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