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SUMMARY:What the World Can Teach Us About Service-Learning
DESCRIPTION:November 13 | 11 AM – 12 PM CST\nService-learning is a powerful approach that connects academic learning with meaningful community engagement\, but its greatest lessons often emerge when we look beyond our own borders. This session invites participants to explore how service-learning is being shaped and reimagined by diverse cultures and communities worldwide. Drawing on best practices and inspiring examples\, we will examine how global perspectives can deepen our understanding of what makes service-learning equitable\, impactful\, and sustainable. \nParticipants will discover how international models emphasize authentic partnership\, cultural humility\, and community-driven goals\, principles that are essential for success whether projects are local or global. We’ll discuss how schools and organizations around the world prepare students for cross-cultural engagement\, foster reflection\, and ensure that service initiatives are mutually beneficial for both students and communities. Through case studies and interactive dialogue\, attendees will gain practical strategies for incorporating global insights into their own service-learning programs\, strengthening outcomes for learners and communities alike. \nJoin us to learn how the world’s classrooms\, communities\, and cultures can expand our vision of service-learning and inspire us to build more just\, connected\, and resilient societies. \n  \nGuest Speakers:\nEnrique Ochoa\, Centro Latinoamericano de Aprendizaje y Servicio Solidario \nEnrique Ochoa holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) and a postgraduate degree in International Relations and Negotiations from the University of San Andrés and FLACSO Argentina. He also studied at the University of Bologna (Buenos Aires campus) and received a scholarship from the Inter-American Development Bank to participate in the Workshop for Young Latin American Leaders on Leadership\, Democracy\, and Social Development in Washington\, D.C. \nWith more than 15 years of experience as a consultant to Argentina’s Ministry of Education\, Enrique has specialized in promoting service-learning initiatives and supporting the institutionalization of service-learning in universities across Latin America. \nHe has built his academic career as a professor at UBA’s School of Social Sciences\, within the Programme of Advanced Studies in Social Sciences at CIEE-FLACSO\, and as a visiting professor at various public and private universities. \nSince the founding of CLAYSS\, Enrique has led the organization’s international relations and coordinated training and support for higher education institutions. In 2016\, he was appointed Executive Director\, where he oversees programs and operations and works closely with the Board of Directors to advance CLAYSS’s mission. \n  \nEric Chang\, Taipei City Fanghe Experimental High School \nEric Chang\, Ph.D. is the Guidance Director at Taipei City Fanghe Experimental High School and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Fu Jen Catholic University Teacher Education Center. He holds a doctorate in Educational Administration and Evaluation from the University of Taipei. \nWith more than ten years of experience in service-learning\, Eric has been recognized as a National Outstanding Service-Learning Teacher in Taiwan. He has guided secondary students from metropolitan areas to engage in service-learning in rural Taiwan\, helping them connect learning with real-life challenges. By combining reflective practice with multiple forms of assessment\, he ensures that service-learning is not only a meaningful experience but also an authentic way to evaluate student growth and learning outcomes. \nHe has also served as President of the Chinese Rock Leadership Association and is a Board Member of the Asia Association for Experiential Education (AAEE). Through these roles\, he has promoted international service-learning programs in Nepal\, India\, and Chiang Rai\, Thailand. He is committed to empowering young people through service-learning and experiential education\, fostering compassion\, resilience\, and global citizenship \n  \nAnshul Nadendla\, Youth Engagement in Society (YES!) \nAnshul Nadendla is a senior at Barrington High School and the founder of Youth Engagement in Society (YES!)\, Networking for Immigrants’ Care and Empowerment (NICE)\, and Youth Global\, three organizations that work across cultural barriers and geographical borders for the betterment of global society. Through his work alongside fellow passionate young leaders\, Anshul has bolstered youth civic engagement across the world\, fought for socio-economic justice\, and fostered transnational dialogue. Behind his various efforts\, however\, lies the chief hope to build empathy and unity in an increasingly fracturing world. \n  \nIlan Enverga\, Global Changemaker Schools \nIlan Enverga is an award-winning K-12 educator and international teacher trainer in education for sustainable development (ESD). He is also the Asia-Pacific Executive Committee Representative in the SDG4 Youth & Student Network with UNESCO Headquarters\, and elected to the SDG4 High-Level Steering Committee. The UN Major Group for Children and Youth (UN MGCY) also selected Ilan to be the Global Focal Point for Education. As Founder and CEO of Global Changemaker Schools\, Ilan leads ESD training programs for teachers and school leaders with schools\, universities\, education ministries and international organizations\, embedding the SDGs into experiential and student-centered education. \n  \nAnas Ghanim\, Hikaya Hub \nAnas Ghanim is the CEO and founder of Hikaya Hub\, a storytelling platform that amplifies voices from the Arab world through creative narratives and community-driven projects. A decade after his introduction to service-learning at SLC13\, Anas serves on NYLC’s Board of Directors. \nHis experience spans strategy\, communication\, and youth development\, Anas has worked on initiatives that bridge technology\, culture\, and social impact. He previously led storytelling and engagement efforts for major regional programs\, including TEDinArabic\, empowering hundreds of young people to share their ideas on global stages. Passionate about mentoring and community-building\, Anas focuses on inspiring young leaders to embrace authenticity\, purpose\, and empathy in their personal and professional journeys. \n  \nThis session will be facilitated by: \nEmiliana Korin\, NYLC Youth Advisory Council. \nEmiliana Korin is a senior at Athens Academy in Athens\, Georgia. Passionate about social justice\, human rights\, and volunteerism\, Emiliana loves community organizing and working with local and national organizations to promote educational and advocacy initiatives. She established a student chapter of Amnesty International at her school and has leadership positions in several other student-run organizations. She has also been the recipient of several awards for her volunteer work. She hopes that her role in the YAC will allow her to expand her influence and inspire other young people to get involved in their communities in various ways. \n  \nFor questions\, or to schedule a consultation\, please contact us at nylcweb@nylc.org.This event will take place on Thursday\, November 13 at 11:00 AM CT via Zoom. You will receive the link to join the Zoom call closer to the date.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/world-service-learning/
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SUMMARY:Uniting for Impact: The National Service-Learning Conference and Points of Light
DESCRIPTION:October 29\, 2025 | 3 PM – 3:30 PM CDT\nDiscover how two of the nation’s premier gatherings—the National Service-Learning Conference® and the Points of Light Conference—are joining forces to elevate youth voice\, civic engagement\, and community impact. This session will highlight the power of partnership between the National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) and Points of Light\, showcasing how bringing together educators\, youth\, nonprofits\, and civic leaders creates a dynamic space for learning\, collaboration\, and action.  \nParticipants will gain insight into the vision for this partnership\, opportunities to engage in the upcoming conference\, and how these national conferences can strengthen local and global movements for service and youth leadership. \nFor questions or to schedule a consultation\, please contact us at nylcweb@nylc.org.This event will take place on Tuesday\, October 29 at 3 PM CT via Zoom. You will receive the link to join the Zoom call closer to the date.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/uniting-for-impact/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T120000
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SUMMARY:Building Powerful Youth-Adult Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:October 22 | 11 AM – 12 PM CDT\nStrong relationships are the foundation of meaningful learning and mentorship is one of the most powerful ways to cultivate them. In this thought leaders session\, we’ll explore how educators can build authentic\, supportive\, and empowering relationships with students through mentorship practices that foster trust\, connection\, and growth. \nWe’ll dive into key questions\, like:   \n\nWhat do effective youth/adult partnerships look like in today’s educational landscape?  \nHow can we create relationship-rich environments where every student feels seen\, heard\, and supported?  \nWhat are practical strategies for sustaining authentic relationships\, especially in busy or virtual learning spaces?\n\nWhether you’re mentoring students formally or building everyday connections that matter\, this session will provide tools\, stories\, and inspiration to help you lead with empathy\, authenticity\, and intentionality. \nJoin us as we reframe mentorship not just as a program\, but as a powerful approach to student success. \n\n\n\n\n  \nGuest speakers:\nKimberly Hollingsworth\, Big Brothers Big Sisters \nKim Hollingsworth is the Director of Program Development and Scale at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. She has supported the BBBS mission since 2008 through various roles at both the local and national levels. \nThroughout her career\, Kim has focused on youth development and expanding opportunities for young people. She currently leads the BBBS National Youth Council\, a group of 15 young adults who help shape the organization’s future through youth voice and leadership. Prior to her work with BBBS\, Kim worked in education for the Columbus City Schools in Ohio. \nKim holds a B.A. in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University and an M.A. in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. \nOriginally from Venezuela\, Kim has called the U.S. home since the age of nine. She lives in Magnolia\, Texas\, with her 10-year-old son. \nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-hollingsworth-21707264?trk=contact-info  \n  \nSarah\, National Youth Council Member\, Big Brothers Big Sisters \nSarah has been deeply involved with her local Big Brothers Big Sisters agency for several years—as a former e-mentoring Little\, a current Big\, and a member of the Youth Board. Her passion for mentoring and youth leadership has also led her to serve nationally as a member of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Youth Council. Outside of BBBS\, Sarah volunteers with several local non-profits and loves spending time with her puppy and her Little. \n  \nJana Ferguson\, Check and Connect Program Manager\, University of Minnesota \nJana Hallas Ferguson\, M.Ed. is a Project Coordinator for the Institute on Community Integration for the University of Minnesota\, where she provides training and technical assistance to districts on programs around the country on Check & Connect. Prior to working at the University\, Jana taught special education for ten years in Cy-Fair ISD in Houston\, Texas. She trained district personnel on creating meaningful\, Standards-Based goals and objectives to ensure student success throughout high school and into post-secondary life.  \nAdditionally\, Jana created and conducted annual school-wide training on collecting data on student progress on academic and behavioral IEPs\, facilitated data collection for each grading term\, and provided technical assistance and support for individual teachers when needed. She assisted personnel in implementing IEP programming in the general and special education classrooms as well as served as a facilitator in parent/teacher communication to ensure the needs of students were met for all students with disabilities throughout the campus. Mrs. Ferguson has a Master’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in Low Incidence Disabilities from Texas A&M University. Her undergraduate degree was completed at Coe College\, where she double-majored in secondary education and history. \n  \nCesar Barragan\, Executive Director\, Brothers on the Rise \nCesar Barragan brings a rich blend of cultural understanding\, educational expertise\, and community engagement to his role as Executive Director of Brothers on the Rise (BOTR). Raised bilingual and bicultural in vibrant Baja\, Mexico\, and San Diego\, California\, Cesar has dedicated his career to empowering young people\, particularly boys and young men of color\, to reach their full potential through education\, mentorship\, and community connection. \nBefore joining BOTR\, Cesar spent several years teaching across grade levels in the Bay Area\, from kindergarten and first grade to high school\, where he became a specialist in Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish instruction. His passion for teaching evolved beyond academics to focus on nurturing the whole person\, inspiring his transition into youth development and leadership work. \nAt BOTR\, Cesar leads with a deep commitment to equity\, healing\, and empowerment. He oversees programs that build critical life skills\, promote positive identity development\, and prepare youth for academic\, personal\, and professional success. \nIn addition to his leadership and teaching experience\, Cesar has supervised community survey implementation for the Hayward Promise Neighborhood initiative\, advancing community-based research and engagement. A dedicated community artist and curator\, he continues to use creativity as a bridge for connection\, reflection\, and social change. \n  \n \nJulie Rogers Bascom\, Director of Learning and Leadership\, National Youth Leadership Council \nJulie Rogers Bascom is a service-learning leader from Minneapolis\, MN who has been supporting youth workers\, teachers and young people to use service-learning as a strategy to solve problems in their communities for over 17 years. Her passion for supporting young people to become problem solvers formed when her own children attended an Oakland\, CA school where every student\, every year was engaged in service-learning. Julie also serves on non-profit boards that encourage civic engagement: the League of Women Voters and Doing Good Together\, an effort to empower families to raise caring and engaged children. She also coaches and leads workshops on Respectful Conversations in Schools\, a protocol designed for teachers and students to address controversial topics. Rogers Bascom has presented at local and national workshops on how to incorporate service into curriculum and community. \n  \n  \nFor questions\, or to schedule a consultation\, please contact us at nylcweb@nylc.org.This event will take place on Wednesday\, October 22 at 11:00 AM CT via Zoom. You will receive the link to join the Zoom call closer to the date.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/powerful-youth-adult-partner/
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SUMMARY:New Year\, New Impact: Service-Learning 101
DESCRIPTION:August 16 | 12pm CDT\nKick off the school year with purpose! This energizing webinar introduces the essentials of high-quality service-learning\, blending academic goals with meaningful service and student leadership. Perfect for educators and program leaders looking to re-engage students\, build community\, and create real-world impact from day one. Let’s make this school year one of purpose and possibility!\n \nRegister here.\nFor questions\, or to schedule a consultation\, please contact us at nylcweb@nylc.org.This virtual event will take place on Tuesday\, August 26 at 12:00 PM CT via RingCentral. You will receive the link to join the after registering.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/new-year-new-impact/
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Service-Learning to Support the Arizona Seal of Civics Literacy
DESCRIPTION:August 13 | 1:30 PM CT/12:30 PM MT\nJoin the National Youth Leadership Council for a brief yet impactful virtual session designed specifically for Arizona school district leaders and educators.  \nThis 30-minute event will highlight how high-quality service-learning can be a powerful strategy to support students in achieving the Arizona Seal of Civics Literacy.  \nDuring this session\, you will: \n\nLearn how service-learning aligns with the Seal of Civics Literacy criteria\nDiscover tools and resources to help integrate service-learning into your curriculum\nHear how NYLC can support your district with training\, curriculum planning\, and ongoing guidance\n\n  \nWhether you’re just beginning to explore the Seal of Civics Literacy or looking to deepen your existing efforts\, this session will provide practical insights and pathways for success. \nRegister now and join us in empowering students to become informed\, active\, and engaged citizens through service-learning. \nFor questions\, or to schedule a consultation\, please contact us at nylcweb@nylc.org. \nThis event will take place on Wednesday\, August 13 at 1:30 PM CT/12:30 PM MT via Zoom. You will receive the link to join the Zoom call closer to the date.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/unlocking-the-power-of-service-learning-to-support-the-arizona-civic-seal/
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:August 13 | 9 AM CDT\nYouth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities by addressing community health\, education\, environment\, or civics and democracy issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a guided service-learning experience from September through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 4\, 2025. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-qa-session-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T090000
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:June 4 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am CDT\nYouth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities by addressing community health\, education\, environment\, or civics and democracy issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a guided service-learning experience from September through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 4\, 2025. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-qa-session-3/
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Youth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities by addressing community health\, education\, environment\, or civics and democracy issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a guided service-learning experience from September through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 4\, 2025. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-qa-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T160000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Service-Learning to Support the California Civic Seal of Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Youth Leadership Council for a brief yet impactful virtual session designed specifically for California school district leaders and educators.  \nThis 30-minute event will highlight how high-quality service-learning can be a powerful strategy to support students in achieving the California State Seal of Civic Engagement. \nDuring this session\, you will: \n\nLearn how service-learning aligns with the Civic Seal criteria\nExplore real-world examples from California school districts\nDiscover tools and resources to help integrate service-learning into your curriculum\nHear how NYLC can support your district with training\, curriculum planning\, and ongoing guidance\n\n  \nWhether you’re just beginning to explore the Civic Seal or looking to deepen your existing efforts\, this session will provide practical insights and pathways for success. \nRegister now and join us in empowering students to become informed\, active\, and engaged citizens through service-learning. \nFor questions\, or to schedule a consultation\, please contact us at nylcweb@nylc.org. \nThis event will take place on Thursday\, May 8 at 3:30 CST/1:30 PST via Zoom. You will receive the link to join the Zoom call closer to the date.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/service-learning-california-civic-seal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T110000
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SUMMARY:Voices of Change Panel: Service-Learning and Civic Engagement
DESCRIPTION:March 12 @ 11:00 am-12:30 pm CDT\n				\n		\n  \n\nAs part of Civic Learning Week\, we are excited to present “Voices of Change Panel: Service-Learning and Civic Engagement.” This insightful panel discussion will bring together youth\, educators\, and service-learning experts to discuss the pivotal role of service-learning in fostering civic engagement and empowering the next generation of leaders. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how service-learning initiatives can inspire active citizenship and drive positive community change. \n\nDiscussion topics will include: \n\n\nThe role of service-learning in promoting civic responsibility among youth.\n\nSuccess stories and impactful service-learning experiences from students and educators.\n\nBest practices for integrating service-learning into educational curricula.\n\nChallenges and opportunities in fostering civic engagement through service-learning.\n\nFuture directions for service-learning and its potential to shape a more engaged society.\n\n\n  \nGuest speakers include: \n \nAce Parsi\, Director of Coalition Engagement at iCivics \nAce’s civics journey began when he and his family immigrated to the US from Iran when he was eight. His own experience as an English language learner and free and reduced price lunch student led him towards a passion for utilizing education as a driver for greater equity and inclusion.   He holds a Masters in Public Policy Degree from the Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California\, Berkeley.  He is a proud resident of Morgantown\, West Virginia where he resides with his wife\, Clare\, and daughter\, Ella. \n \nKayla Pilgrim\, Youth250 National Advisory Bureau with MadeByUs \nKayla Pilgrim is a member of the Youth250 National Advisory Bureau with Made By Us\, where she contributes to civic programming and dialogue in preparation for the U.S. semiquincentennial. A recent graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago\, she earned her BA in Political Science at just 18 years old. With experience in government agencies\, national organizations\, and public institutions\, her work centers on advocacy\, public affairs\, and strategic communication. Bringing fresh perspectives to complex challenges\, she is dedicated to championing civic engagement\, building sustainable community coalitions\, and mobilizing the next generation to drive meaningful change. \nDr. Michelle Herczog\, Program Manager at Californians for Civic Learning & Co-Director of the California Civic Learning Initiative at Teach Democracy \nDr. Michelle Herczog is a nationally recognized expert in U.S. history and civics instruction\, with extensive experience shaping social studies education at local\, state\, and national levels. She serves as Program Manager of Californians for Civic Learning and is Co-Director of the California Civic Learning Initiative at Teach Democracy. Dr. Herczog is a Past President of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and has held key leadership roles\, including Vice-Chair of the California Instructional Quality Commission and a contributor to the College\, Career\, and Civic Life (C3) Framework for Social Studies State Standards. With deep experience in curriculum\, assessment\, and policy\, Dr. Herczog is committed to preparing students for informed\, engaged participation in democracy. \n  \nFacilitated by: \n \nAdonai Yidnekachew\, NYLC Youth Advisory Council \nMy name is Adonai Yidnekachew! I am focused on equity in my schools and my community as I am part of an international non-profit organization\, ARCC\, which fights to eliminate racism and educate anti-racism and have brought that fight in my school community with a club called SOAR working for equity at Chaska High School and District 112. We hope to educate students\, the next generation\, about a diverse range of cultures so they can put aside their differences and help eliminate their biases. I love to lead\, take up challenges\, and work on bringing youth voices to change-making spaces\, so all of our voices can be heard! I am excited and ready to represent a diverse range of youth in advocacy issues that matter to them\, around the nation! \n  \nWho Should Attend: \n\n\nStudents and young adults\n\nEducators and school administrators\n\nYouth program coordinators\n\nCommunity leaders and activists\n\nParents and guardians\n\nAnyone interested in civic education and youth empowerment\n\n\n\nThe webinar recording of this event will be shared with all registered attendees after the event! 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/service-learning-civic-engagement-panel/
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Peacemaking Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an info session on the Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort! \nThe Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort empowers young leaders in grades 6-12 to take action on issues of conflict resolution\, community building\, and building peace in their schools and communities. Leadership teams\, alongside an adult mentor\, will engage in a guided service-learning experience from March – September 2025\, identifying local challenges and implementing solutions that promote understanding\, collaboration\, and social change. Participants will receive training\, resources\, and mini-grants to support their projects. \nWant to learn more? Attend a Youth as Solutions Q&A Session to get an overview of the program and answers to any questions about the application process.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-peacemaking-qa-session-2/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T103000
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Peacemaking Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an info session on the Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort! \nThe Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort empowers young leaders in grades 6-12 to take action on issues of conflict resolution\, community building\, and building peace in their schools and communities. Leadership teams\, alongside an adult mentor\, will engage in a guided service-learning experience from March – September 2025\, identifying local challenges and implementing solutions that promote understanding\, collaboration\, and social change. Participants will receive training\, resources\, and mini-grants to support their projects. \nWant to learn more? Attend a Youth as Solutions Q&A Session to get an overview of the program and answers to any questions about the application process.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-peacemaking-qa-session/
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SUMMARY:The Future of Leadership Starts Here
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting event on February 12 from 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM CST\, as we unveil BIG updates that will shape the future of our work with youth\, educators\, and communities! \nFor over four decades\, NYLC has stood as the leading expert in service-learning in the United States. As we have witnessed rapid and remarkable changes in how young people engage with their communities over these last few years\, we are excited to announce that NYLC is embracing a new era that reflects our commitment to evolving alongside the young people we serve.  \nThis 45-minute webinar will highlight how NYLC is evolving to meet the needs of young people. Be the first to hear from our leadership team and learn how you can be part of this journey! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect and collaborate with champions of youth leadership and service-learning.  \n  \nRegister today to reserve your spot!   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/the-future-of-leadership-starts-here/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Changemakers: A Panel Discussion on Youth Leadership
DESCRIPTION:February 5 @ 4:30 pm–6:00 pm CST\nIn celebration of Youth Leadership Month\, we invite you to join us for “Cultivating Changemakers: A Panel Discussion on Youth Leadership”. This dynamic event will bring together inspiring young leaders\, educators\, and youth advocates to explore the critical role of youth in shaping their communities and the world. Through engaging dialogue and powerful stories\, we will highlight how youth leadership\, voice\, and action are driving positive change. \n\n\n\nDiscussion topics will include: \n\n\n\n\nThe importance of youth leadership in today’s world.\n\n\n\nEmpowering youth to find and use their voice for advocacy and change.\n\n\n\nReal-life examples of youth-led initiatives and their impact.\n\n\n\nStrategies for fostering leadership skills and civic engagement among young people.\n\n\n\nOvercoming challenges and barriers faced by young leaders.\n\n  \nGuest speakers include: \n \nDom Verwey\n \nDriven by family\, authentic action\, nature\, and reflection – Dom is an international school service learning educator with a passion for supporting those around him to develop their service leadership endeavours\, especially young solutionary changemakers. He is inspired by the ways in which we can collaboratively draw on a constellation of knowledge\, skills\, and dispositions to regeneratively solve some of the world’s deepest systemic challenges. He has an academic background in exercise physiology and neurocognition\, and holds a Master’s degree in Climate Change and Development through the University of London SOAS. Dom loves bringing together multiple stakeholders to co-construct new pathways in education\, for both inside and outside the classroom. \n\n\n\nFeven Tesfaye \nFeven Tesfaye is a junior at Burnsville High School\, located in Minnesota. She is deeply interested in the forms of advocacy amongst youth and the intersection of service learning and environmental equality. She has served as a Congressional District representative for the Minnesota Youth Council\, which is continuing to place importance on environmental sustainability with the hopes of increasing interaction with young people. She is keen on equity for all minorities to have a right to speak out\, and continues to help this mission as a Youth Fellow for her county’s League of Women Voters. At her school\, she participates in a Youth Service Advisory Council\, Speech and Debate\, Student Council\, and Women in Stem in all hopes of getting more service participation with the students at her school. She is excited to interact with people across the country and create a more interactive and sustainable youth-led future! \nJahnavi Rao \nJahnavi Rao is the President and Founder of New Voters\, a youth-led 501(c)3 that empowers high school students to be heard and prioritized in politics. Since starting New Voters 7 years ago as a junior in high school\, the over 300 directors and interns have civically engaged tens of thousands of high school students across 400 high schools in 39 states. She also serves as the Director and Founder of the New Voters Research Network\, the convener of the New Voters Collaborative\, and a Senior Fellow at the Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement at the University of Maryland. Previously\, Jahnavi served as an intern in the White House Office of Public Engagement where she helped drive youth engagement\, Deputy Campaign Manager on a state-legislative race\, Director of “Boston Votes!” at the Harvard Kennedy School\, and youth head of Youth Engagement and Millennial Participation at the DNC. Jahnavi has been recognized as a 2025 Forbes 30 under 30 recipient\, a L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth\, an Aspen Ideas Festival Fellow in the Raikes Family Foundation Cohort\, and a Rhodes Scholar Finalist. Jahnavi graduated from Harvard College in May 2023\, majoring in Government with a minor in Music.  \nSyed Murtaza-Rose \nSyed is passionate about learning\, youth development and community. Previously\, he has worked for an education nonprofit leading professional development\, service-learning\, and DEI initiatives. Within his own community\, he is involved with his local boards and commissions\, participates in community gardening\, and started a mutual aid group. As NYLC’s Youth as Solutions Program Director\, Syed is excited to learn and work alongside youth and adults to understand ways we can collectively make change and develop the next generation of leaders. \n  \nPanel Facilitator: \n \nMadelyn Qayyum \nMadelyn Qayyum is a junior at Obra D. Tompkins High School in Houston\, Texas. An advocate for positive psychology\, gender empowerment\, and digital wellbeing\, Madelyn serves in organizations such as United Nations Girl Up and Half the Story. When she’s not pursuing her academic and personal interests\, you can find her running through a local park\, curating Spotify playlists\, or reading Stoic philosophy. With NYLC’s YAC\, she hopes to use her creative communication skills to inspire positive social change at a national and global scale! \n  \nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\n\nStudents and young adults\n\n\n\nEducators and school administrators\n\n\n\nYouth program coordinators\n\n\n\nCommunity leaders and activists\n\n\n\nParents and guardians\n\n\n\nAnyone interested in youth development and leadership\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe webinar recording of this event will be shared with all registered attendees after the event! 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/cultivating-changemakers-a-panel-discussion-on-youth-leadership-2/
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SUMMARY:Global Insights: International Service-Learning Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Global Insights\, a lively panel with service-learning experts from around the world! We’ll explore how service-learning supports youth development\, highlighting how different cultures and schools use service-learning to promote global citizenship. \n\n\n\nLearn about new practices and strategies that make a real difference in communities worldwide! \n  \n\n\n\nDiscussion topics will include: \n\n\n\n\nHow service-learning builds leadership\, empathy\, and civic engagement.\n\n\n\nSuccess stories from international service-learning projects.\n\n\n\nHow service-learning promotes global awareness and responsibility.\n\n\n\nEnsuring fairness and mutual benefit in service-learning projects.\n\n\n\nThe importance of community involvement in service-learning.\n\n\n\nNew trends and future opportunities in service-learning.\n\n\n\n\n  \nGuest speakers include: \n Sarah Stanlick\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative and Global Studies and the Director of the Great Problems Seminar at Worcester Polytechnic Institute \nSarah was the founding director of Lehigh University’s Center for Community Engagement and faculty member in Sociology and Anthropology. She co-chairs the Imagining America Assessing Practices of Public Scholarship (APPS) collective\, which focuses on democratically-engaged assessment practices to empower and transform systems\, communities\, and individuals.  She is also the co-director of the Community-Based Global Learning Collaborative (The Collaborative)\, a membership organization dedicated to advancing community-based global learning and research for more just\, inclusive\, and sustainable communities. \n  \n \nIsabella Alchorne\, Representative from Movimento Futuro (Future Movement) \nIsabella Alchorne is Brazilian\, with a degree in Law from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (2016) and in Pedagogy from Instituto Singularidades (2021). She is a Master’s student in the Postgraduate Program in Education: Teacher Training at the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo\, studying life purpose and learning assessment. In 2018\, she co-founded the Associação Movimento Futuro\, which aims to mitigate the soft skills problems of children\, adolescents\, and young people through educational projects focused on developing life purpose and soft skills\, as well as teacher training. During this period\, she has written educational materials on life purpose\, soft skills\, and service-learning for teachers; as well as evaluated Brazilian and international awards in these three areas. Additionally\, she has been conducting teacher training on service-learning for public schools in partnership with CLAYSS since 2020. Isabella is also a teacher of life purpose to students at middle and high school. \n \nFelix Lorenzen\, Managing Director at Stiftung Lernen durch Engagement (Foundation Learning through Civic Engagement) \nFelix Lorenzen is a managing director at the Berlin-based Stiftung Lernen durch Engagement (Foundation Learning through Civic Engagement). He co-initiated both the transnational project Service-Learning for Democracy in Europe (SLEAD) and the European Network for Service-Learning in Schools and Organizations (SLESON). A main focus of his work at the foundation is to help teachers implement Service-Learning in civic education on European topics and to connect schools in Germany with those in other parts of Europe. Felix studied Political Science in Germany\, Spain\, Sweden\, and the United States. He has been working in the non-profit sector since 2010\, with a strong emphasis on youth participation\, youth mobility\, and educational justice. \n  \nPanel Facilitator: \n \nKatherine Nguyen\, NYLC Youth Advisory Council Member \nKatherine Nguyen is a current Junior at Clayton High School located in St. Louis\, Missouri. As a proud midwestern Vietnamese American\, she works in her community for Asian American advocacy. She is a leader in the Asian American Civic Scholars group\, an intern for the Very Asian Foundation\, and assists her school with the Asian Student Association and other Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion events. She also enjoys other passions including music\, STEM\, and literature. With the YAC she hopes to build leadership skills that will benefit her community. \n  \nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\n\nEducators and school administrators\n\n\n\nYouth program coordinators\n\n\n\nCommunity leaders and activists\n\n\n\nInternational development professionals\n\n\n\nParents and guardians\n\n\n\nStudents and young adults\n\n\n\nAnyone interested in global education and youth development\n\nThe webinar recording of this event will be shared with all registered attendees after the event!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/global-insights-international-service-learning/
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SUMMARY:Empowering Tomorrow: A Panel Discussion on Service-Learning and Character Development of Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening and engaging panel discussion on “Service-Learning and Character Development of Youth.” This event will bring together experts\, educators\, and community leaders to explore the transformative power of service-learning in shaping the character and future of young people. Through thought-provoking dialogue and real-world examples\, you’ll gain valuable insights into: \n\n\n\n\nThe principles and benefits of service-learning in educational settings.\n\n\n\nReal-life examples and success stories of youth character development through service-learning.\n\n\n\nThe role of community partnerships in enriching service-learning experiences.\n\n\n\nStrategies for integrating service-learning into school curriculums and youth programs.\n\n\n\nThe impact of service-learning on civic responsibility\, empathy\, and leadership skills.\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers include: \n\n\n\n\nAmy Meuers\, NYLC CEO\n\n\n\nDr. Arthur Schwartz\, Character.org President\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\n\nEducators and school administrators\n\n\n\nYouth program coordinators\n\n\n\nStudents and young adults\n\n\n\nCommunity leaders and activists\n\n\n\nParents and guardians\n\n\n\nAnyone interested in service-learning and character development of young people\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe webinar recording of this event will be shared with all registered attendees after the event! 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/empowering-tomorrow-a-panel-discussion-on-service-learning-and-character-development-of-youth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T180000
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Youth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities by addressing community health\, educational equity\, environmental justice\, or civics and democracy issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a guided service-learning experience from October through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 13\, 2025. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.  
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-qa-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T133000
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Youth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities by addressing community health\, educational equity\, environmental justice\, or civics and democracy issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a guided service-learning experience from October through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 13\, 2025. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.  
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-info-session-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T013107
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SUMMARY:Service-Learning is Civic Learning
DESCRIPTION:Service-learning is an educational approach that combines meaningful service with learning\, emphasizing reciprocal benefits for both the students and the community. When designed thoughtfully\, service-learning aligns with and enhances civic education by active participation in community issues and solving real-world problems.  Young people develop critical thinking skills essential for informed civic participation.  Listen\, share and learn about the intersection of service-learning and civic learning during this 45 minute session.  \n\n\n\nCan’t make this webinar? Schedule a free consultation with one of our service-learning experts to talk about how service-learning can enhance your civic education goals.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/service-learning-is-civic-learning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T170000
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SUMMARY:Service-Learning and Social Emotional Learning
DESCRIPTION:Young people become engaged when they apply their learning to real life scenarios. With engagement comes youth voice\, positive youth outcomes and practice with life skills. In this workshop for in school and afterschool leaders and workers\, learn how to use service-learning as a teaching and learning strategy that can lead to hoped for SEL outcomes. \n\n\n\nCan’t make this webinar? Schedule a free consultation with one of our service-learning experts to talk about how service-learning can help meet your SEL goals.
URL:https://nylc.org/event/service-learning-and-social-emotional-learning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T013107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T181449Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Service-Learning: Transform Summers into Impactful Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Make every summer count by using service-learning in your summer programming. Combine learning with action  as students embark on a journey of community impact. Share your ideas and learn from others who are using or want to use service-learning this summer to engage youth in meaningful experiences in this 45 minute session.  Summers can become times for youth-led change! \n\n\n\nCan’t make this webinar? Schedule a free consultation with one of our service-learning experts to talk about summer service-learning. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/summer-service-learning-transform-summers-into-impactful-experiences/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T013107
CREATED:20231211T174325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T175506Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Councils and Boards: Elevate Leadership Excellence
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the potential of youth leadership! Empower young voices\, foster collaboration\, and cultivate essential skills that shape the leaders of tomorrow. Join the 45 minute session to consider building a youth board or council and offering opportunities where youth lead with confidence and impact! \n  \nCan’t make this webinar? Schedule a free consultation with one of our service-learning experts to talk about developing youth councils and boards. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-councils-and-boards-elevate-leadership-excellence/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T180000
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SUMMARY:Spotlight: Ignite Change - A Guide to Purposeful Action
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of learning\, collaboration\, and community engagement by delving into an array of captivating topics designed to ignite your passion for service-learning and social impact. Join us for an enriching series of free 30 minute webinars that promise to illuminate the intersection of education and community\, all while embracing the spirit of giving back. Best of all\, it’s completely FREE—our way of making knowledge and inspiration accessible to all. \n\n\n\nAre you ready to make a difference and ignite positive change in your community? Join us for this session to learn how to tackle community needs through awareness\, service\, advocacy\, and more. Expand your service-learning toolkit in just half an hour. \n\n\n\nRegister below! \n\n\n\nCheck out our other upcoming free Spotlight series webinars on the events calendar! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/spotlight-ignite-change-a-guide-to-purposeful-action/
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SUMMARY:Spotlight: Investigation Demystified - Discover the Art of Exploration!
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of learning\, collaboration\, and community engagement by delving into an array of captivating topics designed to ignite your passion for service-learning and social impact. Join us for an enriching series of free 30 minute webinars that promise to illuminate the intersection of education and community\, all while embracing the spirit of giving back. Best of all\, it’s completely FREE—our way of making knowledge and inspiration accessible to all. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a deep dive into investigation\, an essential step in the service-learning process. Discover how to encourage young people to ask questions\, gather essential data\, and uncover root causes of social challenges swiftly and effectively. Elevate your impact through inquiry in just half an hour. \n\n\n\nRegister below! \n\n\n\nCheck out our other upcoming free Spotlight series webinars on the events calendar! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/spotlight-investigation-demystified-discover-the-art-of-exploration/
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SUMMARY:Spotlight: Launching Your Service-Learning Experience - Let's Get Started!
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of learning\, collaboration\, and community engagement by delving into an array of captivating topics designed to ignite your passion for service-learning and social impact. Join us for an enriching series of free 30 minute webinars that promise to illuminate the intersection of education and community\, all while embracing the spirit of giving back. Best of all\, it’s completely FREE—our way of making knowledge and inspiration accessible to all. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this 30 minute webinar as we guide you through launching an impactful service-learning experience. Find out how to seamlessly integrate learning and service to make a difference in your community while achieving learning and growth opportunities for youth. Learn how to identify opportunities\, connect with communities\, and kickstart your journey with confidence. Ignite your passion and embark on a powerful service-learning adventure! \n\n\n\nRegister below! \n\n\n\nCheck out our other upcoming free Spotlight series webinars on the events calendar! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/spotlight-launching-your-service-learning-experience-lets-get-started/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T173000
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SUMMARY:Jumpstart: Introduction to Service-Learning - Where Education Meets Action
DESCRIPTION:The Jumpstart Service-Learning Series is designed to ignite your passion for service\, empower your learning\, and equip you with the tools to create meaningful impact. Discover techniques\, tools\, and strategies that will equip you with actionable insights to drive transformation in the classroom and beyond.  \n\n\n\nIn this Jumpstart virtual workshop\, discover the art of merging education with real-world impact. Learn how to engage and inspire students by connecting classroom concepts to hands-on learning experiences that drive positive change. Gain practical insights into designing effective service-learning experiences that foster academic growth\, personal development\, and community betterment. Elevate your teaching strategies and make education come alive! \n\n\n\nRegister below for $89. If you want to register for all 3 workshops in the Jumpstart series (Intro to Service-Learning\, The Power and Need for Authentic Youth Voice\, and Service-Learning as a Social Justice Strategy)\, the registration fee is $250. If you’d like to do this option\, contact us for access to this special pricing! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/jumpstart-introduction-to-service-learning-where-education-meets-action/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T180000
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CREATED:20230818T150212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T201926Z
UID:6902-1694712600-1694714400@nylc.org
SUMMARY:Spotlight: Reflection\, Reflection\, Reflection - How Small Moments Create Lasting Impact!
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of learning\, collaboration\, and community engagement by delving into an array of captivating topics designed to ignite your passion for service-learning and social impact. Join us for an enriching series of free 30 minute webinars that promise to illuminate the intersection of education and community\, all while embracing the spirit of giving back. Best of all\, it’s completely FREE—our way of making knowledge and inspiration accessible to all. \n\n\n\nDuring this Spotlight\, we will join Susan Ragdale\, author of “Great Group Reflections\,”  for a free session on the power of reflection in service-learning. Learn how to turn your students’ experiences into valuable insights and personal growth. Uncover quick and effective reflection techniques that will enhance your learning journey and deepen your community engagement.  \nRegister below! \nCheck out our other upcoming free Spotlight series webinars on the events calendar! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/spotlight-reflection-reflection-reflection-how-small-moments-create-lasting-impact/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T173000
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Youth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities\, addressing community health\, educational equity\, and environmental justice issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a self-paced\, active learning experience from October through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 13\, 2024. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.   \n\n\n\nTo register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsdu2hpjkoH9f-XArv03cbTHiU2xYWRJII
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-info-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T110000
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CREATED:20230802T192650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T194617Z
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SUMMARY:Youth as Solutions Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Youth as Solutions is creating a generation of citizens who are passionate about making a positive impact in their schools and communities\, addressing community health\, educational equity\, and environmental justice issues. Leadership teams of young people in grades 6-12\, along with an adult mentor\, apply to be part of Youth as Solutions\, where they will participate in a self-paced\, active learning experience from October through May\, identifying and taking action on an issue in their community. Mini-grants for project implementation are included. Applications open until Sept. 13\, 2024. Ready to learn more? Attend a YAS Q&A Session for a brief overview and answers to individual questions about the program or the application form.   \n\n\n\nTo register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckfuGhrDgqH9ejuXrHXaSQRjAF1tP9CpPy 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/youth-as-solutions-info-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T235959
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SUMMARY:Planning & Designing Service-Learning Courses for Teacher Education Programs
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nJoin us Tuesday\, July 11 and Wednesday\, July 12 from 9 AM – 12 PM CST on Zoom! \n\n\n\nThis course is being offered at no cost by the National Youth Leadership Council in collaboration with Innovageous. Teams of 2-3 of higher education faculty for institutions is highly recommended. \n\n\n\nEffective service-learning implementation and design is the foundation of student engagement\, learning\, and success. Learn from experienced educators and service-learning leaders as you work to refine and improve your courses\, and develop courses that meet service-learning requirements for Teacher Education. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlanning and Designing Service-Learning Courses for Teacher Education Programs will be facilitated by service-learning experts who introduce the pedagogy\, process\, research\, and planning of service-learning as an instructional strategy through hands-on experiences. The course will focus on using service-learning as an instructional strategy to improve student outcomes and meet genuine community needs in K-12 classrooms. \n\n\n\nAt the conclusion of this course\, participants will leave with an understanding of how to: \n\n\n\n\nTap into service-learning as a high quality instructional practice \n\n\n\nDesign K-12 service-learning experiences to meet academic standards\n\n\n\nDifferentiate service-learning experiences by grade levels\n\n\n\nIncorporate the K-12 Service-Learning Standards for Quality Practice into curriculum planning \n\n\n\nDevelop a Teacher Education course plan to promotes service-learning as an instructional strategy\, and includes topics\, content\, objectives\, and assessments that support quality service-learning in k-12 classrooms\n\n\n\nIntegrate service-learning into higher education coursework to model effective implementation\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitator Bios: \n\n\n\nShira Woolf Cohen is an educator\, community organizer and leader who has been recognized locally and nationally for her work. Shira spent 19 years at a charter school in Philadelphia where she co-lead the growth of the school from a K-8 with 500 students to a K-12 school with 1500 students in her role as Teacher\, Dean\, Vice Principal and Principal. She served as an Adjunct Instructor at multiple universities and a board member and chair for several local and national nonprofit organizations. She currently supervises aspiring leaders during their principal practicum and teaches pre-service teachers in their graduate program at Holy Family University and University of Phoenix\, and is the facilitator for the National Youth Leadership Council’s Instructional Leadership in Service-Learning Certificate Program. She was a recipient of the G. Bernard Gill Award in Service-Learning Urban Leadership and is a Cohort 3 Senior Neubauer Fellow in Educational Leadership. Shira holds a Bachelors of Science in Middle School Education and Mathematics from Lesley University\, and a Masters of Education in Urban Education and Principal Certification from Temple University. She also completed the National Institute for School Leaders preparation program.  \n\n\n\nAmy Meuers is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Leadership Council\, the leading service-learning organization in the country for more than 40 years. Amy has spent 20 years with NYLC leading both national and international service-learning initiatives that expand the capacity of educators to utilize service-learning as an instructional strategy with students of all age-levels. Under her leadership\, NYLC launched Youth as Solutions\, a national service-learning program that supports teams of youth across the country in addressing issues impacting their communities.  She co-founded the Coalition for Service-Learning to support advocacy efforts for service-learning at the federal level\, and published Equity in Service-Learning: Self Assessment Tools for Quality Engagement\, Engage: Service-Learning for Afterschool\, and the revised Getting Starting in Service-Learning: Integrating the Process into K-12 Teaching. Amy co-designed and facilitates NYLC’s Certificate in Service-Learning Instructional Leadership which has graduated more than 50 leaders in K-12 and higher education over the past two years. She is a graduate of the Hubert H. Humphrey Policy Fellows (21-22) and is a  city commissioner in her hometown of Brooklyn Park\, Mn. Amy holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Administration from Globe University\, and a Masters of Science in Organizational Leadership from Regis University. She also completed Northwestern University Certificate of Executive Leadership and ASU Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://nylc.org/event/planning-designing-service-learning-courses-for-teacher-education-programs/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
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