20 - 22 Apr 2007: Eighth Annual Global Youth Service Day
2 April, 2007
Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) is celebrated on a designated weekend every April in more than 115 countries. GYSD remembers the year-round contributions of young people as assets and resources in their communities. In April 2007, millions of young people, in partnership with non-Governmental organizations, faith-based institutions, Governments, schools, media, and businesses will address the most pressing needs in their communities and their countries.
GYSD offers a way for organisations to to:
- BUILD the capacity of an international network of organizations that promotes youth participation, service, and learning;
- EDUCATE the public, the media, and policy-makers about the year-round contributions of young people as community leaders around the world;
- MOBILIZE youth and adults to meet the needs of their communities through volunteering; and
- LEARN and share effective practices in youth service, youth voice, and civic engagement in the world today.
For further information, see http://www.GYSD.org/.
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