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September 2006, Volume 1 number 2

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Back to School — Get Prepared!
Does your school have an emergency preparedness response plan?
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Recognize your youth and young adult volunteer! The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards deadline October 31
By: Kathryn A. Forbes, National Chair of Volunteers
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News at a Glance
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Stay tuned to CrossNet for more information about Youth and Young Adult INVOLVEment Strategic Investment Grants
Twenty-five chapters will be awarded grants to assist in the investment of youth and young adult programs and services.
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Volunteer Activity: Involving Youth and Young Adults as part of a Response Communication Team
Involving youth and young adults in all aspects of field unit functions is essential to help further the mission of the American Red Cross. With the help of youth and young adults you will also be able to further response communication into diverse communities.
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Spotlight on Youth: The Measles Initiative and the "bigger picture"
By: Amita Kulkarni, youth volunteer, American Red Cross of Northwest New Jersey
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Darren Foster, Manager (202) 303-8442 FosterDa@usa.redcross.org
Phebean During, Sr. Associate DuringP@usa.redcross.org
Susan Diranian, Business Planning Analyst DiranianS@usa.redcross.org

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