Youth Leadership: Western NY Region

Youth Leadership

The Youth Leadership Program (YLP) of the Greater Rochester Chapter of the American Red Cross was created for the purpose of developing high achieving and diverse young leaders across Monroe County at the high school level. Through this FREE program, Youth learn essential Leadership, Life Skills and Service Skills that they can take back to their homes, schools, community and utilize in support of Red Cross’ mission. Unlike a traditional classroom, students will experience a more interactive experience through weekly workshops and field trips, allowing for real-life exposure and a more hands-on approach.

WHAT:

Benefits:

Meet new people
Improve self-awareness and personal confidence
Experience development in diverse topics
Experience and participate in American Red Cross mission-based service projects
Learn about career and volunteer opportunities at the American Red Cross
Network with local Community Leaders and Red Cross Staff/Volunteers
Experience organizations in the local community through field trips
Knowledge to start a Red Cross Club in their school
Opportunity to gain community service hours required for graduation
Improve career & job readiness skills

Previous Session Topics have included but are not limited to:
Self-Awareness, Public Speaking, Project Management, Preparedness and Disaster Services and Blood Services.

WHO:

Youth 9-12th grade actively enrolled in a Monroe County High School

WHERE & WHEN:

Workshops will take place on Wednesdays at 4 PM from January 19th – June 8th

We plan to have the 2022 program in-person and will be following all CDC and Red Cross guidelines and recommendations – this includes mask wearing (if still needed) regardless of vaccination status.

Location TBD

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have satisfactory school attendance;

Must have a willingness to take on a volunteer role in the Red Cross, their school and/or the community;

Acceptance into the program will be determined based on application, interviews from Youth Leadership Program staff, volunteers, and committee members;

It is the student's responsibility to inquire about the program, and to fill out and submit their application in order to be considered. Applications submitted by anyone other than the student themselves will not be accepted.

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Apply Today:

Applications are available electronically via this link or in PDF format here. For inquiries or questions about the program contact:

Kristen Clineburg, Youth Leadership Program Specialist at 585-397-6266 or kristen.clineburg@redcross.org

HOW:

Download an application here. The deadline to submit an application is Dec. 1.

Formulario de solicitud en español

For inquiries or questions about the program contact:
Kristen Clineburg, Youth Leadership Program Specialist at 585-397-6266 or kristen.clineburg@redcross.org

Western New York Region

Youth Leadership