Archive for January, 2009
RYE NECK SCHOOL LAUNCHES “KIDS WITH A SOLE”
Sunday, January 11th, 2009In April 2008, Kimmie Weeks, founder of Youth Action International (YAI) was a guest speaker at the Rye Neck High School in Mamaroneck, New York. At that time, Mr. Week’s shared his personal story and encouraged Rye Neck’s students to become active global citizens. When the students asked Mr. Weeks what relevant action they may [...]
CHILDREN’S BOOK FEATURES KIMMIE WEEKS & YAI
Sunday, January 11th, 2009One Peace celebrates the “Power of One,” and specifically the accomplishments of children from around the globe who have worked to promote world peace. Janet Wilson challenges today’s children to strive to make a difference in this beautifully illustrated, fact-filled and fascinating volume of portraits of many “heroes for today.”
Canadian Craig Kielburger, who started [...]
Youth Action International is a non-governmental organization that uses grassroots techniques to develop and implement programs that help alleviate the suffering of children affected by war or living in difficult circumstances, empower them to reach their full potential, and break cycles of violence and poverty.
Empowering Africa
Read the YAI 2008 Annual Report: Empowering Africa (pdf)
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