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Advocate for Afterschool, Summer, and Community Learning Programs
Youth Community Connections focuses on creating, supporting and implementing comprehensive policies that ensure all children and youth have access to high-quality afterschool, summer and year-round learning opportunities. Join our collaborative efforts to raise awareness and understanding about the benefits of engaging in quality afterschool, summer and community learning opportunities.
Talking Points for the Afterschool, Summer and Community Learning Opportunities (PDF)
Leveraging Resources for Afterschool Learning Opportunities (PDF)
Legislative Congratulatory Letter Template (Word)
Rally for Youth Day at the Capitol
The Rally for Youth Day at the Capitol will be on Thursday, March 3, 2011. The highlight of the event will be the Rally for Youth in the Rotunda at 12:00 p.m and meetings with state legislators. There will be capitol tours, committee hearings, and a few other events for youth to participate in throughout the afternoon.
Policy or Legislative Updates and Summaries
2011 YCC Legislative Priorities
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Chamber Action - 05/23 - 27/11 Chamber Action - 05/16 - 20/11 Committee and Out-of-School Time Bill Updates - 05/12/11 Conference Committees - 4/21/2011 Federal Policy Update: Budget Deal Implications - 4/14/2011 House and Senate Pass Bills - 3/21-25/11 Conference Committee Update and Relevant Out-of-School Time Bills - 4/25-29/11
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Minnesota Senate and House Pass Budget Bills that Jeopardize Youth Employment Programs - March 31, 2011 Support Federal 21st CCLC Funding for Afterschool & Summer Programs - December 2, 2010 We Need You! - Contact Your Newly Elected Officials - November 23, 2010
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Contact your own state or federal representatives or senators and encourage them to support public resources for afterschool and community-based activities.