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In the News…. International Youth Day hits Lethbridge
Doing Our Efforts Simply (D.O.E.S.)
Light is a youth-run volunteer group
that was created by Volunteer Leth-
bridge in early 2015. The goal of
D.O.E.S. Light is to enhance youth
involvement through volunteerism in
the community. D.O.E.S. Light mem-
bers work to develop skills, create new
experiences and open doors to exciting
opportunities. This program empowers
the younger generation to be actively
engaged in the happenings of the com-
munity, while also becoming a part of a
welcoming environment through volun-
teerism. D.O.E.S. Light currently is
made up of 5 members; Genna, Mi-
chael, Zach, Kaatje and Clara. They
are all high school students who are
looking to make positive impacts in
their community.
On August 12, 2015, they put on their first successful event for International Youth Day. At this event they had speak-
ers who talked about youth engagement, local youth musicians, food vendors, many activities and booths from different
community groups. The event had just over 110 attendees and was an inspiration to youth in the community. FCSS
Lethbridge was a huge supporter of this event and without their sponsorship we would not have had the successful day
we did!
D.O.E.S. Light and the International Youth Day event plan to continue to grow and develop. D.O.E.S. Light is seeking more members so that they can have a more active presence in the community. They have already begun planning International Youth Day for next year! The support and funding from FCSS for Volunteer Lethbridge and our programs, such as D.O.E.S. Light, makes amazing opportunities like this possible.
Article & picture courtesy of Volunteer Lethbridge Association
Community and Social Development - City of Lethbridge Volume 4 Issue 25 Aug. 14, 2015
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“We cannot always build a future for our youth,
but we can always build our youth for the future” Franklin D. Roosevelt
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Seen in the Community
Community & Social Development Group City of Lethbridge
Enjoying the sunshine and entertainment
Youth Action Committee reps Spencer Holst, Will Kellett & Lib-erty Charissage at International Youth Day festivities held at Galt Gardens Aug 12.