Entries by Danielle Varner

Senator Manchin Letter Concerning Reconciliation Legislation

June 27, 2022 /0 Comments/in , /by

The Reconnecting Youth Campaign is urging Senator Manchin to move forward with reconciliation legislation that will provide critical supports to Opportunity Youth. Sign on here. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ July 1, 2022 The Honorable Joe Manchin  U.S. Senator 306 Hart Senate Office Building Washington D.C. 20510 Dear Senator Manchin: Young adults, people with criminal records, and the long-term unemployed […]

Opportunity Youth Community Recommendations for CV-4 Legislation

April 2, 2020 /0 Comments/in /by

As Congress considers legislation to aid the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic (a fourth phase of legislation, or CV-4), we come together as advocates for and with Opportunity Youth (16- to 24-year-olds who are not employed and not in school) to provide recommendations that will help reconnect youth, aid young workers and stabilize the economy. Our recommendations are grounded in the following principles:

Jasmin Angeles on being a Role Model

January 6, 2020 /0 Comments/in /by

“I want to be someone who makes a difference for the younger generation, and who stands for what is true and right. I want to help others understand that when an opportunity comes their way, it’s important to improve themselves and take it.”

Paola Flores on Overcoming Obstacles

December 20, 2019 /0 Comments/in /by

“Paola has been a positive influence in so many ways to her peers in encouraging them to continue in life no matter the obstacles. She shares with them that she herself has faced many obstacles but continues to work towards success every day.”

Kiara Alexis on Growth

December 20, 2019 /0 Comments/in /by

“I felt fortunate to be in that position and I wished other people I knew could be alongside me. That, along with the love I was shown, really helped me grow.  Just the thought of knowing I had so much support made me feel like I couldn’t fail.”

Justin Baker on Community Health

December 19, 2019 /0 Comments/in /by

“Imagine having a community farm or garden in your neighborhood – that can change the dynamic of so many things,” said Justin. “Why is this work important? Well, our health is important. Just having the youth tell people of the community, that’s how people receive it better – we’re actually the leaders right now.”