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150,000 Reasons to Celebrate: Youth Advocacy at Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s Legislative Days

The voices of Nebraska’s youth proved to be a powerful force, swaying Governor Jim Pillen to support crucial legislation impacting food security for 150,000 children in Nebraska. The young advocates, representing communities across Nebraska, presented compelling arguments at Legislative Days, ultimately influencing the governor’s decision. Their success highlights the transformative impact of youth advocacy in shaping policy.

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Posted in Legislature, Middle Childhood, News and Events, Systems, Teen/Early Adulthood

From Lincoln to Valentine, Youth Voice Shapes Local Afterschool Programs in Nebraska

The Beyond School Bells (BSB) Youth Leadership Council (YLC) in Nebraska empowers high school students to make a difference in their afterschool programs. The council creates and proposes projects to enhance afterschool activities and address unmet needs.

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