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The Youth Action Project is a non-profit organization that works to empower San Bernardino's youth to develop the skills and habits needed for economic and social success. Our work is intended to bring positive change by helping local youth graduate from high school, complete college or vocational training, develop work skills, and make responsible choices. Learn more

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Annual Education in Action Summit

Annual Education in Action Summit

By | April 29, 2013 at 4:12 am | No comments |

"Education Is…Creating Your Web of Success" The forum entitled, "Education Is…Creating Your Web of Success" will consist of parents, community leaders, students, teachers, and other professionals involved in all aspects of education and advocacy. This is the 2nd annual...

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YAP WANTS YOU (SEEKING FUND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR)

YAP WANTS YOU (SEEKING FUND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR)

By | April 24, 2013 at 10:17 am | No comments |

DEADLINE TO APPLY MAY 25, 2013 The Fund Development Coordinator (this is an AmeriCorps VISTA Position) is responsible for all aspects of the annual Development Plan and works closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to ensure adherence to the organization’s fund...

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Education Department Launches New Loan Counseling Tools to Help Borrowers Manage Their Debt

Education Department Launches New Loan Counseling Tools to Help Borrowers Manage Their Debt

By | April 2, 2013 at 6:57 am | No comments |

Students who are graduating this spring are now able to take advantage of new tools that can help them better understand their loan debt and stay on track in repayment. The U.S. Department of Education has launched two key features on its StudentLoans.gov website: a Complete...

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Employment and Training Administration’s Job Search Tools are going Mobile

Employment and Training Administration’s Job Search Tools are going Mobile

By | February 7, 2013 at 1:20 pm | No comments |

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration has a number of great online tools to help Americans find new employment or learn new skills from training providers in their community. In the past year alone, more than 40 million people have accessed...

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6th Annual  Child Abuse Prevention 3k/5k

6th Annual Child Abuse Prevention 3k/5k

By | January 19, 2013 at 6:47 am | No comments |

6th Annual  Child Abuse Prevention Run/Walk When: Saturday, April 6th 2013, 8am-11am Join YAP and CASA for the annual 3K/5K in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month.  This is an event for the whole family and for those looking to keep up with...

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