From: Deshane.Velasquez, Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS)
The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) Youth Empowerment Series (YES) is accepting applicants for the 2018-19 school year, and we would love to have high school students from your community be a part of our program!
YES offers students an opportunity to participate in several workshops centered on youth development and engagement, such as goal setting, public speaking, resume building and community service activities. The core values underlying the program seek to provide youth with a blueprint to implement change in their community. Students in the program will provide their input and insight on current issues, build workforce skills and develop as leaders. Through career panels, networking and participation, students in the program will also gain exposure to policy and understand how DHS serves Georgians.
During the sessions, we will introduce the services offered by DHS. Students will hear from representatives that work in our divisions of Aging Services, Child Support Services and Family and Children Services. Then, students will be given a chance to provide their input and insight on these services. For more information, the program details can be found at dhs.georgia.gov/youth-empowerment-series-yes.
The application for participation can be found at dhs.georgia.gov/apply-yes. The deadline to apply is April 13th.
Please note: Accepted students must commit to attending four Saturday sessions in their region of the state throughout the 2018-19 school year. Transportation is required.
For any questions, please feel free to contact Deshane.Velasquez@dhs.ga.gov or 404-463-0745.
YES-Application-2018-2019.pdf
