Share Your Talents and Be Part of Something Special!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 18, 2024 – Bradford, ON
The Youth Empowerment Collective (YEC) is excited to announce that submissions are now open for the Youth Empowerment Book Project. Youth aged 5–17 in Bradford and East Gwillimbury are invited to submit their talents, stories, and creativity to be featured in a one-of-a-kind book..
The Youth Empowerment Book Project is all about giving young people a chance to share their passions and inspire others. Whether you’re an artist, performer, athlete, musician, LEGO builder, TikToker, or even a proud pet rock collector—this is your chance to shine! No talent is too big or small.
Francesca Licursi, founder of YEC, says, "My hope is that these stories, talents, and voices will inspire other youth to never give up on their dreams. This project is about empowering youth to express themselves and celebrate their unique talents."
Celebrating Youth Creativity
This exciting project gives young people a platform to showcase their unique talents and achievements. Whether it’s a drawing, poem, personal story, photo, or video of a special skill, YEC wants to highlight the amazing potential of local youth. The final book will officially launch at the Youth Empowerment Day Festival on May 4, 2025, in Bradford. Selected youth will also have the chance to showcase their talents live at the event!
Submission Details
Eligible Participants: Youth aged 5–17 in Bradford and East Gwillimbury.
What to Submit: Artwork, stories, poems, photos, or performance videos.
Submission Deadline: February 1, 2025.
How to Submit: Visit www.youthempowermentcollective.ca
Teachers, coaches, and community leaders are encouraged to help youth participate. We’ve created a Resource Guide that provides helpful tips, activities, and ideas to get the creative juices flowing. Download it today and empower your youth to be part of this exciting project!
Let’s celebrate the creativity and talent of our youth! Together, we can showcase their amazing abilities and inspire others.
About Youth Empowerment Collective
The Youth Empowerment Collective (YEC) is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to empowering youth through creativity and community engagement. YEC works to eliminate barriers and provide opportunities for young people to express themselves and shine.
For more information or media inquiries, please contact:
Francesca Licursi
Founder & Director
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