Most people right now are worried about catching COVID-19 but young newly graduates have additional worry of not catching their future. Plans of high school and college newly graduates are on hold now while they are trying to work with what is going on right now as result of COVID-19 pandemic. A recent PHS graduate, “Kelly […]
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Virus pandemic an unprecedented test for a young generation
CHICAGO (AP) — For Jalen Grimes, the virus pandemic is stirring up a slew of emotions. “Annoyed” is the first one the 13-year-old Chicagoan mentions. “Scared, confused, worried.” She was supposed to be enjoying the end of her eighth-grade year, a rite of passage in states like Illinois, with a graduation and a school trip […]
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Youth urged to use voice to protect the environment
President Tommy Remengesau Jr. urged the youth of Palau to use the power of their collective voice to lead campaigns towards protection of the environment. In his opening remarks at the two-, day Youth Conference that started yesterday reminded the youth of what they can achieve for a sustainable future. “Why is the environment important […]
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Are young crusaders and heroes fair game for critics?
NEW YORK — The point where childhood ends and adulthood begins isn’t as straightforward as it seems. Add the limelight and things can get complicated for young people who either voluntarily or through circumstances live very public lives. Those public lives often come with heaping helpings of adult-size sniping. But are children and adolescents who […]
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Youth and Students Trained in Advance of Asia Pacific First Ladies Summit
“It’s kind of scary,” Mary Ann said, even though she had been a volunteer liaison office (LO), once before, earlier this year. Still, the 27-year-old Palauan young lady explained, “I’m excited about challenging my limitations and expanding my experiences.” Like so many other Palauan Youth she will volunteer, receive training, and represent her country by […]
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Youth recognized as best climate advocates at COP 25
Sat 7 December, 2019, COP 25 Madrid— Pacific youth at the global climate negotiations in Madrid have been told they– more than elected leaders– are the most valuable champions for climate action. Fiji’s Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama told youth leaders sharing the stage at a COP 25 high level panel they could speak to the […]