Global Youth Service Day is the largest annual celebration of young volunteers, where millions of young people in countries everywhere highlight and carry out thousands of community improvement projects. GYSD offers a way for local, national, and international organizations to:

BUILD the capacity of an international network of organizations that promotes youth participation, service, and learning;
EDUCATE the public, the media, and policy-makers about the year-round contributions of young people as community leaders around the world;
MOBILIZE youth and adults to meet the needs of their communities through volunteering; and
LEARN and share effective practices in youth service, youth voice, and civic engagement in the world today.

This year City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley will partner with volunteers from across Silicon Valley to transform the campus of Ryan Elementary School on the east side of San Jose. To find out how you can get involved in this day of service, contact Imran Siddiquee at 408.907.6536.

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