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YLAV is a local youth-led coalition focused on dating and sexual abuse awareness and prevention. The group is made up of high school and college students from Kent County that share a common interest in eliminating violence from our community.
For more information on how to join YLAV go to ylav.org.
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Young Leaders Against Violence (YLAV) is a coalition for youth leaders who strive towards ending sexual and domestic violence, as well as educating themselves and others on these issues. YLAV will be hosting an event, Meet Your Elected Officials, to educate elected officials on sexual and domestic violence, as well as prevention, and to familiarize youth with their elected officials.
Meet Your Elected Officials, will be held on Monday, September 10th from 4:30-6:00 pm. This FREE event will be held at the YWCA of West Central Michigan, 25 Sheldon Blvd SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503.
The event will begin with domestic and sexual violence education, led by local youth leaders, followed by a panel discussion. The panelists include: State Representative Winnie Brinks, State Representative David LaGrand, and State Representative Chris Afendoulis. Meet Your Elected Officials, will be emceed by local community activist and YLAV Alum, Denavvia Mojet.
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