The World Literacy Foundation is looking for teens and young adults in the Richmond region who are passionate about reading and taking on leadership roles in their community and beyond. The organization's Youth Ambassador program provides a platform for 15- to 25-year-olds to advocate for literacy and for increased community education and awareness about the importance of reading skills for lifelong benefits. Nominations for the program are now being accepted. The 4-month youth leadership development initiative will provide training and support, plus connection to 600 other young people around the world. Nearly 60 percent of children from low-income backgrounds do...
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