NLIS 6 March 24, 2003 (Youth Services and Post-Secondary Education) Newfoundland and Labrador Youth of the Year recipients announced Youth Services and Post-Secondary Education Minister Anna Thistle in conjunction with Futures In Newfoundland and Labrador�s Youth (FINALY!) and Memorial University of Newfoundland, today announced the winners of the second annual Newfoundland and Labrador Youth of the Year Awards. These awards, which provide a $500 scholarship to each of the winners, were established to recognize the outstanding achievements of youth ages 15 to 30, who contribute to the social and economic development of our province. The awards were presented in five categories: Expression (artistic endeavors), Innovation (initiative and innovation), Vision (outstanding leadership skills), Linkages (achievements in partnership) and Legacy (preservation of heritage). "The contribution of young people in the social and economic development of our province is substantial," said Minister Thistle. "These awards recognize the pursuits of young people and the vision they share for the prosperity and future growth." "The Department of Career Development and Experimental Learning of the Student Affairs and Services Division of Memorial University is proud to have partnered in the Youth of the Year Awards program," said Rob Shea, director. "This is a wonderful program that celebrates and recognizes the leadership of young people who are giving back to our province in a very tangible way." According to Sarah Mills, FINALY!�s chairperson, "our aim is to empower youth to be active participants in decision-making and implementation of policies and programs that help shape the social and economic framework of our province. These awards recognize the outstanding contributions of these young people." Category
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Home Community BIOGRAPHIES EXPRESSION Olivia has been the recipient of a wide range of awards and certificates for her musical abilities and the promotion of youth involvement and awareness of the issues they face. INNOVATION Niraj was also instrumental in bringing partners together to create Students for Other Students Tutoring (SOS), a free tutoring program for students who were already involved in an elementary program but did not have access to the same services in junior high. In addition, Niraj serves as a member of the Provincial Youth Advisory Committee and the St. John�s Community Youth Network Youth Advisory Board. HERITAGE Jay has also influenced the development of a national advisory committee in handling the perceived lack of Canadian content on the Internet. Stating that the Internet is not a tool but a place, he changed the focus of on-going efforts to ensure Canadian culture is maintained and promoted on-line. In addition, Jay has been active in student council, drama, student leadership conferences and his parish, as well as the Gateway to the Future Youth Council, which promotes youth involvement in social and economic development in his region. LINKAGES Lisa has been heavily involved in anti-smoking campaigns and was a member of Health Canada�s Youth Advisory Committee on Tobacco Reduction. She has addressed audiences at the provincial and national level on her anti-tobacco efforts and has been a champion for bringing young people to the table in a variety of settings to ensure young people are active in the process to develop stronger and healthier communities. VISION Amy has also been involved as an Allied Youth Leader, Memorial University Student Ambassador and canvasser for the Cancer and Heart and Stroke Foundations. Her wide range of volunteer commitments and high skill resulted in her receiving the J.M. Olds Collegiate Citizenship of the Year Award, presented to a student who best personifies academic achievement, leadership, congeniality, spirit and a willingness to help others. Media Contacts:
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