Youth Peace
Initiative
Board of Directors
Sherilyn Henry - Chairperson
Brigid Reilly - Vice Chair
Manjit Purewal - Treasurer
Myat Noe Aye
Jennifer Darcangelo
Carla Harris
Rick Horton
Laurel Larson
Angela McMillan
PeaceJam
is an
international educational program built around
leading Nobel Peace Prize Laureates who work
personally with youth to pass on the spirit,
skills, and wisdom they embody.
The VISION
of
PeaceJam Solano: Peaceful and just
communities worldwide where young people,
recognized and valued, are active leaders and peace
makers.
OUR
MISSION
To
inspire and engage young people in gaining the
compassion and leadership skills to become
life-long peacemakers, committed to positive change
in themselves, their communities and the
world.
OUR
GOALS
To
fulfill our Mission, PeaceJam Solano
is
dedicated to supporting every local
youth
in becoming a caring, responsible
and
peaceful citizen. We
♦
Inspire
hope that peace is possible.
♦
Instill
in youth the belief, “I can make a
difference!”
♦
Establish
a PJ club in every school.
♦
Provide
skills to help youth become caring and
responsible.
♦
Engage
in significant community service.
♦
Send
youth to PeaceJam Leadership conferences.
♦
Hold
annual Peace Contest.
♦
Reduce
local crime.
♦
Partner
with other youth organizations.
♦
Involve
caring adult volunteers.