Celebrating America's Youth: The Facts Are Positive
Revised Edition, August 2007

The word is out!

America’s youth are faring better than ever. With the help and support of families, social institutions, communities, and friends, most young people are building the foundations for healthy, productive lives.

• They participate in community, volunteer, civic, religious, and extracurricular activities.
  
  
• They succeed academically.
  
  
• They enjoy positive relationships with parents and family.
  
  
• They choose healthy behaviors.

Engaged young people are more likely than their peers to do well in other parts of their lives and are better prepared for the transition to adulthood. The following facts send a clear message: By offering America's youth positive ways to participate in society, to learn, and to grow, we can help every young person have a bright future.

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