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THE SOIL SOLDIERS PROGRAM
At Recycle & Reinvest, we are dedicated to empowering justice impacted youth through sustainable jobs. We understand that many individuals in our community face barriers to employment and we want to be a part of the solution. Our team is passionate about creating a safe and nurturing work environment where youth can develop important job skills and feel a sense of purpose. By participating in our program, youth will not only gain valuable work experience, but they will also learn the importance of sustainability and environmental justice.
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THE SOIL SOLDIERS PROGRAM TIMELINE
QUATER ONE
QUARTER TWO
- Recruit and Interview Youth interested in a job position.
- Conduct initial meetings with authorities and staff from the juvenile detention center to outline the project's objectives, benefits, and logistics.
- Conduct training sessions for mentors/volunteers to educate them about the importance of tree planting, proper planting techniques, and engaging with youth from the detention center.
- Develop a schedule for regular tree-planting activities over the next several months.
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Engage participating youth in regular maintenance and care activities for previously planted trees.
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Organize guest speaker sessions focusing on environmental conservation and the long-term impact of tree-planting efforts
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Arrange a community-based tree distribution event where the youth actively participate and contribute their skills.
QUARTER THREE
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Collaborate with local schools or organizations to host educational sessions on the benefits of tree planting and conservation.
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Plan and carry out a tree planting event in a public area, highlighting the accomplishments of the youth participants to the broader community.
QUARTER FOUR
• Host a celebratory event to recognize the achievements and growth of the youth participants throughout the year-long program.
• Establish partnerships with local businesses or organizations to provide job or internship opportunities for interested participants.
• Engage the youth in documenting their experiences and successes through photographs, videos, or written testimonials to showcase the program's outcomes.
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Join us in creating a safer and more beautiful community through our Soil Soldier Program. Our work not only promotes sustainability and environmental awareness but creates green spaces that inspire positivity and interrupt violence. We invite youth ages 12-18 to join us in this important work, and make a tangible impact on their community.
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VOLUNTEERS APPLY HERE
Our volunteers are the backbone of Youth Jobs for Justice Impacted Youth. Without their dedication and hard work, we wouldn't be able to make the impact that we do. If you're looking for a chance to make a meaningful difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to create a better world, one tree at a time!