Chatham County, Georgia

The Youth Futures Initiative is a collaborative effort between cities and the state government that addresses issues relevant to youth and families in Chatham County, Georgia. Its primary purpose remains to realize a vision for the county that ensures every child’s health, safety, and education, and helps them to become economically self-sustaining citizens. The Olympic Legacy Package provides new parks and open space, improve and builds cultural and historical facilities, builds community centers and encourages economic development. The program uses a community-based process to select and fund projects based on citizens’ needs. The Chatham County Youth Commission promotes youth leadership through an innovative program that involves youth in the decision making of their community. Some 45 Youth Commissioners experience leadership through training and annual meetings with local, state, and national leaders.

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