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    Meet Amani: Youth of the Year for Lawrenceville Boys & Girls Club

    Amani is a 16-year-old junior who found authenticity and leadership through Keystone and Legacy Leaders. She volunteers citywide, mentors at…

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    Meet Fatoumata “Fatima”: Youth of the Year for Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club

    Fatima is a 16-year-old junior, Keystone vice president, Teen Ambassador, and Youth of the Year. The Club helped her overcome…

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    Meet Willie: Youth of the Year for John H. Harland Boys & Girls Club

    Willie is a 17-year-old senior who grew at Harland through leadership and hosting Club events. He’s explored colleges aligned with…

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    Meet Darreona: Youth of the Year for Jesse Draper Boys & Girls Club

    Darreona is a 17-year-old senior who learned teamwork, life skills, and confidence at her Club. She volunteers at the front…

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    Meet Louise: Youth of the Year for Flint River Community Center Boys & Girls Club

    Louise is a 17-year-old senior who grew her confidence after time in foster care. A Youth of the Year honoree,…

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    Meet Lyra: Youth of the Year for Camp Kiwanis

    Lyra is a 15-year-old sophomore active at Camp Kiwanis and Barksdale. She overcame bullying and anxiety, became an F.I.T., and…

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    Meet Zoe: Youth of the Year for A.R. “Gus” Barksdale Boys & Girls Club

    Zoe is a 15-year-old sophomore who grew into a confident speaker and artist through Barksdale’s programs. She tutors, staffs the…

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    Meet Naisha: Youth of the Year for A. Worley Brown Boys & Girls Club

    Naisha is a 17-year-old senior who found a safe space to be herself at the Club. She volunteers across theater…

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    Meet Serigne: Youth of the Year for A. W. “Tony” Matthews Boys & Girls Club

    Serigne is a 17-year-old senior who found leadership through Keystone and CS Club. He advocated with government leaders to protect…

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    Meet Jaylynn: Youth of the Year for At-Promise West Boys & Girls Club

    Jaylynn is a 15-year-old sophomore at At-Promise West and KIPP Soul. The Club’s diverse environment helped him open up and…

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