New this year; YMCA Teens in Action program gives high school students the opportunity to turn their ideas into meaningful community impact. Participants will develop leadership skills while planning and completing independent or small-group projects that address needs and interests within their communities. The program will also support teens interested in applying to YMCA national programs and other local civic engagement and leadership opportunities. Through guidance, collaboration, and hands-on experience, teens will build confidence, strengthen their applications, and gain the skills needed to become active, engaged community leaders. Program will alternate meetings weeks between White Plains YMCA and Yorktown YMCA at French Hill White Plains: 1st & 3rd Wednesday Yorktown: 2nd & 4th Wednesday

The YMCA Teen Leaders is a free leadership development and community service program for high school students. Participants build confidence, strengthen leadership skills, make new friends, and create positive change through service projects, team-building activities, group discussions, and special events.