Are you a cool teen that knows who you are and that following media suggestions and industry manipulation will not boost your image in the eyes of your peeps? If you recognize the BS of the tobacco industry gaining more and more influence among teens your age or if you’ve had a family member suffer from tobacco-related disease and illness and you’ve had enough, now is your chance to stand up, speak up and be heard.
As a member of Y St. you will unite with 1500 other teens throughout Virginia in the fight against tobacco. Y St. fights fire with fire by mobilizing in a movement that is set to redefine the image of cool amongst teens. With strength in numbers, Y St. will outweigh the negative influence of the tobacco industry. They may have the dough, but Y St’s got the … ahem, VOICE!
Y St members are not only activists making a difference; as a member of Y St, you can get real world experience, community service hours, scholarships and college app building opportunities with hands on experience in marketing, promotions, activism and leadership. Cash, prizes and fresh gear don’t hurt either.
Thousands of members all over Virginia volunteer and lead efforts to fight tobacco use. In Y St. you aren’t just a volunteer, you are a promoter, designer, activist, event planner, and leader.