When fires rage, flood waters swirl through homes and earthquakes devastate the lives of thousands. When a tragic accident calls for life-saving first aid or CPR skills. When children need health care their families can't afford to provide. Whenever there is an urgent need... people turn to the...
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When fires rage, flood waters swirl through homes and earthquakes devastate the lives of thousands. When a tragic accident calls for life-saving first aid or CPR skills. When children need health care their families can't afford to provide. Whenever there is an urgent need... people turn to the American Red Cross.
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Youth in Action: Young people, ages 14-18 or in high school can participate in Youth in Action. This group performs a variety of volunteer services including:

Disaster Services:
Get trained in Disaster Services
Respond to disasters

Health & Safety...
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Youth in Action: Young people, ages 14-18 or in high school can participate in Youth in Action. This group performs a variety of volunteer services including:

Disaster Services:
Get trained in Disaster Services
Respond to disasters

Health & Safety Services:
Train to be an instructor and/or peer educator
Participate in Kids Care Fairs

International Services:
Get involved with the Measles Initiative in Africa
Become an International Red Cross pen-pal
Participate in other activities benefiting the local community

Adults in Youth Services: Adults 21 or older can volunteer as advisors with Youth in Action. Advisors help youth gain leadership development skills while becoming active volunteers within the Red Cross Community.

We have seven Youth in Action Programs located throughout the Greater Los Angeles area.
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