ADVISORY – The 2010 “Ripple Effect” Youth Forum

The Durham Regional Police Youth in Policing program will be hosting the third annual “Ripple Effect” Youth Forum in Ajax on July 27, 2010.

The day will include dynamic guest speakers and interactive workshops to help bolster leadership and communication skills. Renowned music producer Sol Guy will speak to the crowd about his journey to use the entertainment business as a vehicle for social change. Sol Guy will take the stage at 3 p.m. Students are encouraged to take what they learn at the forum and create a ‘ripple effect’ in their community with their newly acquired skills.

The DRPS Youth in Policing program is currently seeking students between the ages of 13 – 19 years of age to attend this event. Space is limited. Attendance is free and eligible students will earn seven hours of community service time towards their high school diploma.

When: Tuesday July, 27, 2010

Where: Milestone Community Centre, 610 Monarch Ave., Ajax

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

To reserve your attendance, please contact the Youth in Policing Coordinator, Katie Zeppieri at youthinpolicing@drps.ca. Please note at that time if you are interested in the community service hours. A confirmation email will be sent upon your enrolment. The forum is free and lunch is provided, however, students are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for a local food bank.

From a media release received from the Durham Regional Police Service