Essex and Essex Junction
The Essex and Essex Junction, Vermont community became a QYD Community™ on June 29, 2020, one of the first alongside Middlebury. This steering committee was the project's first, and began operation in 2018. Essex and Essex Junction were certified from June 2020-June 2023.
Benchmarks Met
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Welcoming, inclusive, and accessible space in the community for any youth (including LBGTQ youth, youth of color, disadvantaged youth) to gather safely when out of school.
2
Funding by the community in support of youth programs.
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“Youth Are Welcome!” posters displayed by downtown businesses.
6
The engagement of youth as members of the Board of Directors of local non-profits providing services to youth.
8
An annual youth conference or legislative forum for middle and high school students.
9
Effective recruitment of young people for local community-wide committees.
10
Creation of internship/employment opportunities for youth in local government and businesses.
