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The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.WHO WE AREThe Y is the nation’s leading nonprofit strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to empower young people to reach their full potential, improve individual and community well-being and give back and inspire action in our communities. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.OUR IMPACTThe Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, families and communities. Every day our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.COMMUNITY GUIDELINESSome links featured on this LinkedIn page will take you to non-YMCA websites. The views and opinions of authors expressed on those websites do not necessarily state or reflect those of the Y brand. Full community guidelines: https://www.ymca.org/contact/community-guidelines

We are enterprising young people turning challenges into opportunities in over 100 countries. Through projects, events, training and programs, our members are leaders in their communities in and in the world.

Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our membership is 270,000 strong. These members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 14,200 clubs in 148 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations. By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive atmosphere, leaders emerge. Members learn to tell their stories. They listen and answer. They plan and lead. They give feedback –– and accept it. They find their path to leadership. To find a club near you, please visit www.toastmasters.org/Find and narrow your search. You can make a difference! Since 1965, your donations to the Smedley Fund have directly impacted members striving to improve their communication and leadership skills. Visit toastmasters.org/Smedley to donate today. If you have any questions or concerns regarding social engagement, policies and procedures please email socialmedia@toastmasters.org or consult LinkedIn's Code of Conduct http://investors.linkedin.com/documentdisplay.cfm?DocumentID=8816