Participation creates change. Youth taking part in Children International's Youth Programs are changing their futures. They become self-reliant adults escaping the trap of poverty. Youth continue with their educations and become leaders in their communities.

How do we know? Youth tell us so. As they graduate from Children International at age 19, youth report their own progress over poverty.

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Report shows participation better prepares poor youth graduates for jobs and the future

9 Out of 10 Youth Agree

Watch a slideshow: The Other 90 Percent

Watch a video: Our Youth Program transforms lives. Sponsored youth and future lawyer Josué Chuy of Guatemala will testify to that.