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Spring 2008 ANNUAL YOUTH RALLY Nearly 400 youth and families turned out in downtown Hampton at Uth ACT’s fifth annual Power of Youth Rally. The Hampton youth group themed this year’s rally “Bringing Healthy Back”. The family-friendly event will included entertainment and informational booths about health issues facing adolescents today. On stage, The Untouchables dance team opened live performances, followed by feature band Chasing Arrows, and The Other. Throughout the event, guest artist Allen Stephenson demonstrated graffiti on an 80 foot graffiti wall, and local youth gave Spoken Word performances on the art of leadership. Youth and their families enjoyed a rock-climbing wall, dancing, games, free tee shirts, and prizes. Special guest appearances included Miss Virginia Beach. “The Uth Rally is the only event in Hampton created for youth by youth. It is an exciting symbol of the power of youth civic engagement in the City of Hampton. Uth ACT members know the power of diversity and voice in our community. This is reflected in our rally. It is truly an event where all youth in Hampton can come together,” said Shalis Ammons, Hampton High School graduate and former Uth ACT visibility Chair. Uth ACT (Youth Achieving Change Together) is an after-school program out of Alternatives, Inc. that seeks to increase the voice, visibility, and empowerment of young people.
Check out pictures from this year's and past Rallys.
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ACT ~ Youth Achieving Change Together