Please record a short video using the following script and share it here and on Twitter using #EmpowerYouthSuccess. The NYS Network for Youth Success may also share any videos submitted here through its social media channels.*

Script

"My name is ______. I am a/an [parent/guardian/afterschool professional/advocate] from [city/region].

This is my afterschool story. [Or you can say, "This is why I show up for afterschool" or "This is why afterschool matters to me"]

[Share your story/why.]

End video with this statement, "Afterschool works in New York to empower youth success."

--After recording, add your first name and city you are from in the description box.--

*I hereby release and hold harmless the NYS Network for Youth Success, Inc from any reasonable expectation of privacy or confidentiality associated with these videos. I acknowledge that my participation is voluntary and that I will not receive compensation of any type associated with these videos.