Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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April 30, 2023
WHEREAS, Global Youth Service Day is an annual day of action that celebrates and mobilizes children and teens who improve their communities through community service and service-learning; and,
WHEREAS, Global Youth Service Days, the largest service event in the world, is being observed in all 50 states and more than 100 countries; and,
WHEREAS, community service and service-learning provide opportunities for young people in Michigan to apply their knowledge, skills, creativity, abilities, and unique perspectives to improve our communities and become active citizens and community leaders; and,
WHEREAS, community service and service-learning are proven to increase academic achievement, increase workforce readiness, and build social and emotional skills; and,
WHEREAS, Global Youth Service Days provide an opportunity for schools, community organizations, faith-based organizations, government agencies, businesses, and families to engage youth leaders and problem-solvers in their communities; and,
WHEREAS, young people across the state will be engaged in service to their communities on Global Youth Service Days;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim April 28 – 30, 2023, as Global Youth Service Days in Michigan.