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In 1987, several young people in the Gila River Indian Community organized and formed the Akimel Oodham/Pee-Posh Youth Council out of concern for youth not being viewed as a high priority. The intent was to start a grass roots organization that would re-define youth and adult relationships by increasing the level of respect between the two.
Establishing a voice inside the tribal structure and changing the relationships between the community and young people living in the community were
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| 5 Positions Available for Gila River Youth Council |
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The Akimel Oodham/Pee-Posh Youth Council is looking for a few good youth. There are currently five positions open for availability. District One Youth Representative, District Three Youth Representative, District Five Representative, and (2) Community At-large Representatives.
The youth council provides a perfect opportunity for youth of the community to become involved with the planning for their communitys future. They will be trained and acquire skills that will be necessary for leadership positions.
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