SJ Engage: Teens Take Action
Empower. Act. Make a Difference.
SJ Engage is San José Public Library's virtual volunteer opportunity for teens to learn about social action and civic engagement within their communities.
What Do I Need to Do?
Start making a change and sign up for the SJ Engage Virtual Volunteer opportunity! Follow along with the virtual SJ Engage courses below to learn more about local community issues and resources.
Questions?
Email teenhq@sjlibrary.org
SJ Engage Blogs
Youth Herald: We Changed the Law!
Learn how the Youth Commission changed the Law to enhance participation and expand the voice of the youth in the City of San Jose.
SJ Engage: Global Climate Change
"No challenge poses a greater threat to future generations than climate change." - President Barack Obama Climate change is rapidly…
SJ Engage: Mental Health
"I wish people could understand that the brain is the most important organ of our body. Just because you can't see mental illness like you…
SJ Engage: Homelessness and Poverty
1 in 30 children were homeless at some point in 2013. Advocates blame the high poverty rate on a lack of affordable housing...
Youth Herald: We Changed the Law!
Learn how the Youth Commission changed the Law to enhance participation and expand the voice of the youth in the City of San Jose.
SJ Engage: Global Climate Change
"No challenge poses a greater threat to future generations than climate change." - President Barack Obama Climate change is rapidly…
SJ Engage: Mental Health
"I wish people could understand that the brain is the most important organ of our body. Just because you can't see mental illness like you…
SJ Engage: Homelessness and Poverty
1 in 30 children were homeless at some point in 2013. Advocates blame the high poverty rate on a lack of affordable housing...
