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INDONESIA- YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM 2006


		The 34 students and 5 teachers of IYLP 2006 departed the U.S. in the beginning of July. Upon returning home, they gave presentations about their stay in the U.S. to fellow students at their schools and to their families. Currently, the students are implementing projects of their own design that address areas of needs they each identified. For example, teams of students will develop clubs and activities that lead to increased interest in studying, discussion, and improving language skills. Others looked at various community needs, and how they might increase volunteer efforts to feed the hungry and clothe the poor.



During the U.S. program, IYLP participants experienced and learned all phases of project planning: such as, developing and implementing an action plan, gaining approval of school or local government officials, monitoring progress against the timeline and goals; adjusting plans as needed, monitoring a budget, publicizing the event or project, and evaluating results.
Read about the current program: Youth Leadership Program- Indonesia Summer 2008

	Here are some of the projects that are were completed. SMA Muhammadiya Kendary, Sulawesi A seminar on the American Democratic System for 25 teachers in six area high schools highlighting transparency, pluralism, and citizen involvement. English club – targeting 30 students, improving their ability to read books, and increasing conversational confidence. Pesantren Ummasshabri, Kendari, Sulawesi A seminar to discuss and develop plans to alleviate the problems of street children. SMA Shafiyyatul Amaliah, Medan Sumatra Leadership training workshop – involving 15 area schools and 45 students. Curriculum will include action plan development, teamwork, leadership skills, and developing budgets. Also a Food Bank, to collect food from many schools in Medan for distribution. They will work to establish a regular depository where those in need can come for assistance. SMU Inshafuddin Banda Aceh A wall magazine to improve skills and stimulate interest, creativity and writing in English. Pesantren Darul Muhibbin, Lombok Tengah The Mosque Learning Site: establishment of a youth group engaging high school students in the tutoring of younger students. The purpose is to actively engage teenagers in making positive contributions to their communities. Pesantren Manaratul Islam Jakarta Basic leadership training for future leaders to raise awareness of environment, and the importance of school beautification. Seminars will include local government speakers and NU student association representatives. SMA Santa Ursula Jakarta “Let Us Read Together”: students will publish children’s storybooks and distribute them to poor children, particularly those affected by natural disasters. They hope to produce 650 copies. SMA Muhammadiyah 8 Tangerang “Love for Poor People”: the students want to increase social awareness of the plight of the poor. They hope to hold a clothing and food drive in school every three months and during Ramadan. Pondok Pesantren Darul ‘Ulum Jombang Workshop on Information Technology: a training for 50 teachers on how to make teaching materials and lesson plans using computers. Also, students hope to establish a science club to teach other students skills such as researching, journal reading, writing papers, reporting results, and sending research for competitions. SMA Muhammaddiyah 1 Surakarta The students have determined to help seven families affected by an earthquake in Solo. They will raise donations, train Solo residents to make souvenirs, cook traditional food and sell to the school community to raise funds. SMA Kristen 1 BPK Penabur Bandung Democracy and Freedom of Speech: a seminar for 80 students emphasizing how debate skills can spread democratic values.