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Aspen Ideas Festival 2015

A Compassionate Generation: Millennials at the Forefront of Social Activism

Aug 09, 2015 | 20 videos
Video by The Atlantic

Young adults throughout the United States are volunteering at higher levels than ever before. How can Americans help build an infrastructure to continue to grow that momentum? What can government leaders do to engage more youth in giving back to their respective communities? A panel of activists shares their ideas.

 

This discussion took place at the 2015 Aspen Ideas Festival.

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