Youth of Ethical Societies - YES
September - June

Below are examples of the activities incorporated in the program:
Community Service:

One year, we planned a holiday toy drive known as "Project Shoebox." Members of the society donated new toys, and we organized them into shoeboxes and delivered them to a children's shelter for the holidays.

Conferences:

Each November, members of the YES Group meet up with members of other societies around the United States for our annual "YES Weekend Conference." 

Social Action:

On January 18th, 2003, our group traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the anti-war on Iraq rally. It was an amazing experience, and we decided to attend another protest on February 15th in New York. This rally went just as well. Despite the freezing cold weather and lack of a permit to march, an estimated 500,000 people showed up and walked through the streets while blocking traffic. Millions of people around the world were said to have marched that day, and we can only hope we helped to make a difference. This issue of war with Iraq is one that the entire Ethical Society and YES Group feels the same about: we are against it!

YES Platform:

The war in Iraq was the topic for the 2003 annual YES platform. Our platforms always include multi-media presentations, and are quite enjoyable. As with all platforms, this is open to the public and all are welcome to attend.

Pasta Dinner:

Our other annual event is the YES Pasta Dinner in May. Our Group will plan the entire dinner, including food and plenty of entertainment. Representatives from social action organizations are invited to speak.

Scenes from the February demonstrations against the war

More scenes

Some unique images by Tony Harding