High School students from all over the New England are gearing up for the 2013 Schools Blood Challenge.
With 26,000 youth donors needed this year across the State, the Blood Service is calling on more schools to sign up to the Youth Ambassador Program.
The Youth Ambassador Program encour-ages community contribution and is a fun, educational way for schools to introduce blood donation to students.
Students are encouraged to donate together as a group with their friends, and many students have found this an excellent way to overcome any nerves surrounding donating, especially for the first time.
“Being a Youth Ambassador for my school, I encourage other students to roll up their sleeves and give blood. Some have been nervous their first time; but being able to donate blood alongside friends soon conquers their nerves. For students, it’s great to be able to do something that ultimately saves lives,” said Nicola Armstrong from the New England Girls’ School.
“These young donors are only 16 and 17 but their generosity and community spirit make a life-saving difference to blood recipients from all over the country,” said Tania Tout.
“They are our new generation of blood donors, and the future of our blood supply.”
