The start of a new school year is more than just fresh notebooks and sharpened pencils—it’s also a fresh opportunity to have important conversations at home. For parents, guardians, and educators, back-to-school time is the perfect moment to talk with teens about organ donation. These formative years are when young people begin to shape their values, make independent choices, and think about how they can make a positive impact in the world.

In California, thousands of teens learn about organ, eye and tissue donation through school programs, community events, and volunteer opportunities each year, such as the Student Organ Donation Advocates (SODA). Talking to teens about organ donation now not only helps them understand the lifesaving impact of saying “yes,” but also empowers them to carry that message into their schools and communities. Whether it’s over dinner, on the drive to school, or during a health class discussion, these conversations can inspire the next generation of advocates.

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Student Organ Donation Advocates (SODA)

Become a lifesaver and build your professional resume with SODA! Student Organ Donation Advocates (SODA) is a nonprofit organization with a mission to activate and support student-led education around organ, eye and tissue donation and registry efforts across high school, college, and graduate school campuses.

SODA

Educate your peers about organ, eye and tissue donation.

Gain volunteer hours and access to leadership development courses.

Help register fellow students as organ, eye and tissue donors.

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WAYS TO REGISTER:

• Through the local DMV while getting a new or renewed license
• DonateLifeCalifornia.org
• Apple Health App
• Sierradonor.org

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