Youth programming: After-school activities to promote leadership

What problem would you like to solve?

Youth in our community struggle to find safe spaces where they can empower themselves and be set up for success. Many are immigrants who are looking to do better but don't have the tools. Many end up in abusive relationships, crimes/violence, substance use.

Why is it important to solve? Why is it relevant for the community?

Empowering youth with leadership opportunities will result in better academic achievements, community stewardship, healthier romantic relationships and can also build in cleanups and other service activities.

What idea do you have to address the problem?

One year leadership academy featuring workshops on self esteem, public speaking, art as healing, intergenerational dialogue.

Who would that help?

Youth and the broader community

What neighborhood would benefit from your idea?

Queens/ Richmond Hill