Session Overview
This session is designed to get youth thinking about what their community could be, based on its assets and areas for improvement. Studies have shown that youth have a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm about where they live. The activities in this section can help youth connect advocacy lessons with their environments.
Activities
- Icebreaker
- YEAH! Program Introduction
- Brainstorm or Vision Board
- Community Mapping
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS:
- Poster Board
- Makers
- Magazines
- Scissors
- Glue Sticks
- Tape
YEAH! ONLINE RESOURCES:
- Session 1 PowerPoint
- Session 1 Keynote
- Ideas for Icebreakers
- Vision Board Example
- Sample Brainstorming Ideas
- Community Mapping Examples
In this session, you will introduce the YEAH! project and have the YEAH! club members discuss health challenges in their community.
Session Prep and Reflection:
- What’s your plan for this session?
- What worked well?
- What did not work well?
- What was a challenge for you?
- What were the “wows” from this Session?
- What are you going to do differently next time?