Building Community

Building Community in a youth program is important for many reasons. A strong, welcoming community can help young people feel safe, feel a sense of belonging, and build their sense of selves within a group.

Even beyond these personal areas for growth, a strong program community can create an environment in which learning can more productively occur.

Objectives of the workshop are:

• explore ways to build community with youth
• explore ways to provide youth with opportunities to develop a sense of belonging
• understand the difference between ice breakers, energizers, name games and bonding games
• understand the stages of group development

*If you register for this workshop, you will be automatically registered for Everything Afterschool, so there is no need to register for both events. Act 48 credits will also be available.

A continental breakfast will be provided.