In a World Where Youth Hold Power

Youth in Action

In a world where youth hold power helps guide our youth in creating leadership roles. I’ve had the opportunity to be blessed with the presence of our youth at Youth in Action. The Youth in Action organization represents everything that a Youth worker would like to see in its youth. Many times youth opinions can be overlooked an often their trouble are unheard. When we went to visit Youth in Action. These children who are ages 16 and under led our group in different activities in building a strong rapport. We look to these youth as Leaders in our city of Providence with a strong voice. Having these youth lead with such character is similar to when I coach wrestling. I seek out leader, not only captains. I feel that the captain title is an honor, but often times its power can be abused. When I elect leaders, I rotate the leadership so each and every youth can gain the opportunity to be included. Often times the quite children migrate to the back his/her issues are left unheard. It is our job to include everyone no matter what the race, sex, or orientation of the individual may be. One aspect that is overlooked is the students who are handicap, mainly in fitness activities, we must adapt to help these individuals feel accepted. As there individuals grow, by giving them a sense of leadership will strengthen their social abilities to excel through their environment socially. This article has helped me identify current issues that out youth are facing to be the change in ever community, because no community is perfect. We must engage and let our Youth stand up and lead in helping to create changes as every voice matters.