| YOUTH VOICE |
2011
YOUTH HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE LEVEL OF VIOLENCE OCCURRING
IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS. SOME KIDS HAVE SUGGESTIONS ABOUT
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE. OTHERS FEEL ADULTS SHOULD ASK "THEM"
FOR THEIR TAKE ON WHAT'S REALLY HAPPENING. YOUTH WANT TO
JOIN THE CONVERSATION!
October was violence prevention month. The youth leaders of The Mission's Beating Odds Youth
Mentoring Program conducted a youth against violence movement. This movement was designed to
show that most youth stand against all acts of violence. Most youth are, in fact, zero-tolerant of bullying
and the type of violence the media reports on daily. The violent actions of troubled youth are causing
many adults to believe today's youth believe the show of violence is a strength.
We say "No--to the use of violence!" We want to continue the movement and have decided not to limit it
to a particular month of the year. Please join us. Follow these simple and easy steps to speak out
against youth violence.
TARGET MIDDLE AND/OR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. These are the age groups that deal with
violent behaviors on a daily basis. (Statistic: one in 4 kids are bullied each month.)
SIGN YOUR SCHOOL OR CHURCH UP TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS WORTHWHILE MOVEMENT AS A
SPONSOR.
a) Sponsors encourage youth ages 11-17 to purchase ($1.00) and carry a "Stop the Violence"
Bookmark. Bookmarks should be carried in a way so that they show.
b) Sponsors should encourage participating youth to take the challenge. A short assembly or a program
dedicated to the issue of youth violence will have the most impact. (Even a table set up in the lunch
room that displays anti-youth literature works to draw attention to the issue. ) Youth should make the
pledge written on the bookmark.
“I will model non-judgment kindness to others, and look for what is positive
in what is occurring around me. I will wear carry my "Stop the Violence"
assembly or program that will have lasting impact. Convene youth leaders from within the
school/church/group and ask them to prepare short speeches on the subject of "The Experience of
Youth Violence In Our Neighborhood." Include a comment period as part of the program and allow
other youth to join the conversation...to share their viewpoints, suggestions and obtain responses from
adult leaders about the issue of safety for today's youth. Invite a speaker from
The Mission's Speaker's Bureau to provide current and insightful facts and statistics
about the problem of youth violence in your specific area.
IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS. SOME KIDS HAVE SUGGESTIONS ABOUT
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE. OTHERS FEEL ADULTS SHOULD ASK "THEM"
FOR THEIR TAKE ON WHAT'S REALLY HAPPENING. YOUTH WANT TO
JOIN THE CONVERSATION!
October was violence prevention month. The youth leaders of The Mission's Beating Odds Youth
Mentoring Program conducted a youth against violence movement. This movement was designed to
show that most youth stand against all acts of violence. Most youth are, in fact, zero-tolerant of bullying
and the type of violence the media reports on daily. The violent actions of troubled youth are causing
many adults to believe today's youth believe the show of violence is a strength.
We say "No--to the use of violence!" We want to continue the movement and have decided not to limit it
to a particular month of the year. Please join us. Follow these simple and easy steps to speak out
against youth violence.
TARGET MIDDLE AND/OR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. These are the age groups that deal with
violent behaviors on a daily basis. (Statistic: one in 4 kids are bullied each month.)
SIGN YOUR SCHOOL OR CHURCH UP TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS WORTHWHILE MOVEMENT AS A
SPONSOR.
a) Sponsors encourage youth ages 11-17 to purchase ($1.00) and carry a "Stop the Violence"
Bookmark. Bookmarks should be carried in a way so that they show.
b) Sponsors should encourage participating youth to take the challenge. A short assembly or a program
dedicated to the issue of youth violence will have the most impact. (Even a table set up in the lunch
room that displays anti-youth literature works to draw attention to the issue. ) Youth should make the
pledge written on the bookmark.
“I will model non-judgment kindness to others, and look for what is positive
in what is occurring around me. I will wear carry my "Stop the Violence"
- bookmark to symbolize this.”
Youth who model positive support for their peers for 24-hours and who carry their bookmarks
should be rewarded. We suggest an outing or certificates to a popular fast foods restaurant or a
gift card to the local movie theatre.
assembly or program that will have lasting impact. Convene youth leaders from within the
school/church/group and ask them to prepare short speeches on the subject of "The Experience of
Youth Violence In Our Neighborhood." Include a comment period as part of the program and allow
other youth to join the conversation...to share their viewpoints, suggestions and obtain responses from
adult leaders about the issue of safety for today's youth. Invite a speaker from
The Mission's Speaker's Bureau to provide current and insightful facts and statistics
about the problem of youth violence in your specific area.
Now that school is back in session, what is next? What measures are put in place to
safeguard youth from bullying or violent behaviors? What does the Public Law against bullying
really mean to bullied youth?
safeguard youth from bullying or violent behaviors? What does the Public Law against bullying
really mean to bullied youth?
"What do the youth have to say?"
STOP
THE VIOLENCE!
We beat the odds when--
We treat people fairly,
and with respect for who they are.
We speak up for those who are not
treated with respect.
We go to school and live in a community
where we purposefully treat everyone
with respect.
We can be counted on to remind other
people when they are not treating others
with respect and consideration.
We promise to act against bullying
whenever and wherever we see it!
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(Cut here & return this card to
your student body leadership)
MAKE THE PLEDGE:
“I agreed to respect authority and commit
myself to a responsible life style that
enhances our community. I will carry my
bookmark openly to symbolize this.”
Name: ___________________________
Email URL:________________________
School:__________________________
A Community Initiative sponsored by:
THE MISSION: PREVENTION EDUCATION
For Children, Youth and Young Adults
Call for more Information or
assistance:
(248) 967-9561 or (313) 930-0062
www.mission2hope.org
THE VIOLENCE!
We beat the odds when--
We treat people fairly,
and with respect for who they are.
We speak up for those who are not
treated with respect.
We go to school and live in a community
where we purposefully treat everyone
with respect.
We can be counted on to remind other
people when they are not treating others
with respect and consideration.
We promise to act against bullying
whenever and wherever we see it!
-----------------------------------------------------------------
(Cut here & return this card to
your student body leadership)
MAKE THE PLEDGE:
“I agreed to respect authority and commit
myself to a responsible life style that
enhances our community. I will carry my
bookmark openly to symbolize this.”
Name: ___________________________
Email URL:________________________
School:__________________________
A Community Initiative sponsored by:
THE MISSION: PREVENTION EDUCATION
For Children, Youth and Young Adults
Call for more Information or
assistance:
(248) 967-9561 or (313) 930-0062
www.mission2hope.org
| SAMPLE BOOKMARK |
"Join us in letting everyone know that we are not tolerant of bullying or violent acts. Do not judge our generation by the negative actions of the few." Shaylin Hapson, 18 yrs old Board Member-Youth Southfield High School |
STEP ONE:
STEP TWO:
STEP THREE:
| SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE BELOW: ORDER YOUR BOOKMARKS TODAY. |
Signing up, purchasing bookmarks and carrying (showing) a Stop the
Violence Bookmark helps in a big way.
1. Carrying the bookmark brings awareness that the problem has not yet
been resolved, and expresses opposition to youth violence. It is also a strong
indication of how many youth would appreciate adult intervention with dealing
with violent behavior.
2. Purchasing bookmarks from The Mission for a middle school and high
school-aged student that you know lets that youth know you care. Ask them
to carry and show their bookmark during the month of October 2011.
3. Each bookmark purchased provides funding that continues services for a
victimized individual.
QUANTITY AND DONATION COSTS:
Individual Bookmarks - $1.00 each Bookmarks (10-20) - $75.00 each
Bookmarks (21-35) - $0.60 each Bookmarks (over 35) - $0.50 each
Sell the bookmarks for a $1.00 donation...keep the difference.
Its a worthwhile awareness and fundraising campaign.
Join the movement!
Violence Bookmark helps in a big way.
1. Carrying the bookmark brings awareness that the problem has not yet
been resolved, and expresses opposition to youth violence. It is also a strong
indication of how many youth would appreciate adult intervention with dealing
with violent behavior.
2. Purchasing bookmarks from The Mission for a middle school and high
school-aged student that you know lets that youth know you care. Ask them
to carry and show their bookmark during the month of October 2011.
3. Each bookmark purchased provides funding that continues services for a
victimized individual.
QUANTITY AND DONATION COSTS:
Individual Bookmarks - $1.00 each Bookmarks (10-20) - $75.00 each
Bookmarks (21-35) - $0.60 each Bookmarks (over 35) - $0.50 each
Sell the bookmarks for a $1.00 donation...keep the difference.
Its a worthwhile awareness and fundraising campaign.
Join the movement!
| FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS YOUTH-LED PROJECT, PLEASE CONTACT: ASIA SMITH - YOUTHVOICE PROJECT LEADER (Age 16, student at University Prep-Detroit) OR CONTACT NEDRA LUCAS, EXECUTIVE . DIRECTOR AT (313) 930-0062 |
| Arrange for a "STOP THE VIOLENCE" Advocate to visit your school/church/group! Advocate-speakers provide first hand accounts of what it feels like to experience senseless and unprovoked violent acts. They offer advice on how to avoid violence and how to protect one's self and children against this epidemic that is spreading across our country...harming our communities through our children. CONTACT: Nedra Lucas at (313) 930-0062 |
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