The first Teen Voice Calgary conference is being held at the Village Square Leisure Centre on March 13th from 10:30 to 2:30. The youth (17 & under) will be responding to the question, “If there is one thing you could change about Calgary, what would it be?” They will form groups by common-interest to develop their response, summarizing their discussion and possibly an action plan, to event participants and a special guest panel at the end of the day.
Teen Voice Calgary’s purpose is to provide a space for Calgary’s youth to speak and be heard as citizens and civic leaders. Some teens may be happy to have their voice heard by people who can make a difference. Other teens may want to go a step further, taking action through initiatives of their own design. We aim to engage teens to become active citizens in their communities and city. More info at www.teenvoice.ca. Space is limited. Register now!
Teen Voice Calgary is unique because the teens will take the lead while being supported by CivicCamp, an extensive network of committed citizens who have a passion for Calgary and connections with their communities. The adults facilitate, supporting the youth when they seek assistance to communicate and realize their civic projects. We are training a teen leadership corps to operate as independently or with as much support from CivicCamp as they need to host special events and facilitate their own network of engaged citizens.
Teen Voice Calgary in non-partisan. Our inaugural event is generously supported by CivicCamp, the United Way, Sustainable Calgary and City of Calgary Recreation. Its activities adhere to the ethical guidelines and principles of sustainability outlined in the CivicCamp charter.
