What it's all about
The aim is to provide a safe and fun environment for disaffected and bored youth whilst simultaneously encouraging them to be become engaging and active members of the community.
A venue in the Brondesbury area has been secured and here I am hoping to provide facilities that attract disillusioned yongsters, such as tv and dvd, wii and a table tennis table. However at the same time I will deliver interactive workshops that invite self-reflection and self- confidence- this is the main purpose of the project.
I am fairly confident that if I were to carry out the structured workshops in isolation, there would not be as large or as receptive an audience then if other 'permanent' and fun facilities were available. In this light a table tennis table would be integral to drawing the attention of the youth.
The person who has offered the venue is eager to help and provide services to ensure the success of the project and his experiences with young people will be invaluable.
What's needed to make it a reality
advice from experienced people- e.g. those that have led a volunteer project, worked with young people etc.
Table tennis table
Comments
Good luck, Nadia - UCL Union, Voluntary Services Unit, Volunteer Development Worker
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