PROJECT MEDIA,  April 7th 2008- August 22nd 2008

 
Background
 

Members and friends of the St. Raymond’s Residents Association have identified a need for more arts-related programs to reach marginalized youth facing barriers to employment and education.
 
Concern for young people in our community dramatically increased after several violent incidents.  One proved fatal as a 15 year old was shot and left to die in an alley.  Since the incident, residents have been actively searching for ways to create programs and activities that will encourage youth to get involved in their community and to make positive life choices.
 
The idea for this project evolved around a kitchen table, where motivated mothers with a vested interest in their community, gathered to address the growing need for an innovative and holistic approach to support services for these particular youth. . We believe that all youth deserve support from the community.
 
Task-based workshops, in media related métiers, will develop life skills such as critical thinking, confidence and conflict resolution. At the same time, participants will be introduced to some basic, hands-on skills within each métier.
 
This integrative, holistic approach combines an employability action plan with a network of social support services and mentors.. It allows community organizations, professional mentors and educational institutions to contribute their unique expertise.
 
To increase the chances of success for the participants, these services will also be available  after they have completed the program...
 
 
*** To read full Project Media mission statement, including the project description and objectives, click here