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Surrey: A city fit for youth

Surrey: A city fit for youth. McCreary Centre Society. youth health • youth research • youth engagement. 2013 BC Adolescent Health Survey. Coming soon….. 39 Surrey schools 148 classrooms 2461 students 0 removed 2461 useable surveys. Questions of interest. Neighborhood safety

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Surrey: A city fit for youth

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  1. Surrey: A city fit for youth McCreary Centre Society youth health • youth research • youth engagement

  2. 2013 BC Adolescent Health Survey Coming soon….. 39 Surrey schools 148 classrooms 2461 students 0 removed 2461 useable surveys

  3. Questions of interest Neighborhood safety Transportation Bullying and victimization Community connectedness School connectedness Peer relationships Youth engagement

  4. Recognise the diversity of Surrey

  5. Build on high school connectedness

  6. Listen to young people’s ideas

  7. Opportunities for meaningful engagement

  8. Remove barriers Advertise what is available Be welcoming Show that you want young people involved Answer the phone Be where youth are Train the ER, the police to be non-judgemental Make it easier

  9. “There is nothing to help make that jump between youth and adult.” “We need a place to practice what you’ve learned -- a safe place, an intermediate place.”

  10. Offer helpful services Provide continuous care – don’t just abruptly drop off Offer engaging activities that present a realistic alternative to substance use Are easily accessible, affordable and timely Offer comprehensive care – mental health, housing, substance use, employment support all in one place

  11. Create youth engaged services Include youth in decision-making processes Ensure all staff are welcoming Offer one to one support when youth need it Offer peer support Be clear about role and level of engagement required

  12. THING I GET INVOLVED WITH Enthusiastic mentors Make the project look fun Include youth from the start Accessible meeting times Food and transport/transit Create a safe space

  13. MY IDEAL WORKER • Someone you can relate to and get along with • Doesn’t judge you and understands the issues • Is blunt/honest when they need to be • Genuinely likes their job • Has skills and training • Lets you make decisions but is there if you fall • Connects you with resources

  14. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkcSmOWYca0

  15. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOYNOBnrtuQ

  16. Youth tell us a city fit for them Recognizes diversity Offers opportunities for meaningful engagement Listens to youth’s ideas Builds on current connectedness Removes barriers to engagement Offer relevant, safe and approachable services, activities and opportunities

  17. Thank youannie@mcs.bc.ca McCreary Centre Society youth health • youth research • youth engagement

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