Each year hundreds of Winnipeg youth are taking action to build and strengthen our community through a variety of youth initiated projects. This story is part of our Shaw United Way Youth Connections year in review 2008-2009. To view a list of all 2008-2009 projects, click here.
On March 20th, 2009, young leaders of Victor Mager Boys & Girls Club held a Multicultural Festival to celebrate and build understanding around the diversity evident in the community. The festival featured a range of ethnic performances, including the talents of some past members of the club. Although this event was free of charge to the public, families in the area were encouraged to bring an ethnic food dish to share. This event was a great way of building social networks as it brought together members of the community in a positive and safe environment.
Shaw United Way Youth Connections Grant Program works to foster youth involvement and initiative, community spirit and positive relationships through volunteerism. The program is designed to motivate and encourage youth to become involved in their schools and communities as it provides funds to support youth-driven volunteer projects that offer creative youth-initiated solutions to community issues.
Since it began in 1999, Shaw United Way Youth Connections has granted over $123 000 to student initiated projects. Between September 2008 and June 2009, more than $14 000 was granted to 16 projects led by youth.
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