8
"
The biggest success was the fact we made a difference in
people's lives and that we made them smile during these hard times.
"
Another common theme was on the topic of challenges, and how the grantee overcame these
challenges. This theme consisted of quotes which talked about specific skills and mindsets that
challenged them during their project. Common keywords that appeared in this theme included
"communication", "manage", "organization", "new", "budget", "advertise", and "promote".
"
A lesson learnt through this project is to never
underestimate youth's abilities to put together something
amazing! I don't think I would do anything differently with this
project, but I now am more sure that with the right support
youth can really accomplish all kinds of creative initiatives.
"
Overall, many grantees described the challenges they had to face, as being challenges
directly relating to skills they needed for their project. For example,
"
At times, we all struggle and there is nothing wrong with
receiving help. One of the most valuable lesson in life is that
when times are hard, do not give up. Seek help and anything
is possible. If I was to start this project today the only thing
I would do differently is to [ask for help] more often.
"
Theme 2: Overcoming Challenges Theme 2: Overcoming Challenges
Theme 2: Overcoming Challenges
