TakingITGlobal

2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ....................................................................................................................3 SECTION 1 SECTION 1 Lessons Learned - Key Themes .............................................................................................5 Methodology ........................................................................................................... 5 Theme 1: The Shared Community ................................................................................... 6 Theme 2: Overcoming Challenges ................................................................................... 8 Theme 3: Self-Growth .............................................................................................. 10 Skills Developed ......................................................................................................12 SECTION 2 SECTION 2 Project Themes - Pandemic Response .................................................................................. 14 Food Security .........................................................................................................14 Access to Art-based Activities ......................................................................................16 Access to Fitness & Recreational Equipment .....................................................................18 Mental Health Promotion ............................................................................................19 Digital Inclusion .......................................................................................................21 Virtual Gatherings & Games ....................................................................................... 22 COVID-19 Care Packages ............................................................................................ 25 SECTION 3 SECTION 3 Collective Project Outcomes .............................................................................................. 28 Youth as Experts .................................................................................................... 29 Catalyst for Change ................................................................................................. 32 Social Inclusion ...................................................................................................... 35 Learning and Leadership ........................................................................................... 38 Access and Equity ....................................................................................................41 Increased Awareness ................................................................................................ 44 SECTION 4 SECTION 4 Partner Appreciation ....................................................................................................... 47 Closing Thoughts ............................................................................................................ 54

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