A Roundtable Discussion with Young Adults in Indianapolis
On Saturday, May 14, 2011, MCCOY hosted 24 youth in a roundtable discussion about issues that are facing them here in central Indiana. The goal was to find ways to get youth involved in creating solutions to these important issues. Here is what they had to say:
Top Three Issues of Concern:
1. Education - Impact of reform, immigration, career and life preparation, and rising cost of college tuition
2. Violence - Impact and causes of gangs and bullying, and existing resources to help
3. Economy - Lack of jobs, high gas prices, lack of affordable housing, and affordable health care
What can Youth Do:
- Educate other youth and adults
- Create stronger youth voice
- Create partnerships
Who Should Youth Talk To?:
- School principals/administration
- Other youth
- Government officials
- Parents
- Media
- Community Leaders
What Tactics can Youth Use?:
- Lobby, testify, and talk to legislators
- Write letters, phone calls and emails to decision-makers
- Invite legislators and administrators to youth advocacy meetings
- Use the media positively
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More than twenty young people from central Indiana discuss issues that they face on a daily basis.
View photos from the 2011 Real Talk Roundtable here.
Thank you to our event partners and sponsors!
  
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Click here to view the full report from Real Talk.
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