Love Our Service, Love Our Youth

Authors

Deince Garcia, University of Central FloridaFollow
Nicole Baez Espinosa, University of Central FloridaFollow
Briahna Hill, University of Central FloridaFollow

Streaming Media

Files

Course Code

LDR

Course Number

3215

Faculty/Instructor

Brad Crawford

Faculty/Instructor Email

crawford@ucf.edu

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

When our group reflected upon our values, we found that we wanted to give back like those who once gave to us. This shared belief led us to volunteer with L.O.V.E Our Youth Inc., an organization dedicated to uplifting and empowering youth. We wanted to engage with teens directly and help spread the importance of having spaces just for teens. From this experience, we learned that these safe spaces can allow teens to be comfortable being themselves in front of a supportive community. We also discovered the significance of reflecting upon your values to produce a change around you.

Keywords

Youth; Youth Center; Teen; Teen Lounge

Recommended Citation

Garcia, Deince; Baez Espinosa, Nicole; and Hill, Briahna, "Love Our Service, Love Our Youth" (2024). High Impact Practices Student Showcase Fall 2024. 48.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hip-2024fall/48