Cross-Border Collaboration - St, Louis, Missouri
As one of eleven Canadian delegates privileged to
take part in the US Local Presidents’ Summit (LPS) this past January, I returned
with a few takeaways from this exceptional learning and networking experience:
Poverty Simulation - This 3 hour workshop had participants ‘walking a mile’ in the shoes
of those who live below the poverty line. We were exposed to homelessness,
unemployment, no food, and limited resources with which to get help. It was a
game that we couldn’t seem to win at; it was an eye-opening way to get a better
understanding of how tough things are for those living in poverty.
IMPACT Training - We reviewed the Active Citizen Framework (ACF) and discussed current
issues affecting our communities, sharing ideas on how to overcome them. Topics
included re-training of the workforce, mentoring youth, and out-reach to
at-risk people.
Nothing But Nets - Buzzz tour 2.0 has US Jaycees travelling across the States collecting
signatures from those supporting the fight against Malaria. Signed advocacy
cards are then delivered to Congress at Capitol Hill. Malaria affects over 3 billion people – half of the world's population is
at risk of malaria. We have the means to stop this! Just $10 sends a bed net to
those at risk and greatly reduces the spread of Malaria.
Canadian Presidents Meeting - It was fantastic getting to know my fellow JCI Canada
Presidents! We shared resources, fundraising ideas and plans to better execute our
chapter missions. The 2014 JCI Canada Plan focuses on IMPACT, using the Active
Citizen Framework to facilitate positive change in our communities.
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I encourage you all to stay active and involved in JCI
events, like the Western Regional Conference and the National Convention this
September in Ajax, and experience them firsthand!
Travel when you can – listen to the stories of
others and share ideas for making the world a better place… we’re all better
off for it!
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