A toolkit to foster belonging in youth groups
From material by Street Smart
StreetSmart develops game-changing tools for youth workers to enable them to unlock the potential of vulnerable children and youngsters worldwide. An example:
They have launched 'Rituals', a free educational toolkit designed for youth workers to foster belonging in their day-to-day practice, and learn more about how rituals can help to enhance a sense of belonging in society. Feeling part of something bigger helps reduce anxiety and stress, leads to better performance, and helps to feel connected with others.
This mini toolkit is designed to offer youth workers the tools to work on the topics of belonging and rituals. It provides guidelines and methods for youth workers to implement rituals to foster belonging in their day-to-day practice. While focusing on the importance of belonging, rituals can serve as a good tool to foster a deep sense of inclusion for street-connected children, ensuring they enjoy the same rights and feelings of belonging as all children all around the world.
Here are some elements:
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Create Your Crew. Fortify your team or “crew” through identifying and gathering symbols of strength, cultivating a sense of identity, unity and togetherness.
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Goal Getters’ Gala. Think of different engaging rituals that encourage children to set, pursue and achieve their goals. This game promotes teamwork, personal growth, and the significance of celebrating achievements.
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Embracing special moments. Honour special occasions and strengthen your connection through meaningful social rituals. In this game, we'll create unforgettable experiences for birthdays and other milestones, fostering a sense of belonging among participants.
Read more here.
The above are just some of their games. There are over 700 such ideas on their games website on various topics:
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Labour, business & entrepreneurship
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Nature & ecology
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Arts & crafts
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Health
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Language
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Mathematics
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Movement & sports
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Science & technology
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Digital technology
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Geography
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Puberty & sexuality
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Music
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Society
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Citizenship & human rights
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Culture & religion
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Communication & media
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Identity & emotions
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Strategy & logic
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Transport & mobility
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History
Hope helps with activities..
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From material by Street Smart, 22/01/2025