BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE TMC YOUTH PROGRAM

My 5 Building Blocks!

REVELATION: The Foundation -TMC’s Vision: To reach youth (especially

those who are at risk) and impact their lives in such a way that they would become positive role models in their communities and in the future.

INNOVATION: Creating OpportunitiesBeing innovative is a significant part of building

an effective youth program. This generation is very creative, therefore to influence them, you must dig into the deepest part of your mind and pull out the best ideas. Part of being innovative is creating opportunities to gain access into young people lives. This access gives you the right to speak into their lives.

My Philosophy on opportunity:1.Daily Opportunities: Evening Program 2.Monthly Opportunities: Monthly Events (Rap

Fest)3.Seasonal Opportunities: BNBL Basketball

team and Tournaments

CONNECTION: Seizing the MomentWhen you create opportunities you have

to seize the moment to connect with young people. Events entertain people, but its up to you to enter people lives!

How do you connect?1. Be Intentional: Making an Effort to

Connect2. Be Patient: Don’t get discouraged3. Be Persistent : Stick with it!

APPLICATION: The Key to SuccessApplication is the practical side of creating an

effective program. It’s moving from the theoretical mindset to the daily task of executing. It is filled with trials and errors, but it is the key to success!

-One Day at a time: Don’t look at how you can be effective tomorrow or next week. But look at being the best you can be today.

-Pay attention to detail: you cannot let the little things get away or else it could negatively effect you later on.

DOCUMENTATION: The Safety NetDocumenting is important because you

create a safety net for yourself and those who come after. It reveals the shortcomings and success in your program and it prevents others from falling into the pitfalls you fell into.

Tips for Documenting:1. Document Everything: Keep a journal

or a record2. Keep up with your outcomes