Small Steps. BIG Impact.

Simple Steps to Improve & Strengthen Your Youthbuild Program

Each month we'll highlight something you can do, in 15 minutes or less, that can have big impact on your program.

Green Project Community Impact Exercise

An exercise that highlights the important contribution that students are making in their community.

Materials Needed

• Flip chart paper (or large piece of cardboard)
• Tape
• Marking Pens

Activity

1. At your morning meeting brainstorm 10 ways that YouthBuild green building projects are making a difference in their community. 
2. Write these on a white board or flip chart paper. 
3. Post all ideas in a common area of your site so students can see their impact.

Tip: For ideas on how to set up an effective brainstorming session, check out the Brainstorming exercise in the program integration handbook.