Our Programs
...respect, responsibility, courage, fairness, compassion, honesty, inclusivity, integrity, optimism, perseverance, initiative...
School Assemblies
All assemblies are one hour interactive for grade 7 – 12 with youth speakers who share their personal stories in overcoming challenges. Students hear powerful messages of self acceptance, respect, responsibility and positive choices. Following the presentation students are invited talk to the youth speakers who will have information on resources available if needed. Our youth speakers will touch on a range of topics based on their personal experience, however music, games and a Q & A with relevant material will be included to address specific topics as requested.
Follow-up Sessions
Schools may book a small group workshop following an assembly presentation. The YouthSpeak Team will guide the students through and interactive session of learning tools for coping and building self-esteem. It is also a good opportunity for students to ask questions in a small group setting. This is ideal for students who are in need of more information regarding teen issues and are looking for resources available to them.
Keynotes and Community groups
We provide presentations at school council events, conferences and many other community events. We have been a part of countless, successful events.
Here are some examples:
- Ontario Students Against Drunk Driving Conference, Sheridan College, Oakville
- Party In The Right Spirit events with Public Health Services throughout Ontario
- Events hosted by York Regional Police
- Canadian Safe School Network Conferences
- Durham College Youth Justice student conference, Oshawa
Please visit our Blog to follow news about all of our events!
Public Speaking Workshops
Our Public Speaking Workshops are specially designed for students/youth to learn public speaking skills in a fun and interactive environment. Full day workshops or weekly sessions are available.
Testimonials
“How it was their own personal experience…they weren’t telling us what to do, they gave advice and suggestions and intelligent answers to questions some of the audience had. Very motivating/inspiring.”
- Grade 11
girl
“Because of the presentation I am even less likely to try drugs in my life. I am also more aware of the domino effect I could have on other people due to the decisions I make.”
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Grade 10 boy
“Yes, the speakers really opened my mind about all these things. I had my focus on each speaker as they also taught me how to help others if there going through this. I really enjoyed it!”
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Grade 8 girl
“Their stories were very interesting and kept my attention…also how the youth are just telling their stories, their not public speakers, they are just trying to help other youth.”
“The whole thing made a difference to me. Hearing other youth share their experiences changed my view."
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Grade 8 girl
“Yes. They made me feel like it’s okay if you make a mistake, but it’s not okay to hide it for so long considering it’ll only get worse. I really liked the presentation I learned so much. Thanks!”
- Grade
9 girl
“Yes, the thing that stood out for me, was the fact that even if life is hard, you can get past hardships.”
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Grade 9 boy
“Yes, I think it was a good way to understand what teenagers are going through. I was taken in by the fact that they had the strength, to turn their life around. That meant a lot to me. Now I know there is hope in our world.”
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Grade 9 girl
“What really stood out to me was when she said that just because you make a mistake it doesn’t mean you are a mistake.”
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Grade 9 girl
“Yes actually when these speakers spoke about their own experience, it showed me to believe in myself …I liked hearing it from someone that went through it at our age and showed me not to make the same mistakes."
- Grade 8 girl
“Their overall courage and strength to share their own experiences was quite inspirational and thought provoking. I really liked the idea of being the change you want to see in the world.”
- Grade 9 girl
Fees
Please contact us for a list of fees which help to cover the cost for training our youth speakers.