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Serving Communities

Youth and young adults are part of communities, online or where they live. We make a difference by serving in those communities, for example, online tutoring or visiting seniors. Here are opportunities to be part of youth events, webinars, and focus groups that can be your first step into service.

Virtual events like Zoom meetings, Twitch, or YouTube Livestream have become really popular over the last few years. These events can spread useful and important information. Online events can positively impact large groups of people. An event, in person or online, is started by the community. The next step into service starts with participating.

Being a part of an online community can be a great experience. Groups may pair you up by answering questions and surveys, performing tasks, or inviting a friend into the community.  And, depending on the community and how you personally feel, you might want to become an active member of that group.

Active members have a role like recruiting new members or creating their own virtual/online events. Be aware that being an active member might mean you have to focus some of your time on the community. Being an active member of a community is fulfilling and good for a resume.

Are you part of any virtual/ online communities (besides this one)? If so, do you think you are a regular or active member of that community? Let us know in the comments below. Join us in the youth chat for 13-26 years old. We want to see you there, sharing your thoughts with other youth. Check out the SPAN Youth Chat linked below to register. See you there!

Author,

Jeremy Hayer

Resources:

  1. Key Informant Interviews on Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QW97GS9

  2. AAP Influenza Immunization Focus Group - Young Adults with Special Health Care Needs: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AAP-YSHCN

  3. Virtual Teen Life Conference: https://wpconnect.wpunj.edu/cpe/catalog/youth/course-detail.cfm?id=37725

  4. The Three States Creative Expression: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEucuyuqj4oHtWmxF4fptTzQe6v3zCeSLsN

  5. Subscribe to SPAN’s YouTube channel: SPAN Parent Advocacy Network

  6. Link to SPAN’s website:  www.spanadvocacy.org 

  7. Link to SPAN’s Youth In the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know

  8. We’re here for you!  Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726 


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