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Youth Speaking Out For Other Youth And Creating Change!

 

C.A.S.T stands for Children’s Aid Society Teens. We are a group of youth ranging in age from 14- 21 years of age, and we even have some members that have aged out of care that help us out from time to time. Our main job is to “advocate” (speak up) on the behalf of youth in care across the city of Ottawa, Ontario. We even have connections with National networks for youth in care all over Canada. We are involved in plenty of activities that help us use our voices, be heard and listened to as we aim to improve the quality of care and the life experiences of youth that live in the care of the CAS.

 

 When do we meet?

 

We meet every second Wednesday to discuss issues affecting youth in care and we look for ways the CAS can help us solve these issues. We meet in the Youth Room downstairs at the CAS, called My Place. Our meetings are listed on the Calendar of Events.

 

 Can I be a CAST Planning Team member?

 

The CAST planning team usually consists of 8-12 youth. To join us however you need to be:

• A youth in care

• At least 14 years old

• Interested in helping others

• Willing to attend meetings regularly and contribute

• Willing to work on a team

• Interested in learning and developing new skills

• Ready to advocate or “speak on the behalf of other youth in care”

By joining us, You could be involved in…

• Guess what/Devine Quoi (Our newsletter)

• Youth Advisory Council

• Youth Website

• Presentations to foster parents, staff, and the community

• Workshops on youth rights, youth and the law, sexuality, employment, life in care etc

• Summer and part time jobs

• Something that’s helpful, rewarding, and fun!

• And much much more!!

 Why Join? What’s in it for you?

• You’ll be speaking out for youth in care like yourself and helping to improve their lives

• You’ll learn useful skills that will benefit you later on in life

• It looks good on a resume

• You’ll get work experience

• You could get community service hours towards your high school diploma

• You’ll meet tons of people who are youth in care like yourself and make friendships that could last a lifetime!

• You get pizza and pop! (Not the only reason you should join though)

• It’s fun!

Contact your CAST Planning Team.

Speak Up For Youth In Care…Use Your Voice & BE HEARD!!

 

     Have any questions, comments or submissions? You can reach us at:

         1602 Telesat Court

         Ottawa,ON K1B 1B1 

         Phone: 613-747-7800 ext:2812

         Email:castplanningteam@gmail.com