Capel Youth Collective Youth Collective Term 4.

Operation Bright Spark - Secret Mission.

To: Young Agents of Change

Greetings, Agents! ๐Ÿ‘‹

You have been selected for a crucial mission at a time when many young people are facing unprecedented challenges. The world may seem daunting, with rising mental health issues, the pressures of social media, and the complexities of identity weighing heavily on young minds. But together, we can change the narrative! ๐ŸŒˆ

You are invited to be a part of this innovative program designed to address these critical issues head-on. Our mission is to foster resilience, promote mental well-being, and create a supportive environment where every young person can feel secure and valued. Together, we can reverse the trend and build a brighter future. ๐ŸŒป

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept:

Operation Bright Spark: 

Your assignment is to launch an initiative designed to uplift spirits and brighten lives. This project will ask you, as young operatives with creating a series of fun and inspiring craft projects, all aimed at spreading happiness. 

We will infiltrate local festivals, events, and markets with our vibrant, rainbow-inspired stall. This covert operation will feature an array of small, colourful items that embody joy and positivity. Each crafted piece will be designed to illuminate homes and gardens, igniting smiles wherever they go. ๐ŸŒˆ

Our stall will not just be a marketplace; it will be a hub of interaction and connection. Agents will promote lively conversation and foster engagement through playful activities. For a small fee, visitors can purchase uplifting crafts, while we also distribute small free tokens of joy to enhance the experience.

Expect games that encourage bonding and shared laughter! ๐ŸŽ‰

  • Engage in a series of activities that will teach you new skills and uplift your own spirit and well-being. โœจ
  • Create small sellable items with inspirational colours/quotes/poems/words ๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ
  • Sell them at a stall run by the youth collective at a series of markets and festivals over the southwest.

Potential Project Ideas:

๐ŸŒฑ Plants to make a tiny jam jar terrarium

๐ŸŽจ Rock art that can be placed in a garden to spread a joyful message

๐ŸŒบ A painted pot and plant with an inspirational tag

๐ŸŒฟ Macramé hanger with a recycled bottle containing an ivy cutting in water, along with an inspirational tag

๐Ÿ“ A message in a bottle

  ๐ŸŒˆ A jar of good wishes

All projects must give a glimmer of hope—a rainbow of colour. WE MUST SHARE THE BRIGHT SPARK!  ๐ŸŒˆ

I have created a Pinterest board with some possible simple ideas

 https://pin.it/4FcVG9xFD

The Wandering Stall:
  • Encourages people to approach and gives them a feeling of joy
  • Uses fun and inspirational craft pieces to spread a message of hope and joy
  • Encourage people to come and interact with the stall through small interactive elements such pulling a popsicle stick from a jar that has an inspirational message etc
  • Offer these items at an affordable cost to give those who might not usually be able to purchase an opportunity to enjoy
  • Promotes conversations that help people connect and encourage engagement with the Youth Collective ๐ŸŽฎ
  • Give away small tokens of joy ๐ŸŽ

It will be up to you how many markets and events you attend over the course of the term.

  •  Use the proceeds of the stalls to reinvest back into the project
    • Use proceeds to fund an end-of-term event/party/activity of your choice
    • Donate part of the proceeds from the artworks to a charity (chosen by you as a collective) to further spread hope and joy โค๏ธ

By bringing a bright spark to your own lives and finding ways to be the bright spark for others, we can make a difference! ๐Ÿ’ช

Mission Option 1: Operation Tango
• Choose a community hero,  collaborate with them and help them teach your chosen project
• Write a letter and reach out to them to ask for their assistance with teaching a task
• Ask for donations
Mission Option 2: Solo Mission
• Choose to teach your own art or skill
• Must be willing to teach your skill to your group
• Must be simple to teach others and completed in 1 or 2 one-hour sessions
• Must adhere to the Bright Spark mission
• Realistic to fund/able to get donations for
Agent of Change Covert Mission:
You will attend one crucial talk each term focusing on cybersecurity, mental health, safety regarding drugs and alcohol, or a similar topic.

You will gather valuable information and insights to safeguard yourself and help promote awareness and positive change in your community.

You will learn essential skills for navigating the digital landscape and maintaining your mental health.

Term 4: Mental Health Info Session

Skill Enhancement:
You will attend one skill enhancement session per term designed to boost your secret agent superpowers and your leadership skills.

Term 4: Public Speaking. ๐ŸŽค

Become an Ally:
Join the ranks of this secret operation! Live by the code—practice what you preach every day, recruit new agents to our cause, and invite them to join the mission.

Build a safe and supportive network where everyone can thrive! ๐Ÿค

Mission Success Criteria:
YOU MUST ACHIEVE THIS TO GET YOUR POST TED X CELEBRATION OR OTHER AGREED TERM 4 CELEBRATION.
โœ”๏ธ Attend at least one of the scheduled talks or skill enhancement sessions.
โœ”๏ธ Run your chosen Bright Spark project.
โœ”๏ธ Attend at least one weekend stall to help spread our Bright Spark mission.
โœ”๏ธ Donate part of the proceeds to the charity of your choice (as a collective).
Final Mission Term 4:
Ted X Youth Event at Kings Park, 23 November 2024. ๐ŸŽค
If the mission is successful, you can use part of the proceeds towards a post-Ted X celebration (decide as a group what this will be—lunch, shopping, mini golf, escape room—you decide as a group!) or another celebration of your choice.

Remember, Agents, You Are Under Surveillance! ๐Ÿ‘€

There will be prizes for:
๐Ÿ† The agent who most lived by the code each term.
๐Ÿ† Final competition in Term 1 2025: Youth Week (Busselton Youth Fest Event)—display and showcase your favourite creation from the two terms and let people vote for the piece that brings them the most joy.

The brightest spark will win the main prize! ๐ŸŒŸ

As a secret agent of change, you have the power to influence your peers positively. This mission is not just about making things, selling things or attending talks; it’s about creating a ripple effect that leads to awareness and action within your community.

Together, we can build a safer, healthier future! ๐ŸŒ

Good luck, Agent! Your mission starts now! ๐Ÿš€

Do You Accept?

Click the link before it destructs.

Capel Youth Collective ~ Mondays starts next week

https://events.humanitix.com/youth-collective-capel-term-4

Need more information?

If you need any further information on any of the information or activities for Youth, please contact the Youth Community Development Officer at the Shire of Capel:

info@capel.wa.gov.au

Phone: 08 9727 0222 - during business hours

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