Recognizing a need among young youth workers in the city, Serve! has taken on a new initiative which would be different from yet build on other Serve! programs. Through the Boost for Youth initiative, youth workers (or prospective) youth workers ages 16-29 participate in interactive training workshops.  The workshops focus on anti-oppression/cultural competence, understanding and managing conflict as well as team/group dynamics. The aim of the training is to build understanding and skills that support equity, diversity and positive relationships.

The workshops are underway and are proving to be a great success. Through self exploration and experiential learning, participants are building awareness, skills and confidence in addressing oppression in their work with youth and creating more safe and equitable environments for their clients.

The workshops are offered for FREE to youth agencies/organizations throughout the city and can be offered as a series or a stand-alone session. If your group or agency is interested in taking part in the Boost for Youth training please contact Kristen Porter, Community Development Coordinator, at (416) 933-2950 or