Manitoba Youth Commissioners have hosted many events often using art to engage youth on equality rights. Using different means of creative expression such as drama, music, dance, fashion, cartoons, poetry and writing, Meghan Menzies and Buchi Nnadi worked with youth to voice their opinions and views on social justice issues.
Meghan said, "Overall this program was a great success. The youth presented a wide range of ideas on what types of discrimination exist in Canada, how they want that discrimination to change, and how they see that change coming about. Many youth commented on the fact that we've come a long way, but that we also have a long way to go. I can draw from this statement that although LEAF may have a long battle ahead, it's a battle that is seeing its fair share of victories. With programs like LEAF's Youth Commission we can be better assured that younger generations will feel prepared to join in the fight for justice and will be there to ensure that with every step backwards, we take two steps forward."
As a Youth Commissioner for LEAF, Meghan (pictured right) was excited to spend the summer facilitating platforms for the opinions, thoughts and ideas of youth in her community. There are many social injustices that exist within society today, and it has been her experience that some of the most innovative and bright ideas on these topics often come from the ingenious minds of youth. Meghan enjoyed spending the summer exploring the concerns of the people in her community, while collectively creating channels for expression so all voices and opinions can be heard.
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