In October we took a group of children and adolescents served by the foundation to visit the University of Antioquia (a well-established university in Medellin). Our goal is that kids can understand that after completing their primary and high school studies, they can access higher education, as long as they make an effort to excel academically. At Poder Joven we are convinced that this type of activity allows children to begin visualizing their future and set goals to achieve in the long term.
In November we carried out an artistic activity with the children served by Poder Joven to decorate the foundation’s spaces. Everyone was very happy and participated enthusiastically. The purpose of this type of activities is to help the children develop a sense of belonging about Poder Joven, and that they expand that sense of care about their homes, schools, and the city at large.
On December 10 we held our traditional Christmas party. On this occasion we deliver gifts, toys and new clothes to more than 150 boys and girls, and we also distribute groceries to all their families. At Poder Joven we strive so that the feelings of solidarity and sharing typical of Christmas can last throughout all months of the year.
¡THANK YOU TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO SUPPORT US AND MAKE POSSIBLE ACHIEVING THE NOBLE PURPOSE OF PODER JOVEN!
In our community, we are committed to protecting children and adolescents. Guided by the motto: “We say NO to the commercial sexual exploitation of children and adolescents,” every member of the Poder Joven foundation marched through the city center to raise awareness about the urgent need to safeguard childhood and eradicate abuse and exploitation once and for all.
During the month of May we held a workshop for teenagers called “Visualizing our future.” The objective of this activity was to help the children understand the importance of setting relevant goals in life, and then create a plan of specific actions/decisions they must carry out daily towards that goal. Furthermore, we invited the kids to become aware of unhelpful habits that could divert them from their plans.