Award SMART Goals

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Goal: To develop Leadership skills among teenagers aged 14-18 through a voluntary service program in a 3-month period. I will engage in at least 4 volunteer activities per month, including teaching workshops, providing mentorship and feedback to a team of 15 teenagers, and organizing team-building activities to promote collaboration, respect and effective communication. I will complete assignments to hone my leadership skills and attend monthly meetings with the program leader to discuss progress, goals and further development of the program.

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Goal for Other in Leadership under Voluntary Service Category for teenagers 14-18 years old, to be completed within 3 months: I will acquire a leadership role in an existing voluntary service organization by the end of 3 months. I will research organizations, identify a leadership role that interests me, and reach out to organization contacts to understand the requirements to secure the role. I will attend a minimum of one organizational meeting and activity each week in order to gain an understanding of the organization and the leadership roles available. I will develop a plan for how I will use my leadership skills to benefit the organization, and present it to the organization’s governing body, thereby securing a leadership position.

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Goal: By December 2021, to increase the engagement of teenagers 14-18 years old in voluntary service activities within our youth organization by providing a minimum of two extracurricular clubs per month, and a minimum of six service opportunities per year available to the community. To successfully reach this goal, I will commit to preparing and delivering weekly club lesson plans and engaging our members in service projects and activities, allowing them to be part of our organization’s growth, showcasing their skills and talents, and improving their communication, team-building, and leadership abilities. I will also work to develop, promote and manage our volunteer opportunities by creating and executing a comprehensive communications plan for our current and prospective members.

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