The Need
- Kids spend 80% of their time out of school.
- Unsupervised time is the main source of problems with kids.
- More likely to fail school
- More likely to be under/unemployed
- More likely to get involved in drugs
- More likely to become pregnant
- More likely to be a victim of violence
- Unsupervised time means no protection from the “Vicious Cycle” of negativity kids face in every area of life.
- Drugs
- Negative peer pressure
- Bullying and Violence
- Irresponsible sexual activity
- Passivity and Non-critical thinking of the media driven consumer mentality
- Hopelessness and Despair
- Lack of Meaning and Purpose to direct their talents
- These factors combine to leave many children unprepared for the real challenges of life and contribute to poor academic performance, under-employment and limited ability to participate in society as well rounded citizens.
How do we reach these kids? How do we create a “Virtuous Cycle” of resilient strengths to counteract this Vicious Cycle?
See The Unity Project Answer to find out.
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