Kilimanjaro, PDPs and a Summer of a Lifetime? Must be the NCS Youth Advisory Group!

The NCS Summer of a Lifetime Youth Advisory Group recently held its second meeting, delivering on the promise of an engaging agenda. The session kicked off with a fun icebreaker called “Two Facts and a Fiction,” where members shared fascinating truths about themselves, ranging from athletic pursuits to personal education. Some creative fictions included claims like not being able to ride a bicycle or having climbed Mount Kilimanjaro!

Following the icebreaker, the group delved into discussions on the Personal Development Plans (PDPs) for the National Citizen Service (NCS). Ideas floated from self-evaluation forms to an online interview system, with a consensus leaning towards a personalized ring-binder for each participant, emphasizing skill development and tracking progress. The initiative aims to equip young people with project management, goal-setting, and fundraising skills, vital for civic engagement and financial literacy.

The NCS Summer of a Lifetime truly promises a transformative experience for young participants, providing them with volunteer opportunities that foster skills and civic involvement.

Explore more about the NCS Summer of a Lifetime Youth Advisory Group Meetup and how it contributes to youth volunteering programs and initiatives.