San Romanoway Revitalization Association

http://www.srra.ca/

The initative created employment and training opportunities for local youth to inform and lead the renovations of the organization's facility. Four local youth were hired as programming staff and received training on anti-oppression, leadership and conflict resolution so as to effectively engage and support their peers.

38 youth participated in the renovations and subsequent programming. Youth made decisions on what equipment and resources were needed in the space which resulted in the construction of a music studio, resource centre and youth lounge. The renovations allow up to 40 youth access to the space at one time.

The space is now completely youth-run. Youth from the Jane-Finch community have benefited from having a space where they can access programming in both the arts and education.