If you want to learn about the original conception and mission of this program, read my
What is YAAS? post. TL;DR: It's a weekly group for youth age 14+ where we do community service work, library programs, host guest presenters, and make connections with peers in a safe and welcoming environment.
Tonight's group discussion question turned into a partner art project! We had a very small group tonight, and I knew having a group discussion wouldn't take a full hour and a half. I'm glad I brought out the markers and giant paper, because I wouldn't have wanted to miss these drawings.
The prompt: Design a social justice super hero.
Several choruses of "Siri, what are some social justice issues?" later, we had these masterpieces.
Ice Bae sprinkles ice into the oceans (like #SaltBae sprinkled salt) to help fight global warming.
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| Ice Bae |
Shalyssa is a strong, muscular woman who helps people with strength-related things and serves as a role model for girls, letting them know it's great to be strong. (Get that clever double meaning?)
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| Shalyssa |
Buddy is a support pupper. He is bi and proud which is why he wears the bi flag, but he is supportive of everyone in the LGBTQ+ community and helps people with feats of cuteness whenever possible.
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| Buddy |
Veronica is a modern-day bearded lady who advocates for body positivity no matter how you look.
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| Veronica |
And a bonus picture of tired teens <3
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