Hosted by Dimitrios Papalexis, Soulgen, with Guest Speaker Natalie Chiappazzo

Training Overview: Empower yourself with the Lens on Strengths training! Designed for professionals, volunteers, and leaders in the youth and community sector, this program dives deep into the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) methodology and Storytelling. Learn how to amplify youth and community engagement, participation, and empowerment for lasting impact.

When and Where: Join us in February 2024 for this transformative training in Sydney.

Venue: Youth Action, Yirranma Place, 262 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst 2010 NSW

What You'll Experience:

ABCD Methodology Dive: Understand the principles and power of Asset-Based Community Development for effective youth engagement and empowerment.
Real-world Insights: Explore case studies and success stories demonstrating ABCD in action across diverse community contexts.
Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on activities, including:
- Asset Mapping: Identify and leverage community resources to address youth challenges.
- World Café: Collaborative conversations to spark creativity and actionable strategies.
- Tailored Role-plays: Apply ABCD concepts to real-world scenarios.
Strengthening Collaboration: Recognize the importance of sector collaboration with ideas and strategies for multi-agency coordination, geared towards strengthening collective efforts in the youth sector.

Trainer/Facilitator: Led by Dimitrios Papalexis, founder of Soulgen, an award-winning youth and community development consultant. With expertise in ABCD, Storytelling, and Arts, Mr. Papalexis brings a proven track record of driving participatory social change and impact.

Guest Speaker: Natalie Chiappazzo, Natalie is bringing her extensive experience and unique insights on creating social impact at a grassroots level by using youth led practice, co-design principles, and ABCD.

Training Provider: Soulgen, working closely with peak bodies and local government, brings innovative approaches to enhance youth engagement and collaboration. With a history of training over 300 professionals, we're committed to making a lasting impact on the community's youth.

Connect with Us: For more information or to become a partner/sponsor, contact us at dimitrios@soul-gen.com.au

Join Us in Transforming Communities! Let's collaborate, learn, and make a lasting impact together. We look forward to the opportunity to connect and strengthen your practice as well as promote sector-wide collaboration.