So I not only completed my homework assignment to watch the WB/CW network, I will admit that I also quickly became a teen TV junkie...FAQ by my husband: "What is THIS?!"
Anyway, I will have plenty to contribute to the conversation about the regular programming concerning the accessibility to teen dramas and peeks into the lives of characters that teens may or may not relate to, the choices they make, what is marketed, etc...I'm ready! What I want to highlight most from my binge, is the grateful opportunity that I had to catch "The Brick Awards" on Thursday night...the self-proclaimed "Oscars of Youth Services" which was an amazing project/program!
This awards show honored youth across America that sought to make a difference; whether it be community wide, country wide or globally- these youth were being recognized by pop icons and fellow activists that support the youth volunteers' inspiration in education and commitment to making a difference. I was amazed by the drive and passion expressed by the young adults presented in this awards show. It was NOT a red carpet affair (full of buzz about how people look or who they are with) but it did include guest appearances by celebrities who share a strong belief in the charities and "wish to inspire young active citizens"...that was Lance Armstrong!
It was amazing to see all of the talents and creative elements that young adults posses being tuned into something so positive; their "social competencies" (planning and decision making, interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, resistance skills and peaceful conflict resolution abilities) all contributed to the projects that they initiated, and in turn being recognized for them will build their level of confidence and only motivate them to do more! This is a great example of allowing the general public to view our youth as productive and positive members of our greater community rather than hormonal werewolves to tread lightly around!
So, this feels like an appropriate place to put another personal plug for Berkshire Idol at www.iberkshires.com/berkshireidol...our talent pool represents a group of Berkshire County residents willing to share their gift (that being a singing ability) to raise funds for local United Way Charities: Big Brothers, Big Sisters; The Elizabeth Freeman Center; Northern Berkshire Community Coalition as well as The Berkshire Food Project, representing a diverse group of organizations reaching out to locals of all ages and economics. This charity event enables participants to express themselves creatively, build self/social competence AND give back to a variety of members within their community! It is an amazing event to be a part of, and I won't hog all of that love because for every on-line vote via the web-site above, our sponsor will donate $1 to the cause...so you can see some fun singers, see some ingenious examples of social competency amongst young adults and give to charity all at the click of your mouse...talk about a confidence booster!!
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I asked one of your classmates on her blog - I think Bailey - who the Brick awards are targeted to? Teens? Adults? I hadn't heard of them and didn't see them.
Berkshires Idol sounds like a great empowerment and constructive use of time opportunity for teens as well as a way to gain social competencies.
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