Rights of Passage

Principle 4

Community Consciousness

The Community Consciousness principle challenges our youth to be the change they want to see in the world. In this principle, youth discover the impact and importance of being a conscious and active participant in ones’ community. Through group exercises and individual projects, youth gain tangible experience in community awareness activism, organization and preserving the rich history and tradition in our communities.

Key concepts explored:

• Meaning of community consciousness
• “Ripple effect”
• Community involvement
• How to organize change
• Community elements
• Positive and negative causes and effects in the community

Seven Principles of Living

1. Personal Growth & Development
2. Health & Wellness
3. Spiritual Grounding
4. Community Consciousness
5. Historical Black Experience
6. Economic Awareness
7. Politics