Upcoming Events:

Blue Nile of Harlem Open House

Blue Nile of Harlem Open House
Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Abyssinian Baptist Church
(132 W. 138th Street, Harlem, NY 10030)
DOORS WILL OPEN AT 3:00PM
Youth (age 12 to 15) are registered on a first come first served basis

Open House & Registration (Flyer)

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