module one

Question 1

sociological imagination

Answer 1

• relationship between individual experiences, and larger social forces
• refers to the tool or skill you use to look at the relationships between the micro and macro level

Question 2

social change is ongoing

Answer 2

• connections change
• many discourses like sex and gender have changed and evolved past binarys like male and female
• effects everyone but the effect on young people is especially profound

Question 3

impacts of social change on youth are profound

Answer 3

• effects understanding of the world around them and themselves
• different for older generations, nad more complex for old generations (e.g. technology use for teens vs. grandparents)
• adult anxieties over social change end up being directed at young people

Question 4

who/what are youth

Answer 4

• varies across cultures
• varies over time
• varies across contexts and situations
• “different than adults”

Question 5

understanding of “youth” is socially constructed

Answer 5

• the concept of youth is a product of social structures and processes, along with biology and psychology etc
• e.g. differences across provinces and countries about legal drinking age

Question 6

social construction of youth

Answer 6

• location in the social structure
• rights and Responsibilities
• everyday Experiences
• discourses
• meanings

Question 7

youth definition

Answer 7

a social process, rather than an age group

Question 8

what shapes the course definition of youth

Answer 8

• a process that is based on the experience of being young
• defined through institutions and policies
• related to social, economy, education system and YCJA
• culturally and historically contextualized

Question 9

2 objectives of canadas youth policy

Answer 9

• seeks to improves youth outcomes and involve young people in federal decision-making by:
  1. creating meaningful opportunities for youth voices to be heard and respected
  2. providing accessible supports that meet the evolving needs of youth

Question 10

3 guiding principles of Canada’s youth policy

Answer 10

1. youth have the right to be heard and respected
2. youth have the right to equal access to opportunites and supports
3. when youth reach their full potential it benefits all canadians

Question 11

youth have the right to be heard and respected

Answer 11

• young people have the right to influence decisions that affect them now and in the future
• UNCRC (united nations convention on the rights of the child) reaffirms young people have the right to an opinion and adults have the responsibility to take them seriously

Question 12

youth have the right to equal access to opportunities and supports

Answer 12

• applying principles of equality when creating engagement opportunities and supports
• gender-based analysis plus (GBA+) assesses how diverse groups of people experience government initiatives and consider factors like gender identity, race, education, income, religion, age, etc
• youth specific programming
• mitigate inequalities

Question 13

when youth reach their full potential, it benefits all canadians

Answer 13

• supporting youth and amplifying their voices will help build a stronger more inclusive Canada
• treating young people as equal members of society will strengthen social cohesion, build stronger communities and inclusiveness

Question 14

distinctive social location of Indigenous youth in Canadian society and in the policy

Answer 14

• Indigenous youth are a diverse group who face unique realities and challenges
• Indigenous youth often grow up without clean drinking water, affordable food, adequate housing, stable family support, and quality health and education services and still continue to experience racism and discrimination
• they carry intergenerational trauma of Canada’s colonial history
• their perspectives will strengthen priorities and policies and ensure future access to sustainable, culturally sensitive supports and opportunities

Question 15

6 priority areas identified by youth that are included in the policy

Answer 15

1. leadership and impact
2. health and wellness
3. innovation, skills and learning
4. employment
5. truth and reconciliation
6. environment and climate action

Question 16

leadership and impact

Answer 16

• youth participation in civic life is crucial to Canada’s continued success toward a inclusive, resilient nation
• opportunities and meaningful services allow young people to directly support the growth of their communities and develop a sense of belonging and responsibility
• youth want a culture that respects young people capacities and empowers them to effect positive change

Question 17

health and wellness

Answer 17

• when young people are physically, mentally and emotionally well, they are better equipped to handle life’s challenges and opportunities
• mental health is a top priority for young Canadians who are advocating for better access to affordable and quality health services
• participating in physical activity and sport during adolescence is important for physical, mental, and social development and promotes a sense of belonging

Question 18

innovation, skills and learning

Answer 18

• a foundation in education and earning is an important protective factor against negative outcomes
• access to affordable, quality education is deserved by all youth to allow them to pursue higher education, and prepare for the competitive job market
• access to a variety of learning opportunities and relevant tools to enhance their employability and learn new skills
• learning and keeping up with technological and modern advancements in all facets in life
• youth want to foster a culture that values innovation, experimentation and entrepreneurial thinking

Question 19

employment

Answer 19

• youth want a Canada with a innovative economy that creates opportunities for young people to explore their diverse passions and interests
• all youth should be able to experience economic opportunity and independence
• access to lifelong learning opportunities is important as the digital age continues to advance
• fostering creativity to encourage innovation and entrepreneurial thinking in the workplace, creates more economic opportunities for Canadians

Question 20

truth and reconciliation

Answer 20

• any young people hope to be the generation that mends the relationship between Indigenous peoples and non-indigenous peoples
• understanding and acknowledging the history of oppression
• advancing reconciliation among young Canadians will help break the cycle of discrimination

Question 21

environment and climate action

Answer 21

• many young Canadians who are advocating
  for increased protection and conservation of the environment
• youth are conscious of the negative impacts climate change has on individual and community health and recognize that they will be the generation to deal with the consequences
• youth are motivated to find solutions to environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices and lifestyles

Question 22

respect for young peoples voices

Answer 22

• any idea should be respected no matter the age of the person it comes from
• lack of respect of young people’s voices because of their age