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Five Core Areas


Our Clubs provide diverse activities that meet the interests of all youth. Core Programs engage youth in activities with adults, peers and family members that enhance self-esteem and develop full potential. Based on physical, cultural, and social needs and interests of girls and boys, and using developmental principles, clubs offer program activities in five areas. 


Character development and leadership development
Empowers youth to support and influence their club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others' cultural identities.

Education and career development
Enables youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations and embrace technology to optimize employability.

Health and life skills 
Develops young people's capacity to engage in healthy, positive behaviors, set personal goals, and develop the competencies to live successfully as self-sufficient adults.
 
The Arts 
Enables youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through arts and crafts, performing arts, and creative writing.

Sports, fitness and recreation 
Develops fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment, and interpersonal skills.