The Junior Youth Program (JYP)
The junior youth group is to help adolescents “develop a sound moral structure or a sound moral compass,” help them “begin to learn how to express themselves,” and direct “their energies towards service to the community.”
JYP
Practice Areas
- Develop language and powers of expression
- Develop the capacity to make positive decisions
- Develop comprehension and critical thinking
- Plan and execute service projects
Why the JYP
The junior youth spiritual empowerment program seeks to release the intellectual and spiritual powers of young adolescents, typically between the ages of twelve and fifteen, and direct them towards service to humanity. At this crucial age, young people begin to leave childhood behind and develop and consolidate fundamental concepts about their identity and the role they will play in society. In groups, they are accompanied and motivated by an older youth mentor, referred to as an “animator,” to serve their neighbors, families, and friends, and to contribute to the well-being of the community.
Is the programme religious
The programme is not religious in nature, and does not instruct participants in faith-based laws or teachings. It does use profound and universal moral standards to inspire them to take charge of their own development and contribute to the progress of their communities. The materials the programme uses are filled with moral concepts inspired by Baha’i principles, such as seeking hope in times of despair and striving for excellence in all things.
Service projects
The Junior youth program teaches service to humanity via the use of service projects. Our school has carried out several service projects over the years, such as planting of trees and flowers at the District Hospital, Limbe, the Limbe Central Police Station, and etc.