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we cannot only rely on old theories, the dominant voices, and the previous workers to control the voices in the field. we need to provide a space where everyone can access, have their voices heard, and go to for support from other cyc's in the ever changing field.

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an accessible platform where information is shared and distributed

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stay informed on what is happening in society and make adjustments and updates accordingly

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different theories and voices as we expand and continue to hear from cyc's all over

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encourages us to continue to question the power relations and make a change through advocacy and partnership

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who do we want to reach as cyc's?

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potential cyc students who want to learn more about the field

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young people who want to learn more about cyc and the services provided

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a platform to give anyone and everyone a voice

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the desire to keep learning as well as educating

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the experience and support we gain from connecting with each other in the school environment

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a way for cyc's from anywhere to support each other

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a way to learn from each other

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supporting each other

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when CYC's start to feel more at peace with their work and this field

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we are challenging systems that are already in place trying to advocate for change

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what kind of support did CYC's need? how can we do this?

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people interested in knowing more about CYC

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CYC's work revolves around advocating, supporting, being empathetic and creating safe environments- who does this for us?

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collbaration

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the need for support systems for CYC's

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the lack of understanding surrounding the CYC field

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feedback from co-workers, peers, etc.

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when people share what they learn to each other, their organizations, etc.

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continuous!

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April 13, 2023

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Week of April 9

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March 30 to April 6

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March 30, 2023

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no financial expense yet
- through crowd funding, we can get sponsorship to pay for journals

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time - 5 hours/week

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posting - done through scheduling app (for example, Meta) - EVERYONE

this can be done by days, for example:
sunday - fact for the week
tuesday - compare, critique & connect (graphic)
wednesday - encouragement (quote, video)

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information graphics - Amanda & Emily

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external resource development - EVERYONE

compiling what you can in a shared google doc

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research compilation (articles, journals, conversations) - Angel

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monitoring and engaging with comments/submissions - Siarra

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graphics/edits of conversations about a certain topic - Bruna

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if other cyc practitioners feel the same about the undermining of our role and the overworking to prove ourselves; what do they do to combat this?

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more about what it is like to be a neurodivergent worker in the field

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the unexpected challenges and innovative solutions in our field that have been silenced and minimized by white supremacy

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encourages us to continue to question and wrestle with our CYC practice identity

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Brings together our learning of questioning everything.

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A space where CYC practitioners are free to be innovative and critical

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how can we better support each other, continue to learn, and promote conversation & collaboration in a safe and inclusive way?

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What do you want to do differently in this field?

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combats the diminishing of BIPOC and neurodivergent voices in our field

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the field: more open discussions without the fear of retribution

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CYC practitioners are better supported, being empowered to better support young people

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if we don't, who will?

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we can't meet the needs of young people AND practitioners if we're only operating from older models and systems of thinking - this challenges those.

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there are more cyc practitioners entering the field with the passion to help but without the support or space to be heard, especially BIPOC women. Our resource would provide that.

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peer-to-peer learning

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Further promote collaboration and conversation between Practitioners

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This resource continues to provide a space where we can compare our experiences and critique the field in relation to common themes we see

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need for a resource where we can continue to learn and collaborate once we leave post-secondary

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Resource for CYC Practitioners to connect to each other

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Child and Youth Care practitioner already in the field

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anti oppressive frameworks

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instagram or twitter page

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How other CYCs would like to go about in regulating the field.

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A safe and accessible platform for CYCs that feel undervalued and misunderstood to feel heard, validated, and listened to.

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Have a survey that users can access to provide feedback

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CYCs feel safe submitting in their experiences and asking for support from others in the field

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When CYCs begin to send in their feelings, tips, advice, and experiences for others to learn from

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Chid and Youth Care students

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Addresses the dominance of whiteness in the field by providing a safe and accessible space for CYCs to share their experiences

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Existing platforms for CYCs are institutional

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The dominance of whiteness in the field

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A social media page for other CYCs