Idea Friendly for Youth: Picture and Make the Change You Want

Young people like you CAN make a difference. It starts with seeing the change you want to create, then using the Idea Friendly Method to Gather Your Crowd, Build Connections and Take Small Steps.

6 minute video with audio version
Guide for adults to help

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What you'll learn in this 6 minute video/audio

Picture your town, only better

We are going to show you examples of photos from other towns, talk about ideas kids like you came up with, and then we’ll share ways to make those ideas happen.

Think about your town

What do you like about your town and what you want to see differently?
What is the most unique thing about your community?
What is a place you’d like to see a new business, activity or hangout place? What might that look like?

Show what you mean with photos

Go out into your community and take pictures. Use your phone or any camera you have. Show what you see and what you think about the questions we just asked.
Use SnapChat or any other app to add text and explain what you mean.

Make it happen, the Idea Friendly Way

Use these three simple steps to start making your ideas happen. It will be small at first, and it's OK if you only do it once. You can grow it the next time or move on to something new.

Designed for kids from middle school to college age.

Includes a guide for adults who work with youth.

Get the short video and audio to watch on your own and share with others in your community.

This video is perfect for:

Youth groups, clubs and activities
Educators, teachers and coaches for kids
Agencies serving rural youth
Community foundations, community leadership training
Tribes, Native and First Nation governments and organizations
Downtown groups, Main Street, merchants associations, retail groups
Utilities, electric cooperatives, telecommunications cooperatives
Chambers of Commerce
University based rural programs, initiatives, studies

Not another tiresome webinar

Short, to the point video and audio

Watch instantly on your schedule: anytime, on demand, starting now

Recorded so you can pause, stop, rewind or watch again immediately
Download the audio version and listen anytime

You get personal access to Becky and Deb via message, email and comment. We do answer your questions personally!

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Share with others in your community as many times as you want
Download the audio to listen on the go

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If you were wondering...

Is this video recorded so I can watch later?

Yes, the video is recorded, and you'll be able to watch it immediately as soon as you complete your purchase. You are welcome to watch the video more than once, start and stop, or go back and watch again. You're not limited to watching from a single computer or with just one group.

Is there an audio version?

Yes! A separate audio version is included. You can listen on the website, or download it to your phone and listen on the go.

Can I get a copy of the slides?

You get a transcript plus an audio-only version for listening on the go. There aren't any slides!

What if I have questions?

You can ask questions two ways: in the comment box or via email. We always answer you personally. You can also share stories or examples you've seen. That helps everyone!

Will the video play on my computer? Or on my phone?

Either one! If you can watch a YouTube video, you can watch this video. That means you can use any device, any screen that can load a web page for you to login. Any PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Android phone or tablet, smart TV or TV with a streaming box or stick should work.
You don't need blazing fast internet.

Can I share the video with other people?

Yes! Once you’re registered, you can schedule more than one viewing so you reach as many people as possible. We encourage you to watch on your own or set up an in-person or virtual watch party.

How long should I make a watch party?

For a watch party, schedule 20 minutes or so. You'll want that extra time to discuss what you watched and to network and talk with each other.

Who should I invite?

Your friends who love to do things with you
Visionaries like yourself
Downtown associations, Main Streets, chambers and economic developers
Positive thinkers and doers
Leaders and regular people
Community foundations and leadership groups
Youth groups, young entrepreneurs
Elected officials from your local municipalities, counties or tribes
Business with a community focus, like banks and utilities
People who care about your town

Diverse young people hanging out, taking pictures, enjoying their community and volunteering with events and growing plants in a greenhouse.

Picture your town, only better

6 minute video with audio version

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What people like you say about SaveYour.Town videos

This video stimulated lots of note-taking and conversation between the business owners gathered at my house. Deb and Becky gave us some new ideas and several excellent examples of known models. I think some of us are thinking of pivoting our summer’s plans after participating in Wednesday’s event. Thanks for a well-thought out presentation!

Jonya Pacey, Minnesota

What a TERRIFIC marketing Video. I had 20 businesses show up to watch and they all left with new ideas and an excitement to get back and start implementing! I’ve already had 5 businesses reach out in less than 2 hours after it ended, that are already putting your ideas into action.

Mandy Walsh, City of Lampasas, Texas

There are always great take-aways from the videos that can be put into place immediately. One of my favorites is changing your store's evening vibe (different music, lighting, etc.) because evening shoppers are not the same as day time shoppers.

Diane Moore, Wheaton, Illinois

Videos by SaveYour.Town are fun way to learn some no-nonsense alternatives to community inertia.

Clark Hoskin, Ontario

Idea Friendly for young people: Picture your town, only better -- video and audio

Young people like you CAN make a difference. Start now.

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