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I work with an amazing young woman who is passionate and bright.
She’s an idealist with loads of conviction, creativity and vision.
She inspires me and causes me to remember the big dreams I had and how hard it was to be taken seriously when I was in my twenties.
It’s a little bit sad that we don’t hear what young people have to say – after all we are shaping a world for them, leaving an inheritance of our own design, often without any thought to what’s important to them.
I suspect that if we really listen, young people have an insightful and powerful message to share with us.
What kind of world do we want to pass on to the next generation?
What do they see as the most important issues we are facing today?
What keeps them awake at night? I want to give them a voice to speak out.
Almost a year ago it was my desire to write a post that would give a voice to the next generation.
I asked three questions (below) in the hopes that enough young people would answer them that I could write a revealing and meaningful post.
But I was new to WordPress and didn’t know as many people as I do now, so I am giving it another shot today.
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If you are 25 or younger or you have kids in that age group, would you pass these questions on?
Help me give a voice to tomorrow’s leaders.
~ QUESTIONS ~
What do you think is the world’s biggest issue or problem? (describe it)
What do you think needs to be done to solve this issue or problem?/What are you willing to do?
Do you think it will be solved in your lifetime? Why or why not?
~ HUMP DAY CHRONICLES ~
Younger children will need their parent’s help. Please also provide your first name and age and send your responses to me at talktodiana2004@yahoo.ca
I really want to know what young people are thinking, don’t you?
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dianasschwenk said:
Hey thanks for the pingback! This is a subject that I facinates me and I want to hear from the up and comers! Happy Sunday! 🙂
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WordsFallFromMyEyes said:
Diana, I think the best thing about this is that it is INTERNATIONAL, so you will know what all other “brands” of young adults think. Daniel is 17. I will pass it on, though tonight he is at a party. But I will try and get you a response.
Sincerely,
N’n.
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dianasschwenk said:
Thanks! Yes I’m hoping for answers to come from around the world as well. 🙂 So far the responses are slow though. I’m so want to listen and learn!
xo
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elizabeth2560 said:
Fantastic idea! Good luck with this.
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dianasschwenk said:
Thank you Elizabeth. I really everyone’s help getting it out there, so if you know people that fit this age group, please pass it on!
thanks,
Diana
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this is lemonade said:
Big important questions! I’ve tweeted your post 🙂 I don’t have that many followers but hopefully it’ll help 🙂
Happy weekend, Friday’s almost done! Take care Diana x
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dianasschwenk said:
Thanks so much, you’re a sweetheart!
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Ruby said:
This is for you! 🙂 http://yourinnerfeathersbyruby.wordpress.com/2013/02/28/nominated-with-two-awards/
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dianasschwenk said:
Thank you so very much!
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Ruby said:
You are mostly welcome Diana! 🙂
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billgncs said:
it’s pretty late in the game, we are only bit players in shaping the future. Those twentysomethings are really the agents of change.
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dianasschwenk said:
Agreed! That’s why I’m asking the youngens 🙂 and even though it’s late in the game for us old farts, maybe we can listen long enough to make intentional choices during the transition of ‘handing things over’ to lay some ground work.
As always, thanks for stopping by!
xo
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joannerambling said:
I like this idea so much that since I have 1 daughter and a niece under 25 I am going to send them the questions and see what thier answers are……..
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dianasschwenk said:
Awesome – thank you!
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Wyrd Smythe said:
I’m twice (and some change) beyond the age limit… and I’m not sure I could answer those questions! Definitely looking forward to your results!!
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dianasschwenk said:
I can’t wait to see them either!
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dianasschwenk said:
I wonder if there will be huge themes…
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keiththegreen said:
Hmm 25 or younger, even my daughter is 27, yeesh. Actually great idea Diana, looking forward to the post.
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dianasschwenk said:
Thanks Keith!
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russtowne said:
I think this is a wonderful idea, Diana. I’m looking forward to learning what they have to say.
Russ
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dianasschwenk said:
Me too! I hope I get quite a few responses!
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bulldog said:
If I only knew someone that young…
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dianasschwenk said:
If only… (smiling) thanks as always for dropping in.
xo
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The Presents of Presence said:
Sorry, wish I were 25ish so I could answer! Can’t wait to see your results!
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dianasschwenk said:
I can’t wait to hear what they have to say! I have some ideas of what it might be but wouldn’t be surprised if I’m totally wrong!
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jmgoyder said:
Brilliant and I will pass this on to Ming!
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dianasschwenk said:
I would love to hear from Ming!
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