Full Description
Developed by Junior Smart OBE, an Expert in Youth Intervention, this boxed set of 20 Scenario Cards, 15 Principles Cards, 6 Prompt Cards and an Instruction and Guidance Manual is designed to explore complex issues through carefully crafted, age-appropriate situations and equip young people with the skills to make positive choices.
Key Features:
Founding Principles: Start with 15 core concepts to build a shared understanding of non-violence and respect.
Scenario Cards: Explore complex issues through carefully crafted, age-appropriate situations.
Prompt Questions: Encourage deep reflection and problem-solving with thought-provoking queries.
Comprehensive Guide: Detailed facilitator instructions ensure meaningful, safe discussions.
Why Tough Topics Stands Apart:
Realistic Scenarios: Engage students with 20 true-to-life situations reflecting challenges they may encounter, such as bullying, peer pressure and gang involvement
Interactive Discussions: Foster critical thinking and empathy through guided conversations.
Empowerment Focus: Equip young people with the skills to make positive choices and become agents of change.
Flexible Application: Suitable for classroom discussions, advisory sessions, after-school programmes and community initiatives.
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will gain:
Increased awareness of youth violence causes and consequences
Improved critical thinking and communication skills
Enhanced empathy and understanding
Knowledge of prevention strategies and warning signs
Sense of empowerment to create positive change
Developed by an Expert in Youth Intervention
Tough Topics draws on Junior Smart's extensive experience as a visionary youth intervention specialist and social entrepreneur. With close to 20 years in the field, Junior has:
Extensive experience of working with hard-to-reach young people involved in violence, gangs and Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE)
Consistently devised and implemented intervention strategies for young people and their families across the country
Influenced national policy as a member of the Home Office Taskforce for Violence
Received numerous accolades, including an OBE and an Honorary Doctorate in Education from Greenwich University.
Make a Lasting Impact
By investing in Tough Topics, you're not just providing an engaging learning experience - you're empowering the next generation to create a culture of peace, respect and non-violence in schools and communities.
Ready to transform the conversation around youth violence? Behind every case, every challenge, and every tough conversation is a young person with their own story, their own struggles, and their own potential.
