How to Get Involved in Your Local Community

[@Idontwantahandel]

I just want to say, that if you want to see change in your community, but you aren’t an adult yet, YOU CAN STILL MAKE CHANGE!!! I am 14 and have been working with my 8th grade class to put free menstrual products in the female bathrooms of our city’s high school and middle schools. We have spoken to school committee members and city council members. One of the school committee members we have spoken to has fully supported our project and wrote a motion to put period products in the bathrooms. Two of my classmates and I went to the school committee meeting where this motion was presented to speak about it, AND IT WAS PASSED!!! YOU CAN STILL MAKE CHANGE AS A TEEN!!!!!

[@nal004]

Not to burst your bubble but that’s the sort of thing tax paying adults dislike. A typical libertarian like myself would say it is not the responsibility of the government, and moreover myself, to pay for other people’s children’s (that are girls) hygiene products. I do admire your advocacy though, keep it up 👍

[@HappyHoboCorporation]

I'm working on this right now. My biggest struggle is finding people close to my age or life stage. The only place I've found with young adults are sports leagues.

[@kalliste01]

I feel the same way. At my stage in life many people are having kids whereas I have no interest in kids or going to things with kids so it's been hard to find similar people.

[@hirisquvidson7625]

Good to know

[@crarls27]

I signed up for a free organic gardening class through the library and local university extension today! I'm so excited. :)

[@dkhosh7380]

Catigue I happy for you

[@person-yu8cu]

I'm 35 years old and feel like I need to learn how to be an adult all over again. I have absolutely no community. I was never a member of those "clubs" in school. It makes me feel like a loser to know that other people have had a much easier time to include themselves without being pushed away like I always am. But I never listened to my mother when she said to find an organization. It is very lonely this pandemic. I am isolated trying to not get sick and die. It is even more important now to find community.

[@loyceschoices8658]

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[@amberautumns]

I rarely ever hear about local elections. I'd love to watch a video about exactly how to go about learning about and voting with local politics

[@liwymi]

This is great advice for the youtube/internet generation (myself included!). As great as online communities are, they can also make it easier for one to disengage from their local community.

[@APmain-dg6bh]

exactly what i was looking for today, actually

[@PartTimeSarah2]

I made the best friendships I have had in a long time through the church I started going to in my city. I found funny, chill, and super-supportive folks that I know will be life-long friends!

[@GoodNormals]

The only thing missing from this is getting involved in local schools. School board meetings are free and open to the public just like city council meetings. Schools always need volunteers and coaches. Don't be afraid to show up to a board meeting and voice your concerns about how local schools are run (even if you do not attend or have children that attend). Don't be afraid, either, to go to a local school and ask if there is anything you can do to help out with.

[@airakivang2658]

Great idea, I needed this.

[@DoeiDenise]

thank you so much, I recently noved and felt so out of touch with the community without knowing where to start. This channel is so important tbh

[@nemonomen3340]

“Remember how in school there were clubs, sports, volunteer opportunities, and student government” Oh yeah, I’m hopeless.

[@quasi-stellarcatastrophe4555]

My biggest school fear.

[@isilzhamir3725]

I live in a town of about 9000 people, and work in a town of about 1600. All of these activities are much more challenging to find, especially when practically nothing is online.

[@mytruecompass8203]

Isilzha Mir what about a town council?

[@loyceschoices8658]

Form a group

[@stecky87]

If you're looking for volunteers work, check your local library - many need all the volunteer help they can get. Also, libraries usually have Friends associations if you want to get involved in your community. If you're looking for a more social activity, book clubs or coloring clubs are great

[@jiffyb333]

I've been wondering about this recently, thanks for sharing. :)

[@beccasmithwriter]

I recently decided to pick up playing an instrument I used to play and I'm joining a community band. I've found many communities, even pretty small ones, will have community bands that meet at a local school to practice and just play together.

[@HarryPotterFreakLena]

I go to to a language exchange every month! I'm working on my 6th language and the group helped me to become a lot better at not only speaking thr language but also at code switching!

[@RosieKelly-kq7ff]

1:58 I am involved in my community. We raise money to give school age students, book bags, and all of the school supplies. We usually give a function in the parks, so that all or must of the students feel comfortable. We usually have water, hot dogs, chips, all free.

[@AlthenaLuna]

This is helpful information, but only really works for towns above a certain size threshold. I get why Missoula's roughly 70 thousand people might feel like a "small" town to some people, but it's a small city - and larger than the biggest city in my state (Maine). I live in a small, semi-rural town of maybe 3 thousand people. A lot of this kind of stuff doesn't exist in municipalities that are very small (probably because they lack the population to sustain the activities), and "local" can mean a 20 to 45+ minute drive to get to opportunities for much of this in other, bigger towns. Local council and school board meetings, for those that are interested, are still available...but most of the rest is impractical or inaccessible.

[@NikkianaHenninger]

I agree. While the tips in the video are great, it's a very urban-centric take on getting involved in the community. In rural areas, your community can be defined not only as the town you live in, but the greater region you live in as well.... usually centering in whatever the nearest small city is. It's not impossible to find community based on interests in small towns, but I do find that it does take a lot more putting yourself out there to find your people, and a willingness to lead tends to manifest the growth of small communities based on interests. Sometimes you can't find many people who are interested, but even if you only find one or two, that often is enough to spark friendships and if there are gatherings occurring in larger towns, you might have just found your carpool buddy. Edited to add: I've found that looking for FB groups related to your town, the surrounding towns, and your region can be helpful to connect with people you might not otherwise.

[@juliebarkley1066]

True, but small towns also have a pretty good grapevine network. If you volunteer for something, anything (church breakfast, planning for 4h of July celebration Guide leader), you will get to know people and feel like one of the locals. Mention that you are interested in starting a board game group (or whatever) to some of the people you meet, and whether they know anyone who would be into that, and you will probably find some people eventually. I am from a town of only about 1500, and that is how things get started here. Edit: Just finished reading the comment above, and posting on a Swap & Sell or similar Facebook group that you would like to start or join X activity group is also a good way to find likeminded souls.

[@NinjaFalllow]

Local health departments might be a good place to start for volunteering too. Mine, at least, has connections all across the county because, well...they look out for the health of people all over the county! Health departments may sponsor different events or partner with different organizations that do events with the health of the community in mind.

[@christinastone3728]

Shout out to the roller derby clip in the beginning! 😍

[@faresmazhar9435]

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[@faresmazhar9435]

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[@Neoxwill]

All this reminded me of quidditch. I'm in a community team and it does take a lot of involvement by everyone in the team for it to succeed. Many people find it curious but don't feel brave enough to try it out, but I tell them that they should try it anyway because it is really fun.

[@thewinterizzy]

Dude, I just looked at the volunteer match site and it's incredible. I graduate next month, so I've kind of been panicking about how to fill my time as I job hunt... This video is great, thank you.

[@DancingWithBELLA]

Thank you so much!! I'm definitely going to take your advice ♡

[@kujmous]

Great material, and great delivery. :)

[@chesh1rek1tten]

VERY US-centric. But gives at least an idea of what to search for. Tip regarding organizations: toastmasters is also an international organization.

[@love_tammy]

Ohh, this is so interesting! Please talk more about topics like these. Maybe you could do a video on how to help refugees and immigrants? I noticed - while looking for my small town's refugee programs - that basically every single small town in my area in Germany offers some sort of program/tutoring/etc and I'm sure it's like this in other places as well but many people might not be aware of that. Just last week I started doing something for the local refugee help organisation. They offer one-on-one tutoring for German and for all ages, a sort-of buddy-system for people who just arrived here and (this is what I'm getting involved with now) a tutoring class for every subject apart from German which is mostly maths and economics/bookkeeping. I'm not the best in any of those subjects but I don't need to be perfect. I know enough to help people in 7th to 9th grade and I could really solve some problems the young refugees I talked to had with understanding these topics. That was a great feeling and I'm so glad I could do this and I hope I can help them get better in school! I was really terrified of going out and meeting all these new people and all that but no need to! Everyone was lovely and it was a great experience and I will certainly try to do this as often as I can.

[@AnnekeOosterink]

In my tiny Dutch hometown, there's a tea and coffee afternoon to meet and talk with refugees. In this particular case Syrian refugees. :) I'm sure many towns and cities have similar things going on. :)

[@joeyrules316]

This is a video i didnt even know i needed... thanks!

[@TheVoidstrider]

Anyone from Cookeville, Tennessee here? I feel like Cookeville is a desert as far as parks and rec goes.

[@thelonelydirector]

I always say "I'm not into sports" but that BJJ gi and compound bow are both mine... soooo... maybe I'm just not into "Team" sports.

[@christinaigl8025]

This is so helpful! Thank you!

[@NazrulIslam-gq6zx]

Yes you're right.

[@risafey]

Also if you attend church chances are they have community involvement, or group meetings based on age group, gender, a certain activity like study, or marital status, etc. (: Once I settle with a church-home I hope to get involved. The one I go to now always has a bajillion things going on at once.

[@akramchemali6038]

just few words to tell you Rachel to keep on going you look awesome and have a great magnetic power in front of that camera! thanks for your hard work!

[@savindafishies6832]

My wife and I have been dying to get involved in our new community, but felt kind of lost in not knowing how to. Thank you so much for your help!

[@jonathanblackwell42]

Did anyone notice a persistent video anomaly in the middle of the video (going the entire height of the video)? I just need to know if I'm too tired right now or if it's the video itself.

[@LyssandraNorton]

Best video yet! I love the links and the HOW being emphasized

[@chimitrey08]

Oh wow I just saw a sign here at the park about Kiwanis. Shrugged it off but now I'm gonna pay attention.

[@the.SteamingVegan]

Well this was just wonderful!

[@naldiniremy8706]

Great way to get socialy active, GREAT VIDEO !

[@kailwright537]

You can also join places of worship if you're spiritually inclined :) It can be a great way to get involved in your community since most places of worship provide opportunities for volunteering!

[@Sconavar]

loving the graphics on the new episodes!

[@AbigailSmith]

Love this channel. Thanks, guys!

[@JeremyWhy]

This was AWESOME and very INFORMATIVE!

[@kalliste01]

So is Missoula where all the youtubers live? :D

[@maddybromacagrl]

Can you do an episode about how to use public transportation? I'm from the suburbs and as someone who doesn't drive, I'm clueless as to where to start.

[@AnsuMajid]

I want to help my community to grow but I don’t know to focus on and I have passion to be a good leader in my community so help me to choose where should I focus even yesterday it comes my mind to start buying books for students who will win their exams in the primary school that I attend

[@downsjmmyjones101]

If Missoula(73k) is small then how big is 20k?

[@alexthai2456]

but how do we find these location??? where am I look it up??

[@sotijas]

i just checked and there is nothing interesting going on anywhere near my house... there isnt so much as a bar

[@loyceschoices8658]

Start your own group😊

[@QuerisBody-o5h]

Respect❤❤❤

[@HeatherB81]

Why did you stop uploading?! Such great content!!

[@alexdiviney1316]

At the start of the year, I started learning to ring church bells. It is really cool, because I could get to know people who live in the village I have lived in since I was born, and people who have lived in the city that I now study in (which is a great way to get to know a city, though locals). So its something to do every week (so I don't just sit in my room watching youtube 24/7), its very interesting in terms of the maths (I love maths, but study biology, so a hobby that involves maths is awesome) and I get to meet people and do something fun without pressure of being expected to talk all the time - just use my brain and my muscles :P If you're in the UK (or near one of the few towers outside of the UK) you should think about it. Its cool. Ish.... Well not really cool.... shut up... :/

[@alexthai2456]

how to get in one of the community near by??? that is my question

[@kaleidorainbow]

aww! a picture of the old hosts in the background :)

[@dennisorlando933]

Helpful

[@greenvalley369]

this video should have been classified

[@juliap8068]

Good idea for a topic! I'm in this stage right now. The script and delivery felt kinda basic to me though. Like, google what you want to do! Is probably not super helpful advice for today's new adults.

[@kalliste01]

While it was a google it and see what is in your area it did provide suggestions of things to look for. I can't think of a better way they could have done this and cater for everyone in any location.

[@Mark-ej4uf]

Never known a family called Calderon.

[@eusuntceeacesunteusuntceea7852]

If people's work 1 day free pro month to help others! We will change the world, in an better place! Help others in your community!

[@loyceschoices8658]

Volunteering at pet shelters

[@loyceschoices8658]

How are You involved in your community? Im an ambassador/volunteer

[@lilac5331]

Sustainable agriculture!!!!

[@blainepeters6154]

Is like a club

[@timauth]

I didn't realize this was made for children. It should have been titled "How to adult".

[@thurstonsmith2013]

I want to change my community and go down Thurston The Great.

[@tripp8833]

This is a great channel, just what I need.. lmao

[@Cae_the_Kitsune]

Part of my problem doing any of those types of things is physically getting to the locations of things. I can't drive and everything's way too spread out. :

[@loyceschoices8658]

Next Door social media

[@hakimdiwan5101]

This video does not help when you are an introvert from a small town in second world country.

[@lizmacg]

another excellent service organization is Lions club. I love my club, and there are clubs in over 200 counties. More info at lionsclubs.org :)

[@loyceschoices8658]

Senior Center

[@derekyerik90]

inb4 homeschooled

[@DAClub-uf3br]

I didn't belong to clubs in HS.

[@loyceschoices8658]

Book Exchange

[@marionecks3645]

Your shirt has breakfast on it 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@earthandwind820]

Says one surname in Spanish, the other in English lol Anyway, thanks!

[@shadebug]

No love for community choirs?

[@staticelect.789]

#IT'STIME2WAKEUP: The Final Judgment, denotes a time when all will be judged by what they have done on earth as their time living as carnal beings, we are there now.... And whether people believe this or not we are all being judged on a spiritual grade level, so what man thinks about each other doesn't even matter. OUR OMNICREATOR and RIGHTEOUS DIVINE TRUE SAVIOR, has been more than merciful, patient, and tolerant with how everyone has been to THEIR RIGHTEOUS DIVINE MAJESTIES, like THEY (respectfully) do not matter or do not really exist.... But this is no longer tolerated... Humans, up till now (since so long ago), have not establish "the more important, than life itself, relationship with OUR MAKER.... necessary to give them a way out of the wrath that will come upon us all.... As you know, there are no in betweens and there is no serving two masters!!! So everyone must choose now (not wait until their spiritual fate has already been decided) and for all eternity, stand strong in your choice!!! A RIGHTEOUS ROUGH PATH, or a sinful smooth road to hell...(Choose wisely, as there are no take backs in making this unseemingly final decision)??!! Please, if you believe in OUR OMNICREATOR, share!!!!!!!!!!

[@jasmingarten4133]

Is it just me or is the actress's voice high pitch? It's too much I could only get through less than 3 minutes of the video I would have prefer a different actress

[@sotijas]

do a how to haircut next maybe you could learn some new things too doing research for it wink wink

[@kalliste01]

That'd be neat. I 'cut' my boyfriends hair, by which I use clippers and just make it a uniform length :P It'd be good to know how to do it properly.