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Now, That I Am 15…
January 25, 2016, in Videos > Short Film, by Laura Friedmann“Now, that I am 15…” is a short video about the impact of the junior youth program on a group of youth in Budapest, Hungary. It was created by Nadji Hedjazi.
To respond to the needs of youth and teens throughout the world, the Baha’i community offers the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program. This program is aimed at building the capacity for moral reasoning and channeling the energy of young people between the ages of 11 and 14, and is carried out in schools, community centers, neighbourhoods across the world.
To watch a 57 second animation about the Junior Spiritual Empowerment Program click here.
For more information on the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program contact the Baha’is in your area.
You can also learn more about the important role youth play here on Bahai.org.
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Laura Friedmann
Through 15 years of experience, Laura has honed a growing repertoire as a producer and media artist. Her media skills include film production, video editing and photography and as a producer she has led numerous creative projects, as well as managed and organized small and large scale events. Laura also helps deliver content to audiences through compelling and effective digital strategies including marketing approaches through design and web products. She currently lives in Toronto, Canada with her two children.
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Wow! What a powerful piece this is!
Alan Manifold (January 1, 2016 at 3:00 AM)
Wonderful!
Thozi Nomvete (January 1, 2016 at 9:22 PM)
you are doing a great service by aiding young people to see their spiritual side, bravo my friend!
Robert Berry (February 2, 2016 at 4:43 AM)