Olivia Carpenter

Since children are the most frequent users of the park space, I conducted an investigation with three goals surrounding youth engagement. First, I wanted to determine how engaging youth in environmental education and park rehabilitation would lead to changes in their sense of place. Second, I wanted to determine how said action resulted in an increased sense of community ownership and civic responsibility. Third, I wanted to determine the impact of youth mobilization and community service on decisions made by those who control larger decisions on the political and social landscapes.