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Solution Sessions
The Solution Sessions are a series of gatherings where Baltimore’s youth, families, and community members come together to dream, listen, and co-create.
Taking place in schools, recreation centers, libraries, and neighborhood organizations, these sessions center imagination, collective wisdom, and collaboration. As part of the learning lab, Solution Sessions ensure that the Youth Master Plan is built from the ground up with community voices and visions at its core.
Part of BCYF’s the learning lab: building skills, connection, and power for Baltimore’s youth ecosystem.
Impact from Past Events
Past community-driven gatherings have shown strong impact:
- Over 90% of participants reported gaining new insights into youth development.
- 95% built relationships they planned to continue, strengthening Baltimore’s youth ecosystem.
- “I appreciated that this wasn’t just talk. We left with ideas we could carry forward into real action for our communities.” gather! Dinner participant
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Who It’s For
Youth, families, grassroots leaders, educators, nonprofit staff, community organizers, and neighborhood partners who want to shape the future of Baltimore’s youth ecosystem.Event Details
- Dates: January – August 2026
- Location: Schools, recreation centers, libraries, and community hubs across Baltimore
- Format: In-person neighborhood gatherings
- Cost/Registration Info: Free to attend
What You’ll Gain
- Clarity: Learn how your voice and ideas directly contribute to the Youth Master Plan.
- Connection: Engage with youth, families, and neighbors in collective visioning.
- Inspiration: Imagine new possibilities for a just, abundant, and thriving Baltimore.
- Momentum: Co-create solutions and generate insights that will be carried forward into the Youth Master Plan.
Agenda Snapshot
- Welcome & Grounding
- Dreaming & Listening Circles
- Neighborhood Solution-Building
- Shared Reflections & Next Steps
Speakers / Facilitators
Sessions will be led by the Intergenerational Street Team or facilitated by local leaders using the Solutions Toolkit, ensuring youth and community members are guiding the process.Supports Available
- Locally hosted sessions to reduce participation barriers
