Celia reflects on being a SPICES Facilitator

Written November 2011

My experience with MAPS is truly uplifting! I find working with an organization that really cares and is dedicated to seeing young adults succeed in their education and life goals to be an honor. MAPS 4 College gives youth the tools to explore their talents and ambitions, which may lead them to their ideal career, and then explains to them what it’s going to take to succeed. MAPS also gives youth and volunteers “hands on training” which then helps them obtain experience. MAPS 4 College is a great organization with a great mission, and I am proud to be involved.

I think my work with MAPS as a SPICES Facilitator has given youth the opportunity to learn/think more about themselves, and the adult they want to become. SPICES program allows youth to evaluate their inner self, their values, and relationships in their life today. SPICES programs workshops are very interactive allow all participants to engage and share their experiences and learn new positive approaches to difficult situations in their lives. I believe the work I have put forth has had a positive impact on the youth. When asked to fill out surveys after a workshop the youth participants in, they always respond in a positive manner, rating the topics high.

I would recommend this organization to a friend or family member in need of guidance in pursuing a higher education, or getting involved in a volunteer program.