-Linda Atkinson
atkinsli@gov.ns.ca
424-3780
On Friday, January 15th, 
members of Leaders of Today gathered for a government Lunch and Learn. It brought together staff from different government departments who were eager to learn about Leaders of Today. We saw a lot of new people and some familiar faces from LOT-4!
It was great to introduce LOT, talk about what we’ve done so far, and to do another fishbowl exercise to share with others. We want to thank everyone who came to speak, listen and participate!
Hello everyone!
The Leaders of Today team wants to thank you for attending LOT-4 and helping to make the weekend summit a great retreat! Thank you for giving us your time, effort and energy to create an open space for talking to government and to each other. Your words and experiences have helped us shape the future of LOT, and we appreciate everyone who came and shared with us. We have also upped our game on charades, so prepare for next year.
What’s next?
We are busy compiling the report that will result from LOT-4, and once it is complete we will share it with all attendees. For those who would like to stay in touch, please check out the LOT website (http://leadersoftoday.wordpress.com) or our Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=140986936032 ). If you have any photos, share them with us!
Also, I am in the planning stages for a short presentation to government on LOT on Jan. 15, 2009. It will be held at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia (Halifax) Lecture Theatre from12:15 to 1:15 PM. We’re looking for anyone who went to LOT 4 to talk about LOT and their experiences (if public speaking freaks you out, we’ll work with you to prepare a short presentation). If anyone is interested, please contact me.
Thank you for being a part of LOT-4!
Sheena Jamieson
Lot Cultivator
452-8434
Hello everyone!
My name is LaMeia Reddick. I am a member of the Leaders of Today (LOT) Core team!
First off, I would like to thank you all for showing interest in this work. The members of the LOT core team are very excited about meeting some new faces and we are equally excited to reconnect with old friends!
An opportunity which allows youth, youth supporters and members of government to sit down and have meaningful conversations about important issues affecting Nova Scotia does not arise very often.
This is exactly why our work is so unique and important.
With your help, collectively we have the power to make HUGE improvements in the way citizens of Nova Scotia interact with each other.
By registering to take part in our LOT4 weekend, you have already taken the first step in helping us move forward in our discussion of building a provincial youth network.
If for some reason this isn’t making sense to you, don’t worry. I was in the same boat when I was first invited to attend LOT 2. Please do not be discouraged. I promise it will all come together during the weekend…and don’t hesitate to ask questions about anything your unsure about.
During the weekend, you can expect to be doing a lot of activities, which will require you to speak your mind. We encourage you to be yourself.
If you are shy, or don’t feel comfortable talking in front of large groups of people that’s okay too. Listening is just as important and there will also be lots of time in small groups, and other ways to participate as well.
We also have a lot of fun things planned for the weekend. Lots of ice breakers & a talent show! I also hear the food is delicious!
There are some practical things to think about.
You’ll need to bring:
Other things to think about:
I believe that is all for now. I hope that this has helped you get a better sense of the weekend. If you still have questions, please don’t hesitate to reply via e-mail (lotnetwork@gmail.com), post questions and concerns on the blog or Facebook group, or call the LOT Cultivator, Sheena Jamieson, at 452-8434.
Thanks again for showing interest in LOT. There is no better time than now to get involved and start getting things done.
- LaMeia Reddick
The days of token youth voice are over – Tim Merry
We have our LOT-4 Invitation and Registration packages ready to go! You can print a copy of our registration packages, or register online.
The LOT team is busy planning what this year is going to look like, we can’t wait to see you there!
Sheena Jamieson
LOT Cultivator
Leaders of Today is preparing for the next leadership weekend in October! We are having a planning meeting on Saturday, August 22nd to map out what LOT-4 is going to look like, and what we want to accomplish. We are inviting anyone interested to join us – whether you have attended LOT in the past, or want to get involved this year, please come out! Lunch & snacks will be provided.
Leaders of Today (LOT) 4 Planning
Saturday, August 22nd
1:00-4:00
Summit Place, 1601 Lower Water Street (Halifax)
5th Floor (Health Promotion and Protection)
-Sheena J.
Hello!
My name is Sheena Jamieson, the Cultivator for LOT-4!
The Cultivator position emerged from LOT-3 in 2008, with the decision that someone was needed to handle the growing network and leadership weekend. Because Leaders Of Today is getting bigger every year, I get to keep it on track. You’ll be hearing from me as we get closer to the LOT-4 Weekend in October, but if you have any questions now don’t hesitate to contact me.
The LOT-3 Report is available in PDF format (hardcopy format available soon):
Leaders Of Today 3 – 2008 Report (PDF)
-Sheena J.
Cultivator
Leaders of Today
lotnetwork@gmail.com
We are gearing up for the LOT4 weekend, to bring together youth and their adult supporters to strengthen our provincial youth network. We hope to see new and familiar faces this year as we continue to bring people together to give youth a voice.
Lot 4 Weekend:
October 23-25, 2009
We’ll have registration information available soon!
If you have any questions or wish to be a part of our network, please contact us at lotnetwork@gmail.com
Sheena Jamieson LOT Cultivator, On behalf of the LOT Core Team.
