The document discusses Generation Z, highlighting their distinct characteristics such as being educated, ambitious, and digitally native. It explores generational differences and key defining moments as well as the impact of technology on their identity. Additionally, it promotes various programs for teen engagement and volunteering opportunities.

1. Generation Z
Connecting with today’s teens

2. Today we will...
● Look at Generational Differences
● Explore Defining Moments
● Address the Technology Gap
● Understand Why Service to Others Matters
● Challenge you to give your teens a voice

3. Generational Differences
Boomers: 1946-1964 Gen X: 1965-1980 Gen Y: 1981-2000 Gen Z: 2001-

4. Generation Z
“They’re smarter than Boomers and more
ambitious than Millennials”
Born after 1994 (1st Post 9/11 Generation)
They are: educated, industrious, collaborative and eager to
build a better planet
http://www.macleans.ca/society/life/get-ready-for-generation-z/

6. Defining Moments
Where were you when…
JFK Was Shot
The Challenger Exploded
Columbine Shootings
9/11

7. The Technology Divide
Gen Z defining characteristic, so far, is that they’re a new
species—“screenagers,” the first tribe of “digital natives.”
That’s the much-debated term that distinguishes the wired-from-
the-crib from “digital immigrants,” for whom the
Internet is a second language.
They are born with a digital footprint

9. Programming
● Volunteen vs Community Service vs Service
Learning Programs
● Leadership vs Teen Boards vs Youth
Advisory Councils
● Contract Classes + Fee-Based Programs
● Drop In Programming

10. Fans in the Stands
A great opportunity for your teens to create a
team to support the Special Olympics World
Games 2015 in Los Angeles, July 25 - Aug 2
http://www.la2015.org/volunteer/fans-in-the-stands
fansinthestands@la2015.org

11. Join the SCTC
Join other Teen Programming Professionals!
● FREE Membership & Quarterly Meetings
● Annual Trainings & Networking Events
● Teen Events: Rocktober, Teen Board
Exchange, Teen Summit, Teen Night Out
www.socalteencoalition.org