Category 1: ENAGB Basics
Where is the first place you look to see the daily schedule?
Socials, Calendars.
Can you change your mind after saying yes to a group activity?
Yes, always.
What is the first sign that you are getting too angry to talk calmly?
Clenched fists, racing heart, loud voice.
Someone is being rude to a younger youth. What do you do?
Call out the behavior, not the person—or alert a staff member.
If you see someone sitting alone with their hood up or headphones on, what is the most respectful thing to do?
Give them space. Respect their "quiet signal" and let them know you're nearby if they ever want to talk later.
What is ENAGB’s long-term goal?
Establishing a permanent Indigenous youth centre a place where youth feel that they belong
Is it okay to share someone else’s personal story or information outside the drop-in?
No, that breaks trust and confidentiality.
Finish this "I" statement: "I feel ____ when you ____."
I feel [emotion] when you [action].
you really want to play a game, but the space is being used for a meeting. What do you do?
Respect the scheduled use and wait for the appropriate time
Why might a 13-year-old and a 25-year-old have different needs when they walk into the drop-in?
They are at different life stages (e.g., school stress vs. work/housing stress). Respecting these differences means not judging how they use the space.
What should you do if you see a new youth sitting alone?
Welcome them and invite them to join the group
How do you set a boundary with someone who talks too much while you're trying to work/play?
Hey, I really want to focus on this right now, can we talk later? Respect there personal space.
If a staff member tells you to stop a behavior, is it a personal attack?
Answer: No, it's about keeping the space safe for everyone.
You see a friend breaking a rule. Do you tell a staff member?
Encourage them to stop first, or ask a staff member for advice on how to handle it.
If you are having a really hard personal day and just want to be left alone, how can you communicate that to others without being rude?
Use a "boundary statement": "I’m having a rough day and need some quiet time to myself, but I’ll be around later if I’m up for chatting."
Who is responsible for keeping the kitchen/common area clean?
Everyone—we share the space
What is the rule about physical contact (hugs/touching) at ENAGB?
Always ask first; respect that everyone has different comfort levels.
What is a "Restorative Circle"?
A way to fix harm by talking it out and making things right.
Someone is teasing you, but they say "it's just a joke." What do you say?
It might be a joke to you, but it’s not funny to me. Please stop.
If you were going through something heavy and walked into ENAGB, how would you want others to treat you?
With kindness, by not "bugging" or pressuring me to talk, and by keeping the space calm and welcoming.
What does "Youth-Led" mean to you?
Youth make the decisions and shape the programming
Why is it important to keep social media boundaries with staff?
To maintain professional safety and healthy mentorship roles
If you accidentally hurt someone's feelings, what is the best thing to do?
A sincere apology and asking how you can fix it
You feel like staff are being "too strict." How do you bring this up?
Ask for a 1-on-1 meeting to express your perspective respectfully
How can we use the drop-in space to bridge the age gap instead of letting it create a divide?
By focusing on our shared goal (the youth centre), collaborating on projects, and remembering that every person here, regardless of age, has a right to be here.