When I was a freshmen, I joined Key Club not knowing many people, since they were mostly upperclassman and it made me feel intimidated . I had no motivation to volunteer, because I was shy and didn’t know much. Throughout high school I didn’t join Key Club again till senior year and I regret it. As a senior, I looked forward to the days that we had general meetings, because I was surrounded by amazing people and spending time with an organization that likes to help others that are in need. Key Club has taught me the importance of volunteering. Volunteering gives you an opportunity to change people’s lives, including your own. It gives you the satisfaction of playing a role in someone else’s life, helping people who may not be able to help themselves.Volunteering is a way of giving back to your community while developing important social skills, and gaining valuable work experience all at the same time. There are so many beneficial ways of getting involved in and giving back to your community. Not only is volunteering a rewarding experience but it helps students’ reputations. By giving up a few hours of the day to help work for an organization that is in need of workers, you may bring a lifetime of happiness in someone’s life. Or provide shelter and warmth to a family who lives on the streets by volunteering to help them in any way we can. Why not spend a little time helping others, because in the end, what goes around comes around. Key Club isn’t just about volunteering, but it’s a good way to meet new people, learn, and develop social skills. I used to be really shy, well I still am lol, it helped me engage with others and cooperate to get something done quickly and efficiently. Volunteerism, civic engagement, and advocacy are the driving forces for creating change and making a positive impact in your community and society at large. While gaining internship and job experience can lead to community impact and social change, it’s important for us to remember that before we start advocating for change and informing others about issues we care about, we need to fully understand the complexity and depth of the social, environmental, or economic issue we are passionate about. Not only do we need to understand the “issue or societal problem” that many people face and are impacted by every day, but we need to meet and work alongside those whose daily realities are shaped by injustices, while not creating any divides or barriers in the process. Everyday people are affected by the issues that organizations fight for or against, and once we realize how self-centered we really are, I believe we will realize our call to action to help shift the community into a better state than it previously was. As a Key Club member, I have learned to appreciate my time and attend events that can impact someone’s life for the good. Like I said, I wish I was in Key Club throughout all my high school years to engage with new people and work on my social skills. In college, I am looking forward to attend volunteering clubs, so I can go outside and not be a lazy bum, playing video games all day. Key Club has definitely shaped my life and helped me matured throughout my senior year. Thanks for listening to my TED talk. |
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