Strengthens writing and communications skills

Empowers people, families, and communities

Awakens appreciation for different points of view

Strengthens positive relations between (e.g  young adolescences, parents, community, etc)

Increases civic involvement 

Fosters family and community dialog

Develops teamwork

Gives participants a voice in their community

Raises awareness of resources and problems

Creates powerful visual facts for fundraising and sponsorship 

Has wide impact for low cost

Establishes partnerships for community change