The idea for this episode emanated from each of our experiences working with young people in particular across the region. For many young people living in the region, there has been an absence of opportunities to get involved in community and extra-curricular activities due to Cost and Transportation challenges. Our two guests today also sought meaningful involvement in their communities, ways to work with others and give back and also create opportunities to get involved in the arts and social change. They recognized the gaps that existed for themselves and others and decided to do something about that. Out of absence of the very things they were looking for, they created opportunities for themselves and others. These are truly inspirational stories and at the same time, they inform us about the way in which our systems and structures can improve to become more responsive to the youth in our communities.