The YCW works to create a society, which actively supports, respects and values the God given dignity of each person. We will consciously uphold basic human rights, especially the right to meaningful and just work. We will educate for global awareness and solidarity. Through taking action and reviewing in our communities, young people will discover the deepest meaning and mission of their lives.
 

Real Life Survey
If you are aged between 15 and 30, YCS and YCW want to hear what’s happening in your life and what matters to you. Your responses will be kept anonymous and will form the basis of an event at World Youth Day 2008 and a public statement. This survey should take 5 – 10 minutes to complete. Thanks for your time!
 

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1. What are the 2 greatest challenges you (and the young people around you) face in everyday life? Be specific. It may help to think of what worries you or makes you angry.
 
(i)
(ii)
 
2. What are the 2 most positive things in your life?
It may help to think of what makes you happy or brings you peace.
 
(i)
(ii)
 

Of the four things named above, focus on the one that is most important to you for questions 3 - 8.
3. What exactly is happening?
 
 

Judge
4. What do you think and believe about this situation?
 
 
5. Where do these thoughts and beliefs come from?
 
 
6. Are these thoughts or beliefs connected to faith or spirituality in any way?
 
Yes
No
Not Sure
 
If yes, how?
 
 

Act
7. What can young people do to make a difference to the situation you have described?
 
 
8. What can others do, for example government or church?
 
 

Other
What country do you live in?
 
 
What year were you born?
 
 
Are you:
 
Studying at High School
Studying at a university or TAFE
Working
Looking for Work
 
Are you:
 
Christian - Catholic
Christian - Other
Muslim
Buddhist
Jewish
Hindu
Other (please name):
No Religion
 
Does your religion affect how you live?
 
Yes, Definitely
Somewhat
No
Not sure
 
If so, how?
 
 
What, if anything do you know about Catholic Social Teaching?