Listen
Longer
Conversation Chair Project
An experiential art installation designed to spark meaningful conversations and
build stronger connections between youth and trusted adults.
Through open dialogue and creative expression, we aim to create a safe, supportive space that strengthens community bonds and promotes well-being.
Our focus is on fostering trust, enhancing protective factors, and
cultivating a more connected and resilient community.
HOw it Works
You can find the Listen Longer Chairs at Chipeta Park in Nederland, Colorado. Each chair has a QR code that links to a set of questions designed to support meaningful conversations. You can find the questions below. Take turns asking each other questions.
questions
Deepening COnnections
What’s something you are doing this summer that is fulfilling?
What motivates you?
What’s a challenge that you are currently facing? How are you approaching it?
What are the things that make you feel the most at peace/happy?
mental health
What is something you do to support your mental health?
If you could do anything without being judged, what would you do?
When you are struggling, do you feel like you can ask for help? If not, why
What is something you can do differently to better support your mental health?
Time Management
What strategies do you use to stay focused, motivated, or avoid procrastination?
How do you prioritize your tasks when you have a lot going on?
How has poor time management affected a project, your life, or a relationship?
What is a time management goal you can set for yourself?
Substance use
What are your thoughts about substance use?
Has using substances affected your relationships or how you view yourself?
Are there any triggers that often contribute to your substance use? How can you deal with them in a different way?
Who do you turn to when you need help/support? Are you aware of the free resources that you have to get support?
Mental health Resources
Suicide & Crisis Helpline: Text 988
Well Mind Connection/Crisis Assistance & Treatment (CAT): 303-441-1300
Colorado Crisis Services: 844-493-8255
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Positive Youth Development
PYD focuses on supporting and connecting with youth to collaborate with them to make improvements as opposed to just fixing their problems
If talking to a youth:
What is one setting where you frequently have to collaborate with adults?
If talking to an adult:
What is one setting where you frequently have to collaborate with youth?
What problem in our community would you like to solve?
What is a time that you felt your opinion was ignored or overlooked due to your age?
What do you think makes professional spaces shared by adults and youth valuable?