Faith & Values
Z-Girl Congregation Starter Toolkit
Self-service four-session implementation for youth leaders and faith communities
Group-ready implementation resource
Youth are not required to disclose private experiences or share written reflections. This resource is not therapy, clergy, confession, spiritual direction, medical care, or emergency support. Follow local safeguarding procedures and approved content-governance practices.
Toolkit components
- Four-session facilitator plan
- Parent and caregiver information
- Participant reflection worksheets
- Implementation checklist
- QR access card instructions
- Accessible participation supports
- Safety and trusted-adult guidance
- Optional feedback and completion form
Five-step implementation path
| Step | Action | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Choose | Select an existing profile or request a custom profile. | Profile decision |
| 2. Review | Confirm age range, terminology, practices, source, and boundaries. | Local approval record |
| 3. Prepare | Orient facilitators and share family information. | Ready-to-use group |
| 4. Facilitate | Run four short sessions using approved materials. | Completed program |
| 5. Learn | Collect feedback without collecting private reflection content. | Pilot summary |
Four-session facilitator plan
| Session | Theme | Objective | Suggested Hero Move |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Courage | Distinguish fear from a safe, wise next step. | Ask for support or take one brave action. |
| 2 | Forgiveness & boundaries | Support truth, non-retaliation, safety, and accountability. | Use calm words or involve a trusted adult. |
| 3 | Gratitude & hope | Notice support and growth without denying difficulty. | Express specific thanks. |
| 4 | Service | Connect values to a useful action that protects dignity. | Complete one practical act of care. |
20-minute session format
| Time | Activity | Facilitator note |
|---|---|---|
| 2 min | Welcome and choice | Remind youth they may pass or reflect privately. |
| 3 min | Pause and name the moment | Use breathing or quiet settling without requiring eye-closing. |
| 6 min | Theme and approved connection | Use locally approved references; avoid improvised doctrinal claims. |
| 5 min | Private reflection | Allow writing, speech, drawing, pointing, AAC, or silence. |
| 3 min | Hero Move | Choose one realistic action; sharing is optional. |
| 1 min | Close | Offer approved prayer, quiet reflection, or neutral closing. |
Accessible participation
- Show one prompt at a time.
- Use concrete language and two-choice options when helpful.
- Allow extra processing time and optional breaks.
- Keep audio optional and avoid unnecessary chimes or motion.
- Accept speech, typing, drawing, pointing, AAC, or supported communication.
- Use the same predictable session sequence.
- Follow individualized accommodations and local procedures.
Safeguarding boundary
- Never promise secrecy when safety may be at risk.
- Do not investigate disclosures during a group session.
- Follow established reporting and safeguarding procedures.
- Do not collect private reflection pages for scoring or discipline.
- Move medical, abuse, self-harm, violence, or significant distress concerns to qualified adults and established procedures.